Graduate Academic Advisor IV

About the role

The Graduate Academic Advisor IV supports graduate students and faculty within the Electrical Engineering department at Texas A&M Engineering. The role combines student advising, admissions coordination, and policy development to ensure a smooth academic experience.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the graduate program admissions process, including application processing and communication with applicants.
• Maintain and update student records in WebAdmit and Howdy, ensuring accurate documentation of enrollment, funding, and advisor assignments.
• Develop and distribute advising materials, organize events, and provide administrative support to the department.
• Analyze admissions data, generate reports, and design initiatives to improve the application workflow.
• Mentor advising staff, contribute to policy development, and assist student organizations as needed.

Required profile

• Experience in higher‑education advising or graduate program administration.
• Strong knowledge of university policies and graduate admissions procedures.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with students, faculty, and prospective applicants.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency with WebAdmit and Howdy student information systems.
• Data collection, analysis, and reporting capabilities.

What we offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative academic environment within a leading engineering college.