Academic Advisor 2 (Finance)
Department: Accounting Certificate Program Salary: 43,000 - 48,900
Description:
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.
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.
Additional Posting Information:
This position works in the Department of Accountancy & Taxation at the C. T. Bauer College of Business. This position engages with students to advise them on academic requirements for degree progress, course selection, policies, procedures, and resources based on an assessment of individual student needs.
Successful candidates will have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, work well under pressure, consistently meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects while remaining flexible and positive. This will require exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Further, successful candidates will effectively communicate with all levels of management and fellow employees and be able to manage multiple employer relationships.
Position includes the following responsibilities but not limited to:
• Advise students for both online and traditional/in-person graduate accounting programs.
• Manage a high work volume with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Process academic forms and letters for a graduate accounting program.
• Plan and execute events such as orientation, mixers, graduation, etc.
• Assist with Bauer convocation each Fall and Spring semester
• Assist with recruitment events such as open house, new student socials, etc.
• Be adaptable to change, as constant improvements are being made in advising.
The hours for this position are Monday through Friday 8am-5pm with the potential for certain days to be 9am-6pm. Occasional travel and special events may occur outside of the normal business working hours, including some Saturdays. As much advance notice as possible will be given.
Preferences: Experience in/with academic advising for graduate students.
Notes to Applicant: Please include full work history on resume.
Required Attachments: Cover Letter, Resume
Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
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 an Equal Opportunity Institution.
