Academic Advisor 2 - (STA006991)

Provides information to, and advises both enrolled and prospective students regarding the academic programs offered by the University or a specific department, including requirements for admission and retention through graduation; may coordinate the work of entry level academic advisors.

1. Advises enrolled and prospective students regarding academic programs and curriculums.
2. Analyzes and processes degree plans, graduation applications, grade change forms, and general petitions.
3. Maintains student files updated throughout their academic careers and makes changes to records as necessary.
4. Analyzes and processes requests for readmission from academic suspension, as well as financial aid reinstatements; provides retention services for students on probation.
5. May assist in conducting orientation sessions for groups of incoming new students.
6. May assist in recruiting high school and community college students and may make presentations at special events.
7. Performs other job related duties as assigned.

EEO/AA

Qualifications :

Bachelors and 3 years experience

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.

Additional Job Posting Information:

This position is housed in the C.T. Bauer College of Business Graduate and Professional Programs department. Responsibilities include:

• Working closely with the team of the Bauer College by maintaining key relationships with faculty, staff and students
• Advising students on curriculum and degree requirements
• Effectively communicating with faculty
• Occasional travel, evenings and weekends around the Greater Houston area %5C

Applicants must be able to sufficiently carry out all required tasks daily from a home office until the department goes back to working on-site. .

PeopleSoft experience preferred.

Willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

Notes to Applicant: Occasional travel and special events may occur outside of the normal business working hours including some evenings and Saturdays. As much advance notice as possible will be given.