Academic Counselor

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: Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us

• Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Office of Advising Services promotes high-quality advising across UNT's advising units through coordination, training/ professional development, and leadership support. Our advising team offers pathways counseling to prospective and current students, and TSI advising. The office is located in the Academic Success Center at Sage Hall.

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 is responsible for providing guidance to students on Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements. This position assists in implementing programs related to student success and retention. This position is located primarily at UNT at Frisco, but does require some work days at University of North Texas in Denton

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.

• Knowledgeable on Texas Success Initiative.

• 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:

• % - Presents academic information at new student orientations, exploring majors workshops, and on campus events. - ()
• % - Counsels students regarding Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements and TSI class placement. - ()
• % - Counsels students regarding university requirements and individual program requirements including the applicability of transfer credits in a timely and professional manner. - ()
• % - Provides training, and direction to Academic Advisors or other staff as assigned. - ()
• % - 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. - ()
• % - Advising and presentations at UNT Frisco. - ()

Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday, 8am-5pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

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) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System 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 an investigative proceeding or hearing.