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Academic Advisor - Dallas/Fort Worth, TX Metro Area

Indiana Wesleyan University -
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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Experience working with post-secondary students
Bachelor's degree
Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Video conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Job no: 495209
Work type: Administrative (Full Time)
Location: Texas, Remote (within United States), Other
Categories: Academic Advising/Academic Support

Job Title: Academic Advisor

Reporting Relationship: Director of Advising, Department of Learner Success

Unit: National & Global

Department: Learner Success - IWU National & Global

Campus Location: Online/Remote (This position will require the candidate to live in or near the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas metro area.)

Summary of Position: Provides Academic Advising and other student support services for online and onsite National & Global students as they pursue various degree and certificate programs. Services provided include: academic advising, planning and scheduling out courses to degree completion, acting as a student advocate; assisting students with all academic needs related to completing their degree, and developing means of communication and support to students.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide a high level of individual and general student care
- Engage students by individual and group contacts via various methods: in-person, phone, email, video conferencing, instant chat, classroom visits, blogs, and other means
- Problem-solve as needed when students encounter issues and problems that present roadblocks in their academic pursuits
- Collaborate with other divisions of the university such as financial aid and accounting when needed to resolve issues
- Advocate for students when appropriate
- Notice common student needs and develop appropriate supports and activities to proactively assist students
- Refer students to supportive services such as tutoring services, career development, pastoral care, personal counseling, etc.
Assist students in developing an academic plan for completion of their desired degree or certificate
- Maintain generalist knowledge of all aspects of National & Global programs to help students with questions and issues regarding facilitators, curriculum, attendance, financial aid, accounting, and fulfillment of academic requirements
- Be proficient in the use of various databases found in the university student information system in order to access needed student information
- Work with each student to develop a written degree completion plan
- Assist bachelor students in scheduling out core and elective classes to degree completion in order to meet Department of Education guidelines for financial aid and to maximize their aid
Actively work to retain students
- Work individually with students admitted or placed on probation or who are suspended
- Assist students who are at-risk
- Counsel students prior to their withdrawal from classes or core programs to discuss options for continuing education and to help the university increase retention of students
Contribute to the work of various committees and task forces as assigned
Work cooperatively with other personnel within the assigned Education Center to provide cohesive services to students attending classes at the center
Maintain appropriate records
- Document contacts with students
- Maintain accurate records in university student information system of student’s plans for degree completion to be used by Financial Aid and Accounting to determine financial aid eligibility
Attend and assist at graduations on the Marion campus
Demonstrate a Christian worldview and uphold the university's Christ-centered mission while interacting with students

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Experience

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
Previous experience in higher education preferred

Required Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to a Christ-centered educational climate
Ability to problem-solve student academic issues in a timely manner
Ability to work accurately and be detail oriented
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
Empathetic and caring attitude toward adult students and their needs
Computer skills
Analytical thinking skills
Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality requirements
Ability to multi-task
Ability to be flexible in an ever-changing Higher Education environment

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Advertised: 18 Aug 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 20 Sep 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time

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