What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Academic Advisor position at Sam Houston State University?
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202500087S
Title
Associate Academic Advisor
FLSA status
Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category
Technical/Para-Professional
Department
SAM Center
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Open Date
03/20/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor’s degree in related field. Three years of experience in academic advising, customer service, administrative experience or experience in a related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Serves as Associate Academic Advisor to students and helps design programs relevant to students in their academic pursuits.
Primary Responsibilities
Advises enrolled and prospective students regarding academic programs and curriculum. Maintains student files updated through their academic careers and makes changes to records as necessary. Provides retention advising to students on probation. Assists with resolving academic issues. Assists with coordinating orientation sessions for groups of incoming students. Coordinates recruiting activities. Represents department at recruiting sessions in high schools, community colleges, hospitals and other employer sponsored education fairs. Provides group presentations about educational opportunities within their department. Analyzes and processes degree plans and degree exceptions. Acts as a liaison among students, faculty, and university constituents. Helps train new advisors and assists faculty advisors. Interprets university policies and procedures and curriculum to students, faculty, and administration. Communicates advising programs and services to students in individual settings or group presentations. Helps prepare reports when needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Position is in-person in Huntsville, TX.
Other Specifications
Requires regular contacts with students, faculty, staff and administrators. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Up to 20% of this position, over the fiscal year during off-peak periods, may be performed remotely as determined by the supervisor.
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/42905
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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