Lubbock

37359BR

Pre Professional Health Care

Position Description

Performs Academic Advising, educational, professional, or other advanced Academic Advising or training at the individual or group level as appropriate. Responsibilities may include assisting in the analysis of special and/or complex problems. May supervise Academic Advisors or other employees. Performance is based on individual advising effectiveness and overall program results obtained. Work is performed under standard supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and/or College

We here at Pre-Professional Health Careers want to help Red Raiders successfully enter the exciting professional world of healthcare. The most sought-after jobs in these growing fields involve education beyond high school, many requiring education beyond a four-year college degree. We are here to help students explore these interesting possibilities, to connect them with the opportunities and resources to become a competitive and compelling applicant for the professional programs to which they will eventually apply, and to navigate with them through the responsibilities and challenges that come along the way.

Major/Essential Functions

• Provides advanced academic, educational, and career advising for all students, fostering lasting and beneficial relationships.
• Participates in college and university efforts to recruit, retain, and graduate a diverse and successful student body, while evaluating and contributing to departmental efforts of same.
• Maintains communication with student populations and partners via appropriate channels, initiating and sharing as needed.
• Pursues and provides accurate information when issues arise, anticipates problems, identifies patterns, and analyses options for optimum potential outcomes.
• Adopts ongoing quality improvements at the college and university levels, and contributes directly to departmental improvements.
• Leads by example through strategic participation in professional development and activities, both on campus and off.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required, plus one year relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree, plus two or more years of relevant experience preferred.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Recommendation/Referral, Transcript

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

18.48

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

Typically M-F, 8-5, may vary and/or include Weekends during peak advising times/summer orientation

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Academic Support Professionals

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.