Academic Advisor, Office of Student Services

Texas Southern University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University is seeking an Academic Advisor in the Office of Student Services. This role supports students from admission to graduation by guiding major selection and the courses that align with their chosen path.

Under the supervision of the Assistant Dean, the advisor facilitates appeals, coordinates interviews, evaluates transcripts, and works with multiple campus offices on graduation and registration matters. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master’s is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
• More than three years of related experience in higher education academic advising.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Advises and assists students with selection of major and classes.
• Processes academic suspension/probation appeals.
• Works with the Office of Student Services, TSU Registrar, and other campus offices on related matters such as graduation applications, registration, commencement, etc.
• Coordinates interviews for program candidates.
• Transcripts evaluations of incoming students.
• Attends and participates in college/university recruiting events.
• Attends and participates in college/university student outreach and ceremonies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posting Details

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?

Yes

Hours of Work

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number

TSU203811

Official TSU Title

Academic Advisor, Office of Student Services

Grant Title

N/A

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

Under the supervision of the Assistant Dean, Office of StudentServices, is responsible to assist students from admission tograduation by advising on the selection of major and the subsequentclasses that align with chosen major.

Essential Duties Summary

• Advises and assist students with selection of major andclasses.
• Processes academic suspension/probation appeals.
• Works with the Office of Student Services, TSU Registrar, andother campus offices on related matters such as graduationapplications, registration, commencement, etc.
• Coordinates interviews for program candidates.
• Transcripts evaluations of incoming students.
• Attends and participates in college/university recruitingevents.
• Attends and participates in college/university student,outreach and special events and ceremonies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range

$45,486.69 - $57,995.53

Education

Bachelor’s degree. Master’s Degree preferred.

Required Licensing/Certification

Valid Texas Driver’s License preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Multiple disciplines and serves as an ultimate subject matterexpert in several professional disciplines and is the “go-to”expert on principles, methods and procedures.
• Requires seasoned skills in the job function or professionaldiscipline; performs more complex but expected work for a fullycompetent incumbent in the function or discipline; demonstrates anunderstanding of most work routines, rules, procedures andoperations; may give advice to other, less experienced positions orprovide technical leadership to job classifications performingsimilar work.
• Technical and functional principles and procedures.
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.

Skill in:

• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Strong time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

• Prepare detailed reports.
• Create methods and approaches to handle unique situations.
• Work independently.
• Advise and communicate effectively.

Work Experience

More than three (3) years of related experience higher educationacademic advising.

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Prolonged standing and/or walking.
• Handling light weight objects.
• Using or carrying equipment.

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a workenvironment that is free from discrimination for all personsregardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protectedveteran status in its programs, activities, admissions oremployment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictlyobserved in all University employment-related activities such asadvertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employmenttraining, compensation, promotion, termination, and employmentbenefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment anddiscrimination in employment based on race, color, religion,gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin,individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protectedveteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance withthe provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws,including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil RightsAct.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close Date

10/15/2026

Open Until Filled (overrides close field)

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree? Master's degree preferred.
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • None of the above
2. * Do you have more than three (3) years of related experiencein higher education academic advising?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have experience using Microsoft Office Professional orsimilar applications?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Reference Letter 1
3. Reference Letter 2
4. Reference Letter 3