Advisor II

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-North Harris
Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Location address is 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, Houston, TX 77073.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Advisor II serves as the first point of contact and resource in meeting with, advising and tracking students' academic progress in connection with degree completion. Position provides academic advice and direction to students on degree planning, program requirements, course selection and enrollment, and schedule building. Educates students on LSC's policies and state & federal rules as they relate to them. Represents Lone Star College (LSC) internally and externally.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Serves as the designated campus Advisor to students in all areas pertaining to their academic progress with Lone Star College
2. Provides individual, one-on-one academic advising to students on degree requirements and proper course selection
3. Provides guidance and assistance to students to ensure smooth transition to 4 year institutions
4. Communicates and coordinates with College Relations and universities to schedule transfer events for students
5. Monitors, tracks and reports progress on a cohort group of students including success, retention, and completion rates
6. Assists students in creating their MEP (My Educational Plan) and advises students on course prerequisites, co-requisites, and recommended course sequence
7. Educates and provides students with information on resources and services available at the campus/center
8. Reviews degree plans for students, approves/denies their requests to graduate, and processes student registration repeals
9. Develops workshops, information sessions, recruitment events, etc. and advises students on employment opportunities in their field of study
10. May work with local school districts on advising CTE (career technical education), dual credit, tech prep, and potential students
11. Advises and assists students in creating and developing resumes and cover letters
12. Advisors of International students will advise on immigration issues, ensures college compliance with all immigration procedures/regulations, and provides admission advice and counsel to International students.
13. Serves as a member or chair of various committees/meetings, such as Graduation, Veteran's Luncheon, All Male Summit, Female Summit, Open House, New Student Orientation, etc.
14. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency with common office software
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail for tracking student success and student educational plans
• Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of students
• Ability to prioritize duties
• High level of customer service

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in higher education
• Experience assisting students who have unique barriers with their educational success