Senior Academic Advisor

Job Title Senior Academic Advisor Agency Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi Department Academic Advising Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Corpus Christi, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies. TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities. PURPOSE The Senior Academic Advisor reports to the Assistant Director of Academic Advising and provides expert guidance to students, helping them navigate academic requirements, select courses, and achieve their educational goals. This role involves strategic planning, mentorship, and personalized advising to support student success. The Senior Academic Advisor also leads and mentors’ junior advisors, contributes to advising strategies, and uses data to improve student retention. By fostering an environment of academic excellence, this position supports the institution’s mission to enhance student achievement. The Senior Academic Advisor complies with all state, system, and university policies, regulations, rules, procedures, guidelines, and directives in a timely manner and adhere to confidentiality policies (FERPA). RESPONSIBILITIES Advising : 50% Provides academic advising for students grounded in an advanced understanding of the tenets of practice outlined by the National Association of Academic Advising (NACADA) and appropriate academic advising and student development theories. Advises for course selection, registration, academic planning, career and educational goal setting, appropriate resources, transitioning to the university, and retention issues. Performs administrative tasks independently that are associated with assigned advising function. Advises in both group and individual settings with current and prospective students. Interprets State, University, and college policies and procedures. Maintains accurate records of student contacts; may assist in the development of systems, processes, or policies for maintaining records of student contacts. Monitors academic progress and implements intervention strategies for students who receive academic alerts or who need assistance in maintaining or improving their academic standing. Promotes student learning, development, and personal growth to empower self-sufficiency. Provides students with proactive referrals to appropriate resources and timely reminders, and other targeted individual and group communications using email, texting, and social media. Support : 25% Manages/coordinates advising projects, events, outreach, and interventions for all students. Actively seeks to identify individual, organizational, and environmental conditions that foster or inhibit student success. Prepares various academic and advising reports, data analysis of advising initiatives, serves as an ombudsperson to facilitate the application, admission, and retention of students. Support retention efforts include using Navigate and requiring probationary and returning suspension/enforce withdrawal students to schedule an appointment and discuss university guidelines and expectations Leads workshops, seminars and other student engagement activities across campus. May lead and/or oversee special projects specific to the academic college or advising center. Leadership : 25% Collaborates with members of the campus community in student retention initiatives. Leads campus partners in designing and implementing strategic, campus-wide programs and initiatives to support student retention and degree completion goals. Serves on committees to advocate for and contribute ideas to promote a positive student experience across campus initiatives. Conducts research and publishes or presents on best practices and theory within the field of academic advising, students in transition, and related topics to foster professional growth and improve the student advising experience. Trains professional standards and competencies of academic advising to the advising community. Demonstrates mastery of advising tools and strategies, campus resources, and relevant updates May supervise staff and/or student employees to assist with administrative advising duties and programming. QUALIFICATIONS Master’s Degree Five (5) years of related experience. Additional experience/education may be used as a substitute for the minimum education/experience requirement: Bachelor’s Degree and seven (7) years of related experience; OR Doctoral Degree and three (3) years of related experience Knowledge of student development in higher education. Experience leading students in developing a sense of purpose and developing education and personal goals. Proficiency using word processing, spreadsheet, database applications, student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others, present information clearly and concisely, work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality. Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience