Academic Advisor I

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Academic Advisor I
Posting Number: 2026029
Location: San Marcos
Department: AA-Applied Arts
Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting
Job Type: Full-Time
Monthly Salary: $3,657.34
Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications:

• Experience working with college students or children/adolescents in a professional or volunteer capacity
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, NACADA core competencies, core values, and theories of academic advising
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, academic policies and procedures
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, Banner 9, Degree Works, and other software essential to academic advising
• Knowledge of common office applications including Microsoft 365 and Zoom
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain complex policies and procedures clearly and precisely
• Ability to perform math to sufficiently calculate GPAs, percentages, and basic statistics for summarizing data.
• Ability to incorporate continuous changes in federal and state policies and procedures, ensuring institutional compliance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to respond to stressful situations with professionalism and composure
• Ability to process confidential information with discretion and in accordance with FERPA

Preferred Qualifications:

Job Description:

The Academic Advisor I is responsible for providing quality undergraduate advice to current and prospective students and serves as a resource for them and their parents.

Job Duties:

• The Academic Advisor I, under supervision of a director, provides quality academic advising to new, continuing, and returning undergraduate students at Texas State University. The Academic Advisor I also provides appropriate advising guidance and referrals for prospective and visiting students.
• Provide accurate and consistent information about major, degree requirements, and progress toward graduation
• Clearly explain complex information related to institutional policies and procedures
• Coordinate, plan, and prepare for advising sessions
• Engage with undergraduate students in-person, virtually, and over the phone
• Help undergraduate students define and develop realistic educational and career goals
• Maintain confidential student records through accurate and thorough documentation
• Review graduation applications and certify students eligibility for graduation
• Maintain collaborative relationships with academic units and university partners
• Acknowledge and research student concerns, collaborate with appropriate stakeholders, and advocate for solutions with a commitment to fairness and integrity
• Refer undergraduate students to appropriate resources for assistance
• Participate in university efforts toward recruitment and retention such as Bobcat Day and New Student Orientation
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement of advising services and integrate practices aimed at improving the student experience
• Commit to ongoing professional development and attainment of knowledge regarding industry advancements and best practices in academic advising
• Provide clerical assistance as needed
• Complete work at the request of other campus offices to support processes related to accreditation and/or student degree progress (Satisfactory Academic Progress plans, Courses Counting Toward Degree, Athletic Academic Progress forms, Transfer Course Agreements, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Information to Applicants:

Job Open Date: 09/19/2025
Job Close Date: 10/08/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54291

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/54291 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?
Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, youll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

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