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Texas A&M University is hiring a Graduate Academic Advisor II for its School of Law in Fort Worth, Texas. The advisor guides graduate students through program requirements, deadlines, and academic processes while keeping the records and resources that support their progress. The role also helps coordinate advising events and admissions, orientation, and student engagement efforts, and advises faculty on university policies for graduate programs.

Highlights

Advise graduate students on programmatic requirements and academic processes, helping them set realistic goals and connecting them with the resources they need.
Reach out to students about important dates and deadlines and keep accurate documentation of each graduate student’s academic progress.
Maintain advising materials and student resources, and support advising events and programs.
Guide faculty on university processes and policies that apply to graduate programs.
Contribute to admissions, orientation, and student engagement efforts within the School of Law community.
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, plus one year of experience in higher education or a related field.
Strong organizational, record-keeping, and communication skills, with an understanding of graduate admissions, program operations, and academic advising principles.
Ability to handle confidential information, multitask, and work cooperatively, with familiarity in event planning and coordination.
Salary of $55,000 to $60,000 per year for a full-time staff position.

Graduate Academic Advisor II Full Description

Job Title

Graduate Academic Advisor II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Texas A&M University School Of Law

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,583.34 monthly

Job Location

Fort Worth, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What We Want

We’re looking for a student-focused professional who is passionate about helping graduate students navigate their academic journey and achieve their goals. The ideal candidate is a trusted resource who can provide thoughtful academic advising, interpret university policies, and build strong relationships with students, faculty, and campus partners. They are highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at maintaining accurate records, advising materials, and student resources. Success in this role requires excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. We value someone who enjoys supporting student success initiatives, coordinating programs and events, and contributing to admissions, orientation, and student engagement efforts. A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional service will help this individual thrive within the School of Law community.

What You Need to Know

Salary: $55,000 - $60,000/annually.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
1 year of experience in higher education or related fields.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with event planning and coordination.
Understanding of graduate admissions and program operations.
Knowledge of academic advising principles and student support
Proficiency in standard office software and technology.
Ability to work with confidential information.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Essential Duties/Tasks

Graduate Student Advising

Advises graduate students on programmatic requirements and academic processes.
Collaborates with students to establish realistic goals, provides outreach, communicates important dates and deadlines, and offers necessary resources.
Maintains accurate documentation of graduate students and their academic progress.

Graduate Advising Support

Maintains advising materials and resources for students.
Supports advising events and programs.

Faculty Support

Provides guidance to faculty on university processes and policies for graduate programs.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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