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Academic Advisor

Position Number: 6423979
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Academic Advising

Academic Advisor

Job Identification: 19080
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What We Are Looking For

The Academic Advisor consults directly with students on developing academic plans, providing support through challenges in college, advising on course selection, overseeing assigned responsibilities related to student retention, and providing guidance on academic progress toward degree completion. The Academic Advisor provides critical support to the Hankamer School of Business student population ensuring students maintain satisfactory academic progress toward degree completion. The Academic Advisor must also be comfortable in doing presentations to small and large groups of parents and students.

A Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant work experience are required.

Knowledge, Skills or Abilities

Understanding of college student development and academic issues; ability to work with external constituents
Excellent communication (written and oral), interpersonal, collaborative, and supervisory skills
Skilled in organization and coordination of complex projects
Ability to work independently
Ability to interpret and implement university policies and procedures
Commitment to diversity and ability to work with individuals or groups with diverse backgrounds

*All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What Will You Do

Primary Duties

Serve as advisor of record for freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, and transfer students by developing educational plans, selecting courses, evaluating academic progress, referring to university resources and reviewing BBA options and study abroad.
Serve as a presenter for the daily prospective visits, recruiting events, and summer orientation

School Specific Responsibilities and Duties

Assist students in developing educational plans, selecting academic courses, discussing academic progress, and documenting advising contacts
Serve as a presenter for the daily prospective student visits
Participate in the development of objectives and actions connected with the University's vision
Provide professional guidance, consultation, and expertise to students
Assist with external communications related to department policies and admissions
Promote student growth by determining suitable development tasks
Prepare and update advising materials as needed
Develop and provide assessments of retention initiatives
Help monitor all policies for advising for HSB
Assist with HSB Orientation sessions for incoming students and their families as well as new student advising
Complete projects as assigned by Director and Dean's office
Participate in weekly meetings with HSB staff
Serve on Business School and University committees as needed
Represent Baylor University and Hankamer School of Business at state, national, and international conferences related to advising and curriculum management
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6423979&targetURL=

The Academic Advisor consults directly with students on developing academic plans, providing support through challenges in college, advising on course selection, overseeing assigned responsibilities related to student retention, and providing guidance on academic progress toward degree completion. The Academic Advisor provides critical support to the Hankamer School of Business student population ensuring students maintain satisfactory academic progress toward degree completion. The Academic Advisor must also be comfortable in doing presentations to small and large groups of parents and students.

A Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant work experience are required.

Knowledge, Skills or Abilities

Understanding of college student development and academic issues; ability to work with external constituents
Excellent communication (written and oral), interpersonal, collaborative, and supervisory skills
Skilled in organization and coordination of complex projects
Ability to work independently
Ability to interpret and implement university policies and procedures
Commitment to diversity and ability to work with individuals or groups with diverse backgrounds

*All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What Will You Do

Primary Duties

Serve as advisor of record for freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, and transfer students by developing educational plans, selecting courses, evaluating academic progress, referring to university resources and reviewing BBA options and study abroad.
Serve as a presenter for the daily prospective visits, recruiting events, and summer orientation

School Specific Responsibilities and Duties

Assist students in developing educational plans, selecting academic courses, discussing academic progress, and documenting advising contacts
Serve as a presenter for the daily prospective student visits
Participate in the development of objectives and actions connected with the University's vision
Provide professional guidance, consultation, and expertise to students
Assist with external communications related to department policies and admissions
Promote student growth by determining suitable development tasks
Prepare and update advising materials as needed
Develop and provide assessments of retention initiatives
Help monitor all policies for advising for HSB
Assist with HSB Orientation sessions for incoming students and their families as well as new student advising
Complete projects as assigned by Director and Dean's office
Participate in weekly meetings with HSB staff
Serve on Business School and University committees as needed
Represent Baylor University and Hankamer School of Business at state, national, and international conferences related to advising and curriculum management
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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