Senior Academic Advisor at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi in Corpus Christi, TX

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Job Title Senior Academic Advisor Agency Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi Department Academic Advising Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Corpus Christi, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description 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. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies. TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities. PURPOSE The Senior Academic Advisor reports to the Assistant Director of Academic Advising or Director and provides expert guidance to students, helping them navigate academic requirements, select courses, and achieve their educational goals. This role involves strategic planning, mentorship, and personalized advising to support student success. The Senior Academic Advisor also leads and mentors junior advisors, contributes to advising strategies, and uses data to improve student retention. As the designated Transfer Initiatives Advisor, this position also spearheads transfer-focused advising initiatives, serves as the subject-matter expert for transfer student needs, and leads the development of transfer-related programming and resources. The Senior Academic Advisor coordinates complex transfer cases, consults with advisor colleagues on transfer-specific challenges, and maintains up-to-date documentation of transfer processes and policies. The Senior Academic Advisor also supports the advising process by acquiring finalized articulation agreements from institutional officials and making them available as advising resources. The Senior Academic Advisor analyzes transfer student data to enhance retention and graduation outcomes, and recommends improvements to transfer protocols and resource materials. By fostering an environment of academic excellence, this position supports the institution’s mission to enhance student achievement. The Senior Academic Advisor complies with all state, system, and university policies, regulations, rules, procedures, guidelines, and directives in a timely manner and adheres to confidentiality policies (FERPA). RESPONSIBILITIES Academic Advising: 50% Provides academic advising for students grounded in an advanced understanding of the tenets of practice outlined by the National Association of Academic Advising (NACADA) and appropriate academic advising and student development theories. Advises for course selection, registration, academic planning, career and educational goal setting, appropriate resources, transitioning to the university, and retention issues. Performs administrative tasks independently that are associated with assigned advising function. Advises in both group and individual settings with current and prospective students. Interprets State, University, and college policies and procedures. Maintains accurate records of student contacts; may assist in the development of systems, processes, or policies for maintaining records of student contacts. Monitors academic progress and implements intervention strategies for students who receive academic alerts or who need assistance in maintaining or improving their academic standing. Promotes student learning, development, and personal growth to empower self-sufficiency. Provides students with proactive