Academic Advisor or Associate Academic Advisor

Agency

Department

Texas A&M University–Central Texas is recruiting for a Academic Advisor. This position may be filled at either the Academic Advisor or Associate Academic Advisor level, based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The Academic Advisor or Academic Advisor provides proactive, student-centered holistic advising supporting student retention and success. This position assists students with educational planning, course selection, and navigating resources while fostering their academic, career, and personal development.

A Presidential Proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on all new H‑1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025, and Texas A&M University–Central Texas will not pay this fee. Additionally, a moratorium issued by Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026, restricts the filing of new H‑1B petitions unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide academic advising based on industry best practices and student development theories, including but not limited to, educational planning, course selection, and registration aligned with students’ academic, career, and personal goals.

• Monitor academic progress and implement engagement and intervention strategies to support student retention and success. Participate in outreach programs, campaigns, and communication initiatives in support of institutional enrollment goals.

• Provide referrals to institutional resources and assistance based on student needs. Assist with navigating institutional processes and identifying environmental conditions that foster or inhibit student success.

• Maintain accurate student records and interaction notes. Utilize institutional tools and technology to support students efficiently and effectively.

• Maintain understanding of curriculum, course equivalencies, and career opportunities associated with assigned programs. Apply university, college, and/or program policies and procedures accurately and consistently. Assist with evaluation of course equivalencies as needed.

• Participate in professional development to remain current in the field. Seeks opportunities to serve on and contribute to appropriate committees and task forces across campus to advocate for students.

• Perform related duties as required or deemed necessary to meet student and organizational goals.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Knowledge of student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Minimum qualifications:

Academic Advisor

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Associate Academic Advisor

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years of related experience.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.