Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 7335
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Org Marketing Statement
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Hispanic Serving University specializing in cyber, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic development. With more than 34,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. The university embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property-for Texas, the nation and the world. Learn more online, on UTSA Today or on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
UTSA, situated in a global city that has been a crossroads of peoples and cultures for centuries, values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of university life. As an institution expressly founded to advance the education of Mexican Americans and other underserved communities, our university is committed to ending generations of discrimination and inequity. UTSA, a premier public research university, fosters academic excellence through a community of dialogue, discovery and innovation that embraces the uniqueness of each voice.
Posting End Date
Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 01/27/2022. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received
Salary
Salary Range: $45,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications
Hours per Week
Exempt: 40 hours a week
Required Application Materials
Resume and Cover Letter are required.
Please upload in a PDF format.
Essential Functions
Function: To assist with the administration, coordination and supervision of an advising unit, including direct supervision of staff when requested by the center supervisor. Administration and coordination of programs includes development and implementation, management of publicity and data collection/interpretation, preparation of reports, and meeting program objectives; and/or management of more complex academic advising activities.
Scope: Responsible for working collaboratively across constituencies to develop and implement practical solutions to complex problems; training and supervising advising staff when requested; assisting with implementation and assessment of efficient operations; understanding and communicating the needs of specific populations of students to administrators; implementing and interpreting institutional rules to students; and facilitating the exchange of academic advising information to all concerned parties.
Typical:
Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution.
• At the department's discretion: a Bachelor's degree and eight years of academic advising or related experience may substitute for the Master's degree.
• Four years of direct academic advising experience in a higher education environment.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality
• Experience with a student information system.
• Four years of direct academic advising experience in a higher education environment.
• Experience implementing, monitoring, and assessing student development programs/projects.
• One year of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a proactive self-starter.
• Experience compiling data and reports.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
• Experience working with student caseloads.
• Experience working with student success platforms and DegreeWorks
• UTSA academic advising experience.
• Two years of supervisory experience in a higher education environment.

Working Conditions
Normal office environment.
May be asked to work extended hours within a varying schedule, which may include weekends and evenings. Occasional travel to professional meetings and conferences.
On Campus: Primary work location will be on campus
Additional Information
Note 1: UTSA is a tobacco-free campus.
Note 2: UTSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Note 3: At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may be closed once a sufficient number of qualified applications has been received.
Note 4: Currently you are applying for a position in UTSA Academic Advising. Please note that as enrollment changes, your appointment in particular areas/disciplines may change.
Note 5: This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
Note 6: Applicants must specifically address in their resume and cover letter how they meet all required education, experience, and skills for this position.
Note 7: The required education must be completed by December 31, 2021.
Note 8: Applicants selected for the interview must provide an advising portfolio at the time of the interview. Interviewees may also be required to facilitate a presentation at the time of the interview.
Note 9: Applicants selected for the interview must be able to show proof that they are eligible and qualified to work in the United States if selected for hire.
EO/AA Statement
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.