Academic Analyst

Lubbock

40544BR

Honors College

Position Description

Analyzes and coordinates student records to ensure degree plan accuracy.

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.

Major/Essential Functions

• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, campus policies, and administrative regulations.
• Assist in analyzing student data and reports focused on new or ongoing initiatives.
• Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to advising.
• Review transcripts and other data to ensure students meet graduation requirements; including degree audits for Honors graduation.
• Prepare reports on students as required by administration.
• Assist with appropriate communication with students, faculty, etc. and documentation gathering to resolve referrals for student cases.
• Assist with Honors College events, including convocation and Medallion ceremonies.
• Assist in the coordination of the Honors College Medallion ceremony.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; one year related experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

*Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and high degree of openness to new approaches and new ideas.
* Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
* Knowledge of FERPA and ethical principles in working with students.
*Experience working with degree audits and/or advising.
*Experience working with Honors College students, staff and/or faculty.
*Fluency with technology (including experience with Banner, PeopleSoft, DegreeWorks, etc.)
* Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations; ability to use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements.

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

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

17.77

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

None

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

M-F (10am-2pm); schedule can be flexible

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, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Air Force Specialty Code

3A1X1

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

42L, 42E

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

0111, 0101

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

1802, 641X