Assistant Director - Fine Arts and Communication Advising

Other

• At least one year of demonstrated commitment to academic success and student-centered service.
• Expert proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, Google Workspace, and/or productivity software.

Preferred Qualifications:
Education

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field and 4 – 5 years of progressively responsible experience, including supervisory, management, and/or leadership experience.
• Doctoral degree in any field and 3 – 4 years of progressively responsible experience, including supervisory, management, and/or leadership experience.

Other

• Experience supervising professional staff.
• Experience managing advising operations and service delivery.
• Experience leading advisor onboarding, coaching, and professional development.
• Experience managing advising communications and outreach strategies.
• Experience implementing organizational improvements and operational efficiencies.

Job Description:
At Texas State University, we believe academic advising is more than choosing classes. Academic advising is a collaborative, ongoing relationship that supports students as they explore their path, clarify their goals, navigate challenges, and prepare for their future.
The Assistant Director of Academic Advising provides leadership, mentorship, management, and operational oversight for an academic advising center, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, holistic, proactive, and student-centered advising services that support academic success from onboarding through graduation. Reporting to the Director, the Assistant Director supervises and develops professional advising staff, oversees daily advising operations, and works collaboratively with campus partners to advance academic success, persistence, retention, and degree completion goals.

Job Duties:
Leadership and Supervision

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance management for Academic Advisor I's and II's.
• Train and onboard new advisors in collaboration with the Program Specialist, Advising Recruitment and Training Initiatives to ensure consistency in advising philosophy, policies, and practices.
• Conduct regular staff evaluations and support the advising profession through ongoing development and training.
• Foster a collaborative, supportive, and accountability-driven advising team culture.

Advising Operations Management

• Coordinate daily operations of the academic advising center.
• Ensure efficient student flow, caseload distribution, and service delivery.
• Monitor advising workflows to ensure timely and accurate student support.
• Support implementation of advising policies, procedures, and institutional initiatives.

Academic Success and Advising Practice

• Support the implementation of holistic and proactive advising models that address academic, personal, and career development needs.
• Assist in the development and refinement of advising interventions for at-risk or high-need student populations.
• Collaborate with campus partners to address student barriers to retention and completion.
• Ensure advising practices are student-centered, congruent, and anticipatory.

Strategic Planning and Assessment

• Assist the Director in developing and executing strategic goals for the advising center.
• Contribute to assessment efforts including data collection, reporting, and analysis of academic success outcomes.
• Use data to inform continuous improvement in advising practices and student support strategies.
• Support accreditation, program review, and institutional reporting processes.

Collaboration and Campus Engagement

• Work closely with academic departments, faculty, and student support services to enhance advising effectiveness.
• Represent the advising unit on campus committees, task forces, and working groups as assigned.
• Promote a culture of shared responsibility for academic success across the institution.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager, Strategic Advising Initiatives & Operations

Technology and Systems

• Support the effective use of advising and student information systems for tracking, reporting, and student engagement.
• Ensure advisors are trained and competent in the use of institutional platforms and tools.
• Assist in the development of technological solutions that enhance advising efficiency and student access.

Additional Information to Applicants:
You will be required to attach:

1. Resume/CV
2. A grammatically correct, well-written cover letter specifically addressing how your qualifications meet each of the qualifications listed in this posting
3. One letter of recommendation

Job Open Date: 10/12/2026
Job Close Date: 10/28/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:


Legal and Required Notices:
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

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About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.


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