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ACADEMIC ADVISOR-PATHWAYS

Midland College

Job Description

Job Title

ACADEMIC ADVISOR-PATHWAYS

Position Status

Full Time

Classification Title

Advisor-12 m

Work Location

Main Campus-3600 N. Garfield, Midland TX

Job Summary

Pathways Advisors will be located in the advising center or on other campus locations as need demands. Assist students in achieving their educational and career goals by providing academic and supportive advising. Advising includes degree and certificate programs; TSI testing; course transfer information; and course scheduling and registration process.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree
Public relations/customer service experience
Computer literate
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Ability to advise students individually and in groups on complex student-related matters
Demonstrated interpersonal, communication and social skills
Ability to work independently or in a team
Ability to interact effectively and work collaboratively with various departments
Ability to manage multiple tasks and successfully meet deadlines
Ability to analyze complete situation accurately and adopt effective course of action
Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment with interruptions and detail oriented tasks
Ability to research, learn, and accurately provide information to students on a variety of topics
Excellent oral communication, customer service, and public relations skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree
Understanding of TSI regulations
One or more years of experience in an educational setting

Essential Functions

Advises students in specified academic and technical pathways resulting in certificates, transfer, and associate and bachelor degrees
Advises students with course registration, drops, withdrawals, and effective student success strategies
Provides career advising for students wanting to change pathways
Assists in reassigning students to another advisor if academic/career plans alter
Applies the coaching techniques used by Midland College Pathways Advising
Participates in professional development and a quality management program focused on growth
Implements academic advising strategies (syllabus, degree plan, coaching)
Interacts effectively with students of diverse socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
Monitors and tracks student plans and interactions by using notes in Zogotech or other specified software
Knows and understands TSI regulations for guidance and placement
Supports all student service areas including transfer/career-related services and testing
Assists with recruiting program activities in the Midland College community
Maintains an accurate calendar with open appointments
Responds within 48 hours to all Early Alert messages
Serves as liaison between students, staff, faculty and administrators
Provides referral services for students
Assesses and coordinates advising appointments and services and streamlines processes
Meets regularly with Pathways Advisors and Division faculty and staff
Must be able to work evening hours, at minimum, two to three times per month and more during periods of high registration traffic
Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 25 pounds
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Must be able to work extended hours during periods of registration and Midland College or community events
Use of manual dexterity
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Work mostly performed indoors, some outdoor Midland College or community events may be required
The person in this position needs to occasionally move/travel from office to other locations on or off-campus
Travel for training, meetings, and assist on other campuses’ events both in and out of town
The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information

Security Sensitivity

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Min Salary

$41,500 per year (annualized salary)

Max Salary

$43,500 per year (annualized salary)

Pay Statement

Salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience.

Posting Number

P01070S2016

Open Date

03/10/2023

Position Available

Immediately

Special Instructions to Applicants

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, resume, and transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable).

If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.

EEO Statement

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

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