Description:
Academic Advisor II
$43,000-$48,900
Provides comprehensive advising to a diverse student population
with moderate independence. Handles more complex cases and supports
student success initiatives.
1. Advises students on academic planning and degree completion
strategies, as well as academic progress concerns (probation,
retention).
2. Analyzes degree audits and recommends solutions.
3. Identifies at-risk students and develops intervention
plans.
4. Participates in recruitment, advising workshops, and
outreach.
5. Collaborates with faculty and departments on student
issues.
6. Maintains caseload of students and tracks outcomes.
7. Processes Veteran's Administration paperwork, writes graduation
verification letters, and provides financial aid appeals.
8. May assist in recruiting high school and community college
students and may make presentations at special events.
9. Performs other job-related duties as required.
MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and
practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional
discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional
discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained
through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college
or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training
program that is directly related to the type of work being
performed. Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly
job-related experience.
Academic Advisor III
$49,400-$56,200
1. Provides advanced advising for complex academic plans (double
majors, transfer credits), as well as students in academic distress
or special populations.
2. Designs and implements student success programs and retention
strategies.
3. Trains and mentors Academic Advisor 1 & 2 staff.
4. Interprets and applies university policies with
discretion.
5. Analyzes advising data and recommends improvements.
6. Serves as liaison between academic departments and advising
center.
7. Performs other job-related duties as required.
MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and
practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional
discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional
discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained
through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college
or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training
program that is directly related to the type of work being
performed. Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly
job-related experience.
- Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of
education.
Additional Duties:
Responsible for the day-to-day advising in Undergraduate Student
Success, to include academic advising, planning and implementing
New Student Orientation, and other related duties.
The ideal candidate for this position should possess the
following:
• Experience in a University setting, preferably in an academic
advising office.
• Ability to take initiative, multi-task, problem solve, exercise
excellent judgment, demonstrate critical thinking skills, and adapt
to shifting priorities in a diverse setting.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with experience
working effectively with both internal staff and external
partners.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under
deadlines.
• Ability to organize and monitor multiple initiatives
concurrently.
• Ability to clearly interpret and implement policies and
procedures.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Campus Solutions, and EAB
Navigate.
The following documents are required:
• Cover letter delineating the manner in which your work experience
applies to the posting.
• Resume
• Salary History
• Transcript
• Three work references. The hiring department expects you to name
current or past supervisors.
NOTE: We will maintain your confidentiality and notify you in
advance of making contact with any of your references. References
will be contacted only after the interviewing process has been
completed.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
