Advisor

Lubbock

41213BR

Kinesiology and Sport Management

Position Description

Advises individuals and provides guidance services. This title will require an extended, descriptive title.

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

• Advise undergraduate students (and parents) in person and through zoom on their major/ minor and courses required in the KSM dept. along with answering questions. Work collaboratively as a successful and respectful team in fulfilling all job functions.
• Prepare and present orientations for University Day and Red raider orientations. Attend training classes and meetings in person and through zoom. Work collaboratively as a successful and respectful team in fulfilling all job functions.
• Prepares and updates all Kinesiology and Sport Management tracks, degree plans, prerequisites and degree audits and process overrides with instructors' permission. Work collaboratively as a successful and respectful team in fulfilling all job functions.

Required Qualifications

High school graduation or the equivalent plus five (5) years progressively responsible experience in a related area. Additional job related education may substitute for required experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to provide good customer service and get along with every coworker.
• Proficient in typing, multi-task and computer friendly

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

Special Instructions to Applicants

Selected applicants will be called in for an interview.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

17.09

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 8:00am - 5:00pm

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Information and Records Clerks

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

8R000, 83R0, 8A100

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

79R, 79T, 79S, 79V

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

8411, 4801, 4821, 8412

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

3766, 9587, 2199