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Academic Advisor

Position Number: 6504988
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Academic Advising

Academic Advisor

Job Identification: 19263
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Job Description:
What We Are Looking For

The Academic Advisor position in The Honors Program contributes to the mission and strategic plan of the Honors College by advising students concerning their career and academic goals and academic requirements. He or she provides information and refers students to University resources that can assist them in meeting their needs or solving problems.

A Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant work experience is required. A Master's degree and four years of relevant work experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills or Abilities

Understanding of university student development and academic issues; understanding of the needs and goals of high-ability students; ability to work with external constituents
Excellent communication (written and oral), interpersonal, collaborative, and leadership skills
Skilled in organization and coordination of complex projects
Ability to work independently
Ability to interpret and implement general university policies and procedures
Ability to research advising related topics both internally and externally
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 You Will Do

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 options in all majors and minors across the university and study abroad.
Assist incoming students in learning about majors and programs in the College of Arts and Sciences during all orientation sessions. Visit with prospective students throughout the year. Serve on committees, provide evaluative information as requested, assist with all training workshops and other duties as assigned.
Leads Freshman Reading Project by choosing the common book to be read by all incoming honors students, training junior and senior student leaders, preparing writing prompts, collecting grades and attendance and coordinating opening honors assembly featuring speaker about the book.
Coordinate the Honors Book and Film Clubs whereby students may choose to earn additional honors credit. Train student leaders, reserve film club space and occasionally invite speakers to introduce films. Collect grades and attendance and monitor credit earned by both participants and leaders.
Assist the Senior Director, Director in handling special situations that include students, faculty, staff, Dean's office requests or Provost's office requests. Teach Honors Colloquium and other courses as needed.
Participate in special targeted projects and research with the direct purpose of positively affecting recruitment, retention, and graduation for the College of Arts & Sciences. This may include serving as advisor to the Honors Student Advisory Council (HSAC) and coordinating their meetings and events.

College Specific Responsibilities and Duties

Advise an assigned cohort of students during the fall, spring and summer (orientation)
Respond to the academic needs of all students in the Honors College.
Deploy strategies created by the Assistant Director for the direct advising of students in 90% of the College's degree programs each semester (18/20 departments)
Committee Assignments
Monitor and maintain assigned cohort advising records
Answer questions daily from students, parents, faculty, staff, other advisors and support staff
Answer questions daily from all advising campus partners as directed by the Senior Director, Director, Associate Director and Assistant Directors
Projects as assigned by Senior Director and Dean's office
Provide evaluative feedback when requested
Bi-annual meeting with Honors College faculty and Staff
Bi-Weekly meetings with Honors College staff

Other

Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
Ability to comply with university policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

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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