**40211BR** **Extended Job Title:** Academic Advisor - Undergraduate Academic Advisor **Position Description:** Performs academic advising, educational, professional, or other basic academic advising or training at the individual or group level as appropriate. Work is performed under supervision with performance based on individual advising effectiveness and overall program results obtained. **Requisition ID:** 40211BR **Optional Attachments:** Other Documents Supporting Qualifications **Travel Required:** Up to 25% **Major/Essential Functions:** + Provide academic advising for undergraduate students on matters of curriculum, course and degree requirements, and degree completion + Attend departmental undergraduate meetings + Provides academic advising and counseling to undergraduate students, assist with problem solving, and refer to university resources + Provide academic advising to undergraduate students by analyzing student’s career and academic goals, degree progress, deficiencies and test results, and by recommending appropriate course of action or referrals + Create academic plans in partnership with students during initial advising meetings utilizing College-approved curriculum guides, assessment results and academic planning and registration tool + Gain expertise in the curriculum and advising of an education degree + Review and update degree audits in a timely manner, including evaluate and determine the transfer of credits + Providing academic advising to all undergraduate, traditional students with academic and personal issues as they pertain to their enrollment at the University + Maintaining current knowledge of campus resources, critical dates, policies and procedures for undergraduate students **Grant Funded?:** No **Minimum Hire Rate:** 17.77 **Pay Basis:** Hourly **Work Location:** Lubbock **Preferred Qualifications:** + Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs + Experience with students and staff **Department:** EDUC Advising and Certification **Required Attachments:** Cover Letter, Resume / CV **Job Type:** Full Time **Job Group:** Academic Support Professionals **Shift:** Day **Required Qualifications:** Bachelor's degree required; one year related experience. **Does this position work in a research laboratory?:** No **Navy Enlisted Classification Code:** 3766, 9587, 2199 **Army Military Occupational Specialty Code:** 79R, 79T, 79S, 79V **Air Force Specialty Code:** 8R000, 83R0, 8A100 **Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code:** 8411, 4801, 4821, 8412 **Safety Information:** Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees. **Pay Statement:** Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan. **EEO Statement:** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. **About the University:** Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world. About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.