Academic Success Coordinator

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi · Corpus Christi, TX · 4 wk ago

Education$44k/yrFull-time

About the role

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. The university employs over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs) and offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from system resources, increased visibility, and collaboration opportunities. The campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews, featuring modern, state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

This position is responsible for advising students in the MBA and MAcc programs in the College of Business and serves as the point of contact for all prospective and current students.

Responsibilities

Functional Area 1: Operations (50% effort) – Serve as advisor for currently enrolled graduate students and assist with course selection; assist prospective students with the application process; review and clear currently enrolled graduate students for graduation.
Functional Area 2: Administrative (30% effort) – Assist with graduate student orientation; assist with graduate student functions (receptions, open houses, etc.); assist with preparation of graduate course schedule.
Functional Area 3: Support and Other (20% effort) – Represent department on committees and at meetings; cross‑train with Assistant Manager to ensure operations are covered; perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a business‑related field.
Two (2) years of related experience.
Additional experience/education may substitute: Associate’s degree and four (4) years of experience, or a Master’s degree.

Skills

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or Master of Accountancy.
Knowledge of business graduate programs admissions and curriculum.
Experience with Banner, Argos, DegreeWorks, Laserfiche.

Pay

Approx. $3,657.34 monthly (approx. $43,888.08 annually).

Benefits

Medical insurance: $0‑$30 per month for employee‑only coverage after university contribution ($920 value); up to 83% of premium covered by the university for employee‑and‑spouse, employee‑and‑children, and employee‑and‑family coverage.
Dental & Vision insurance.
Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long Term Disability.
Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account.
Dual Career Partner Program.
On‑campus wellness opportunities.
Work Life Solutions: counseling, work‑life assistance, financial resources, legal resources.
Tuition benefits: Public Loan Forgiveness, book scholarships, 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP); voluntary tax‑deferred account/deferred compensation plan.
Time off: 8+ hours vacation paid time off each month; 8 hours sick leave each month; 8 hours paid birthday leave; 12‑15 paid holidays each year.