Academic Advisor

Dallas / Ft. Worth

42221BR

Bachelor of Professional Studies

Position Description

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.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

Student Advising & Planning: Provide personalized academic advising to adult learners and non-traditional students in the $10K Degree Completion Program. Collaborate with students to create a clear degree plan that incorporates prior learning, transfer credits, and the specific academic offerings within the School of Professional Studies.

Program & Transfer Credit Evaluation: Serve as the primary point of contact for evaluating prior learning and transfer coursework. Work with faculty and staff to ensure a fair, consistent, and timely evaluation process for all students. Accurately maintain and update student records in compliance with university policies, catalog requirements, and administrative regulations.

Class Day Engagement: Be present on site for Class Day sessions, held two Saturdays per month, to provide in-person academic support, guidance, and advice to students as needed.

Student Support: Offer academic support to all students, helping them navigate university resources and online learning platforms.

Professional Development: Stay informed about current best practices in academic advising, with a focus on adult education, online learning, and innovative academic initiatives that serve the unique needs of a degree completion program.

Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The attributes required to perform the job that are generally demonstrated through qualifying service, education, or training. Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities, in addition to the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; one year related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required, plus one to three years relevant experience

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Job Family

Academic & Student Services

Job Sub Family

Academic Advising

Annualized Pay Range

$34,100 - $44,300 - $54,600

Hourly Pay Range

$16.39 - $21.30 - $26.25

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 by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

Two Saturday's a month

Grant Funded?

No

Air Force Specialty Code

8R000, 83R0, 8A100

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

79R, 79T, 79S, 79V

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

8411, 4801, 4821, 8412

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

3766, 9587, 2199

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.