Academic Advisor - Harris College

Job Summary

The Academic Advisor is responsible for supporting Harris department programs by providing individual or group student advising on academic, career-related issues, programs and curriculum; assisting students in obtaining their desired academic outcomes.

• Provides academic advising services to undergraduate students by conducting individual and group counseling and advising sessions.
• Determines nature of the student’s situation by responding to inquiries, interviewing students, and auditing student records.
• Recommends a course of action by advising students on progress toward Harris College degree completion, ensuring requirements are met, providing alternate strategies for “at‑risk” students, and monitoring progress.
• Monitors planned actions and student progress/records by periodic follow‑up; receives, processes, and maintains required documents, maintains databases, provides reports, and analyzes information.
• Supports academic programs by providing student skill techniques, time‑management and related academic information; evaluates student academic abilities and skills; assists students in developing academic plans.
• Plans and implements new student orientation programs and advising activities; develops materials to enhance programs and services.
• Coordinates advising functions by serving as a liaison between students, faculty, academic departments, and other campus services.
• Serves as liaison for the school and academic departments by interpreting academic policies, procedures, and curriculum issues.
• Works closely with the Nursing department in meeting with prospective transfer Nursing students; holds Nursing workshops for students looking to apply to Traditional and Accelerated Nursing programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two (2) years of experience advising and counseling students in higher education or a related field, including identifying students struggling academically.

• Experience working in higher education in some capacity.

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• Knowledge to teach study skills and time‑management techniques.
• Knowledge of curriculum and degree requirements.
• Knowledge of university programs.
• Knowledge of customer service techniques.
• Knowledge to establish and maintain databases.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Skill in the use of People Soft or equivalent data record systems.
• Skill in effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to interact with students.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms, and other printed materials.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication, conversation, responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face‑to‑face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling, and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

• Work is indoors, sedentary, and subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• This role is an on‑campus, in‑person position.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student‑centered community. TCU is an equal‑opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.