Baylor University·Waco, Texas
The Academic Advisor consults with students to develop academic plans, monitor progress toward degree completion, and provide support through college challenges. They also assist with student success initiatives, orientation programs, and administrative tasks such as managing student files and appointments.
A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.
Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For” [https://hr.web.baylor.edu/great-colleges-work].
Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs.
Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas.
This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey.
The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution.
This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.
The Academic Advisor consults directly with students on developing academic plans, providing support through challenges in college, advising on course selection, overseeing assigned responsibilities related to student retention, and providing guidance on academic progress toward degree completion. The Academic Advisor provides critical support to the Hankamer School of Business student population ensuring students maintain satisfactory academic progress toward degree completion. The Academic Advisor also presents information to small and large groups of parents and students.
A Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant work experience are required. A Master’s degree and two years of relevant work experience is preferred.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages. [https://www.baylor.edu/hr/index.php?id=949184]
Explore & Engage
Learn more about Baylor [https://www.baylor.edu/about/] and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds [https://strategicplan.web.baylor.edu/]. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco [https://www.baylor.edu/waco/] and the many opportunities to engage locally. [https://www.baylor.edu/waco/index.php?id=970687] If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco! [https://vimeo.com/452638883]
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination [https://disclosures.web.baylor.edu/notice-non-discrimination] may be read online.
A Bachelor's degree and at least one year of relevant work experience are required for this position. A Master's degree and two years of experience are preferred, and all applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Market context
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