Academic Advisor

This position is responsible for providing academic, career, and personal advisement to disadvantaged youth in the Texoma region. The successful candidate will work with a team to increase retention and successful completion of secondary school and postsecondary education programs.

• Monitor and implement a Plan of Action based on a Needs Assessment for each assigned participant.
• Provide interpretations of assessment results to participants and their families.
• Drive to target area schools to provide academic, career, and personal advisement to project participants.
• Supervise project tutors/mentors and maintain accurate records and documentation of student performance and progress.
• Perform instructional duties as needed and conduct follow-up contacts of former participants.
• Organize and participate in day and/or overnight field trips, college/technical school visits, and special workshop activities.
• Screen and select project participants who meet low-income and first-generation criteria and who have ability and need for academic services.
• Organize, supervise, and participate in an intense summer component.

• Attendance and Dependability: The employee is expected to report to the assigned duty station at the scheduled time and complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner.
• Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively and professionally with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the University.
• Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others, including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the University.
• Safety: The employee works safely, attends safety training, and follows appropriate safety rules and regulations.