Advisor II, School Partnerships — Student Success Catalyst

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star College-University Park in Houston area is seeking an Advisor II, School Partnerships to serve as the first point of contact for students and guide them through degree planning, course selection and enrollment.

You will educate students on college policies, track progress, help with My Educational Plan, and collaborate with the Advising Department to ensure consistent advising practices. Travel to service area and campus events may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in higher education
• Experience assisting students who have unique barriers with their educational success
• Experience in the K-12 setting, preferably in counseling or teaching

Responsibilities

• Serves as the designated campus Advisor to students in all areas pertaining to their academic progress with Lone Star College
• 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
• Monitors, tracks, and reports progress on a cohort group, such as EDUC 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
• Maintains collaboration with the general Advising Department to ensure consistency in advising practices
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Student-focused

Prioritization

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Lone Star College-University Park in Houston area is seeking an Advisor II, School Partnerships to serve as the first point of contact for students and guide them through degree planning, course selection and enrollment.

You will educate students on college policies, track progress, help with My Educational Plan, and collaborate with the Advising Department to ensure consistent advising practices. Travel to service area and campus events may be required.