What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Counselor position at University of North Texas - Denton?
Title: Academic Counselor
Employee Classification: Academic Counselor
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-Vice Provost Student Success
Department: UNT-Student Success-Gen-111050
Job Location: Denton
Salary: $47,232.00
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
UNT's Office of Advising Services is a centralized advising team committed to serving students and the advising community. From pre-admission through graduation, we eliminate barriers to academic success and increase retention through accessible services including major exploration counseling, prospective advising, and the class concierge service.
Position Overview
This position is responsible for providing guidance to students by appraising their interests, aptitudes, and abilities to develop a career path and degree fit. Connects students with available resources for academic success and personal/professional development. This position assists in implementing programs related to student success and retention.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree and two years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, professional academic advising, or related experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
* Current knowledge of student development and counseling theory.
* Strong presentation, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
* Strong counseling skills including career development and group facilitation.
* Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing.
* Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
* Ability to work independently.
* Remains active in professional development.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in an advising office counseling students who present with uncertainty of major, advising transfer students, and/or working with at-risk populations.
* Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Demonstrates strong communication skills, verbal and written.
* Experience working with multiple departments and/or committee work.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties
- Implements programs related to student success and retention.
- Assists with the development retention and completion initiatives.
- Consults on difficult issues or expectations related to assisting students.
- Counsels students regarding information about their interests, aptitudes, abilities, and other personal characteristics.
- Occasional advising and presentations at UNT Frisco.
- Presents academic information at new student orientations, exploring majors workshops, and on campus events.
- Provides training, and direction to Academic Advisors or other staff as assigned.
- Counsels prospective students regarding university requirements and individual program requirements including applicability of transfer credits in a timely and professional manner.
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Salary : $47,232