Job Information
Texas Tech University Senior Academic Advisor in Lubbock, Texas
39785BR
Extended Job Title:
Senior Academic Advisor
Position Description:
Performs Academic Advising, educational, professional, or other advanced Academic Advising or training at the individual or group level as appropriate. Responsibilities may include assisting in the analysis of special and/or complex problems. May supervise Academic Advisors or other employees. Performance is based on individual advising effectiveness and overall program results obtained. Work is performed under standard supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Requisition ID:
39785BR
Travel Required:
None
Major/Essential Functions:
Document, collect, and organize student and academic information for reports for accreditation and general administration purposes.
Process and maintain information related to course schedules, including keying in course and special instruction fees, along with the management of student files.
Participate in recruiting and cohort-building activities in the SOA and TCVPA, working in partnership with both the SOA Recruiter and TCVPA Student Success Team.
Attend regular meetings at the TCVPA and work closely with the TCVPA advising team.
Coordinate advising and registration processes for SOA students and faculty, including conducting RRO sessions and admissions procedures.
Advise undergrad art majors and minors and serve as a supplemental advisor for graduate students as needed.
Collaborate and assist in the implementation of the academic policies of TTU, TCVPA, and SOA.
Other duties as assigned by the SOA.
Grant Funded?:
No
Minimum Hire Rate:
18.48
Pay Basis:
Hourly
Schedule Details:
Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm; some weekends
Work Location:
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications:
Required Knowledge
- Knowledge of TTU academic policies, education and training, and human behavior. Strong communication skills. Ability to relate to others. Ability to learn Student Banner, Kenexa/BrassRing, and like database systems.
Preferred Qualification
- Strong written skills, including academic writing experience. Problem solver who works well under pressure. Strong customer service skills.
Department:
School of Art
Required Attachments:
Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Group:
Academic Support Professionals
Shift:
Day
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required, plus one year relevant experience.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
No
About the Department and/or College:
The J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts is comprised of the School of Art, the School of Music, and the School of Theatre & Dance, accredited by NASAD, NASM, NAST, and NASD, respectively. TTU is the only public university in the state accredited in all four arts areas, and boasts many acclaimed alumni, including Susan Graham, Terry Cook, Ann Sanders, G.W. Bailey, Barry Corbin, Jennifer Smith, Scott Dadich, Susanne Klotz, Ken Little and D.J. Stout. With more than 120 faculty members and approximately 1,100 students, the College offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including the terminal M.F.A., D.M.A., and Ph.D. degrees. Our unique Ph.D. program in Fine Arts provides interdisciplinary education in the visual & performing arts combined with philosophical aesthetics. For more information, visit: www.vpa.ttu.edu.
The School of Art is NASAD accredited and offers the BA in Art History, BA in Art, the BFA in Studio Art, Graphic Design, and Visual Studies (teacher certification), the MAE, the MFA in Studio Art, MA in Art History, and the Ph.D. in Fine Arts with a major in Art. A faculty of 31 full-time professors serves approximately 250 undergraduate students and 60 students involved in graduate study. The school has many prominent alumni. Technical and administrative support includes a total of 10 staff positions. The School’s Visual Resource Center maintains art reference books, current art periodicals, instructional media, digital classrooms, and a legacy slide collection, as well as an expanding collection of digital images for teaching and research.
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
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.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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.
