Academic Advisor I - First Year Engineering

The University of Texas at Arlington is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex. The Academic Advisor I – First Year Engineering delivers individual and group academic advisement to students, providing guidance on degree requirements, course selection, and academic progress to enhance the educational experience and student retention. Responsibilities Conduct academic advising for current and prospective students utilizing multiple modalities such as in-person, virtual, phone, and email Provide guidance on academic topics such as degree requirements, relevant course selection, and provide students with assistance in setting and achieving educational and career goals Help students make informed academic decisions teaching them how to track their own academic progress, locate and interpret appropriate policies, and to utilize the tools and resources available Monitor the academic progress of a student caseload This includes proactive outreach to provide students with just-in-time assistance Conduct verification of degree progress, removal of holds, and approval of various forms to ensure timely student progression, etc Analyze and interpret student data, transcripts, and placement results Enter advising notes into MyMav following best practices for documenting student appointments/contacts Maintain a clear understanding of all applicable federal, state, and University policies and procedures Keep abreast of relevant academic programs and support services such as counseling and tutoring within a College and University and provide appropriate referrals to students Participate in campus events (such as New Maverick Orientation), advising meetings, professional conferences, and individual professional development Performs other duties as assigned Skills Bachelor's degree in a related field Conduct academic advising for current and prospective students utilizing multiple modalities such as in-person, virtual, phone, and email Provide guidance on academic topics such as degree requirements, relevant course selection, and provide students with assistance in setting and achieving educational and career goals Help students make informed academic decisions teaching them how to track their own academic progress, locate and interpret appropriate policies, and to utilize the tools and resources available Monitor the academic progress of a student caseload Conduct verification of degree progress, removal of holds, and approval of various forms to ensure timely student progression Analyze and interpret student data, transcripts, and placement results Enter advising notes into MyMav following best practices for documenting student appointments/contacts Maintain a clear understanding of all applicable federal, state, and University policies and procedures Keep abreast of relevant academic programs and support services such as counseling and tutoring within a College and University and provide appropriate referrals to students Participate in campus events (such as New Maverick Orientation), advising meetings, professional conferences, and individual professional development Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working collaboratively with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds, and experiences Master's degree in related field One (1) year of experience working with college students or adolescents in an advising capacity or the equivalent experience Benefits Health insurance Retirement plans Paid time off Company Overview The School of Social Work at the University of Texas at Arlington is one of the nation's largest and most prestigious schools of Social Work. It was founded in 1967, and is headquartered in Arlington, Texas, US, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship The University of Texas at Arlington - School of Social Work has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2023. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.