Manager of College Academic Advising, Arts & Sciences - Dean Arts & Sciences

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Manager of College Academic Advising, Arts & Sciences

JOB SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the position of Manager of College Academic Advising for the College of Arts and Sciences is to supervise and lead the college advising team of twelve academic advisors. The job primarily exists to manage advising operations, coordinate college-wide academic advising initiatives, lead assessment of college advising, promote best practices, and initiate professional development activities for advisors in the college.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Associate Dean, College of Arts and Sciences

Supervises: Coordinator of College Academic Advisors, Academic Advisor Is, Academic Advisor IIs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

1. Manages the advising operations for the College of Arts and Sciences.
2. Supervises the coordinators of college academic advising and academic advisors in the College of Arts and Sciences.
3. Leads, coordinates, and collaborates on college- and campus-wide advising initiatives and programs with guidance from the Associate Dean and Dean of the College.
4. Leads and coordinates onboarding and training of advisors in collaboration with coordinators of college academic advising, ensuring consistency and compliance with policies and procedures across advisors.
5. Holds bi-weekly meetings for advising staff to ensure consistency and compliance with policies and procedures.
6. Initiates and coordinates effective advising practices and processes with academic departments across the College of Arts and Sciences.
7. Leads, coordinates, and represents advising at events such as orientation, admissions, and other campus activities.
8. Ensures alignment with professional best practices and initiates professional development for college advisors and coordinators of college academic advising.
9. Leads and coordinates professional development for academic advisors.
10. Initiates and coordinates assessment of advising practices and conducts college-level advising assessment.
11. Advises students, analyzes and processes degree audits and required academic forms, when needed.
12. Assists in the development, implementation, and support of advising related technology.
13. Produces and distributes college-level advising reports.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Serves as a liaison to faculty advisors and other college and university personnel.
• Supports the overall efforts of University Academic Advising by assisting campus colleagues as needed.
• Assists with school- and college-specific special projects, as requested.
• Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree required, master's degree in higher education, counseling, or related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of two years of academic advising in a higher education setting is required.

REQUIREMENT

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

1. Knowledge of professional advising standards and practices.
2. Knowledge and application of principles and ethics associated with developmental academic advising.
3. Cultural competence and skills working with a diverse student body.
4. Knowledge of academic programming related to advising and academic support.
5. Ability in developing and presenting workshops or training.
6. Ability to make independent decisions and take appropriate action, to work independently, and to follow through on assignments with minimal direction.
7. Proficient organizational, administrative, and planning skills.
8. Basic knowledge of data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
9. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
10. Ability to multi-task, manage multiple priorities, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
11. Self-started demonstrating initiative in a fast-paced higher education environment.
12. Ability to interact and collaborate with diverse departments across the institution.
13. Knowledge of university programs, policies, and practices.
14. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
15. Ability to communicate effectively orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
16. Ability to represent the College and University in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
17. Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including university-related software and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment.

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Texas Woman's University strives to provide an educational environment that affirms the rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate.

Texas Woman's University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, age, veteran's status, or against qualified disabled persons.

All positions at Texas Woman's University are deemed security sensitive requiring background checks.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government. For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at 847-688-6888 or www.sss.gov.