Academic Advisor I

Salary range: $37,600 – $43,000 per year. Final offer based on relevant experience and qualifications.

Purpose of Position

Delivers individual and group academic advisement to current and prospective students within UT Arlington.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic advising to current and prospective students through in-person, virtual, phone, and email communication.
• Guides students on degree requirements, course selection, and educational/career planning, while fostering informed decision-making and self-sufficiency in tracking progress, understanding policies, and utilizing available resources.
• Monitors assigned student caseload by proactively supporting academic progress through outreach, degree verification, and timely resolution of holds and forms.
• Reviews and interprets transcripts, placement results, and student data, while documenting advising interactions in MyMav according to best practices.
• Maintains knowledge of federal, state, and University policies; stays informed on academic programs and student support services (e.g., counseling, tutoring); and provides referrals as appropriate.
• Participates in campus events (such as New Maverick Orientation), advising meetings, professional conferences, and individual professional development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or four (4) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field.
• One year of experience working with college students or adolescents in an advising capacity or the equivalent experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and procedures for academic advising, including resources from professional associations such as NACADA and TEXAAN.
• Proficiency in using the University Catalog.
• Strong written and verbal communication, information organization, problem-solving, time management, initiative, outreach, and proficiency with student information systems.
• Ability to work professionally, collaboratively, and independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Program.

Schedule

Monday through Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Requires some evenings and weekends.

Benefits

This position is benefits-eligible. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package: https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits.