Academic Advisor

Extended Job Title
Academic Advisor - Adelante
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr
Org Level 7
151001 - Excellence and Culture Lbk
Position Description
Recognized as a "Great College to Work For - Honor Roll, "TTUHSC provides much more than just a job Ready for a rewarding career where you can develop and grow? Join us as we change the future of health care.

Values-Based Culture
Carnegie Classification
Hispanic-Serving Institution
Performs academic advising, educational, professional, or other basic academic advising or training at the individual or group level as appropriate. Work is performed under supervision with performance based on individual advising effectiveness and overall program results obtained.
Requisition ID
39461BR
Travel Required
Up to 50%
Pay Grade Maximum
salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills
Major/Essential Functions
Advising and Support:

• Works directly with the program director and the program coordinator on project planning and implementation.
• Assist students in understanding institutional resources.
• Conduct one-on-one advising sessions to assess self-efficacy towards degree completion.
• Develop personalized work force integration or advancement plans that align with students' interests and career aspirations.

Academic Planning:

• Guide students to identify tutoring or other resources to improve study habits and grades
• Monitor students’ academic performance and provide strategies for improvement, when necessary, beyond what is already provided within each school.

Resource Coordination:

• Connect students with campus resources, including tutoring, counseling, and career services.
• Provide resource information or referrals on academic skills, time management, and study strategies.
• Supports the Title V Program Coordinator in facilitating mentor/mentee activities

Retention and Success Initiatives:

• Identify at-risk students and develop intervention strategies to enhance retention.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student engagement and success initiatives.

Assessment and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of advising sessions and student progress.
• Collects and reports data related to student performance and retention to inform advising practices.

Professional Development:

• Stay current with academic advising best practices and trends in higher education.
• Participate in training sessions and professional organizations related to academic advising.

Grant Funded?
Yes
Pay Grade Minimum
salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills
Pay Basis
Hourly
Work Location
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a large school with diverse student populations.
• Proficient in using academic advising software and student information systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Campus
HSC - Lubbock
Department
Excellence and Culture Lbk
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Resume / CV
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.
Job Group
Academic Support Professionals
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required; one year related experience preferred.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.

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