Title: Academic Counselor
Employee Classification: Academic Counselor
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-Texas Acad of Math & Sci
Department: UNT-TAMS-Dean’s Off-143100
Job Location: Denton
Salary: 48,000.00
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us – Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
The Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science (TAMS) is a unique residential program for high school-aged Texas students who are high achievers and interested in mathematics and science. While living on campus in McConnell Hall, students in this two-year program complete a rigorous academic curriculum of college coursework at the University of North Texas (UNT). Instruction is by university faculty.
Position Overview
Provide academic assistance to individual students at the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree and two years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, professional academic advising, or related experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate). Current knowledge of student development and counseling theory. Strong presentation, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. Strong counseling skills including career development and group facilitation. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work independently. Remains active in professional development.
Preferred Qualifications
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties
- Contact faculty to obtain course syllabi, and create calendar of assignments and exam dates each semester. During Fall, Spring, Summer semesters, collect students grades from faculty in order to monitor students academic progress.
- Contact incoming students during the Summer prior to their attendance in order to build rapport. Monitor students class attendance and report absences to parents and Associate Dean when necessary. Identify students having academic difficulties and provide information relative to time management and study skills. Communicate with parents to discuss students academic progress when necessary. Prepare and submit weekly and end-of-semester reports to Associate Dean of TAMS concerning students academic progress and attendance. Provide academic advising to students regarding course selection to ensure students enroll in required courses in order to complete their TAMS curriculum.
- Provide advising and writing assistance to second-year students during the college application process. Each Summer in collaboration with the Associate Dean and other Academic Counselors, plan and conduct the Early Start program for incoming TAMS students.
- Maintain high ethical standards and collegiality within TAMS-Honors. Attend and/or provide support for various events in TAMS-Honors, including but not limited to: (1) Summer Orientation each June; (2) Fall Orientation each August; (3) TAMS Seminar; (4) PSAT administration; (5) Competition-level tests (e.g., Olympiad, AMC, etc); (6) TAMS Convocation each Fall; (7) TAMS Commencement each Spring; and, (8) Scholars Day and the Medallion Ceremony (Honors).
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm Some evenings and weekends as needed
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit — and takes actions to prevent — discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
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