Provides individual, one-on-one academic advising to students
on degree requirements and proper course selection
Provides guidance and assistance to students to ensure smooth
transition to 4 year institutions
Communicates and coordinates with College Relations and
universities to schedule transfer events for students
Monitors, tracks and reports progress on a cohort group of
students including success, retention, and completion rates
Assists students in creating their MEP (My Educational Plan)
and advises students on course prerequisites, co-requisites, and
recommended course sequence
Educates and provides students with information on resources
and services available at the campus/center
Reviews degree plans for students, approves/denies their
requests to graduate, and processes student registration
repeals
Develops workshops, information sessions, recruitment events,
etc. and advises students on employment opportunities in their
field of study
May work with local school districts on advising CTE (career
technical education), dual credit, tech prep, and potential
students
Advises and assists students in creating and developing resumes
and cover letters
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. They will also collaborate with the
Office of International Programs in the planning and implementation
of college wide policies and procedures
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.
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, such as papers, books, or small parts; or
driving an automobile. 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
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Work experience in a higher education setting
- Experience working with students who have unique barriers and
experience in assisting these students with their educational
success
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate is $25.22.
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, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver,
participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.
Special Instructions
Go to the Job Search page, click on ‘My Activities’ at the top of
the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on
‘Add Attachment.’ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title
once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached
your cover letter with your resume.
If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty,
Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the
following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching
Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.
You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters
or less.
How to Apply
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY
We will not accept application material received via fax, email,
mail, or hand delivered.
Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the
academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on
your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication
regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).
If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by
phone, or email to schedule an interview.
Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which
Lone Star College provides the federal government with information
from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is
authorized to work in the United States.
More information on the E-Verify program is available at
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are
subject to a criminal background check.
