Job Title
Academic Advisor III - Department of Biology
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
College of Arts and Sciences
Proposed Minimum Salary
$4,537.50 monthly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Glimpse of the Job
The Department of Biology at Texas A&M University is hiring a new Academic Advisor III!
The Academic Advisor III will independently drive engagement and empower students to achieve their academic and career goals. In addition to student advising, this position will assist the Advising Manager in more project centered tasks. Examples of this may be examining coursework progress, monitoring specific enrollment data, or preparing reports for Biology Department Leadership. The selected candidate will play a vital role in maximizing undergraduate student retention by building relationships with students and clarifying procedures and academic requirements. Additionally, the Academic Advisor III will act as a mentor to other Academic Advisors in the unit.
Salary: $54,450.00
Opportunities to Contribute:
Advise Students
Advise students on academic planning, educational goals, majors/minors, and career or graduate school pathways.
Guide students through academic processes.
Review academic records and counsel students on course selection, degree progress, and exception requests.
Provide input on academic standing and probationary decisions.
Maintain accurate and up to date advising records and student notes.
Delivers Student Success and Retention Strategies
Engage students through in‑person and virtual outreach.
Refer students to appropriate academic, career, health, and wellness resources.
Monitor student progress and identify students who may benefit from intervention or additional support.
Coordinate and support advising, retention, and student success events and campaigns.
Assist with reporting and data analysis related to advising initiatives and special populations.
Use developmental advising strategies to support students’ academic and personal growth.
Collaborative Leadership
Collaborate with campus partners on student retention and success initiatives.
Contribute to professional development.
Develop and deliver training for faculty, staff, and advisors on advising tools, resources, and best practices.
Respond to student mental health concerns and refer to appropriate campus resources.
Team Building and Support
Assist in the training of new staff members and student workers within the academic advising department and serve as a resource.
Qualifications:
Four years of academic advising experience within higher education
A well-qualified candidate may also possess:
Knowledge of NACADA advising values, theories, models, professional standards, and legal requirements, including FERPA and confidentiality.
Texas A&M University’s history, mission, vision, values, and culture.
The history and role of academic advising in higher education and at Texas A&M University.
Texas A&M University policies, procedures, rules, and regulations relevant to academic advising.
Understanding of student learning and success outcomes, student populations, and common academic and personal challenges.
Knowledge of curriculum, degree requirements, academic policies, and campus/community resources that support student success and well‑being.
Experience using advising systems, data tools, and technologies to support students and evaluate advising outcomes.
Ability to coach, mentor, and supervise advisors or student employees
Ability to plan, implement, and assess advising, retention, and student success initiatives.
Ability to develop and deliver training and professional development.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport, maintain advising relationships, and communicate confidentially across modalities.
Ability to guide students in academic planning, decision‑making, goal setting, and referral to appropriate resources.
What You Need to Do:
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Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
The College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart and foundation of Texas A&M University. Our 18 departments and more than 130 academic programs of study offer students the opportunity to pursue an extraordinarily wide range of subjects spanning the natural sciences, humanities, mathematics, social sciences, languages, and life sciences. The college is home to preeminent scholars and researchers, world-class academic programs, and exceptional students eager to learn, discover, and make a difference. The educational experience in Arts and Sciences supports, engages, and inspires students during every step of their academic journey, from choosing to become an Aggie, to launching their successful career. It includes amazing opportunities for participating in cutting-edge research, study abroad experiences, immersive field work with world-renowned experts, and hands-on experiences through internships and professional programs. The College of Arts and Science is home to over 30 centers and institutes as well as many specialized laboratories and active research groups, where innovation by our top researchers continues to lead to groundbreaking discoveries and societal solutions in myriad world-changing areas. Be Here. Be ArtSci. Learn more about us at https://artsci.tamu.edu
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
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.
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