"Advisor II, School Partnerships"

Job Details

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

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces... Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-University Park

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester... Location address is 20515 SH 249 (TX 249 and Louetta Road), Houston, TX 77070.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Advisor II, School Partnerships 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. Monitors, tracks, and reports progress on a cohort group, such as EDUC students including success, retention, and completion rates
5. Assists students in creating their MEP (My Educational Plan) and advises students on course prerequisites, co-requisites, and recommended course sequence
6. Educates and provides students with information on resources and services available at the campus/center
7. Reviews degree plans for students, approves/denies their requests to graduate, and processes student registration repeals
8. Develops workshops, information sessions, recruitment events, etc. and advises students on employment opportunities in their field of study
9. May work with local school districts on advising CTE (career technical education), dual credit, tech prep, and potential students
10. Maintains collaboration with the general Advising Department to ensure consistency in advising practices
11. 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

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items... No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards
• Will be required to travel to schools in our service area

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of 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
• Experience in the K-12 setting, preferably in counseling or teaching

Salary

Hiring salary range is $44,793 - $51,512.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment...

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How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

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