Advisor II, Special Programs

Lone Star College

Texas

On-site

USD 45,000 - 52,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Tuition waiver

Wellness programs

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lone Star College is seeking an Advisor II, Special Programs to serve as the first point of contact for students, providing academic advising on degree planning, course selection, and enrollment. The role supports international students and coordinates with college relations for transfer events.

The advisor will monitor cohorts, help students develop their My Educational Plan, review degree plans, and assist with job readiness via resumes and cover letters, while representing the college

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience.
Experience in higher education preferred.
Experience assisting students who have barriers with their educational success.

Responsibilities

Advises students on degree requirements and proper course selection.
Monitors progress and reports on cohort success, retention and completion.
Coordinates transfer events with colleges and universities.
Advises and assists students in creating résumés and cover letters.
Supports international students with immigration guidance and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Office software

Attention to detail

Student relations

Prioritization

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree and 3+ years experience

Job description

Commitment to Mission

At Lone Star College System, every employee contributes to our mission of providing transformational educational opportunities that help individuals get from where they are to where they want to be. Guided by our vision to lead higher education through high-quality, affordable, and innovative learning opportunities, employees are expected to exemplify professionalism, integrity, accountability, and collaboration.

Through our One LSC Philosophy, we deliver excellent and uniform customer service, providing consistent information, and uniformly helping every student regardless of physical location, modality, college, campus, center, or medium.

This commitment supports Lone Star College's strategic goals:

Opportunity through financial resilience
Leading in academic excellence
Strength in culture and talent development
Connections through bridges of prosperity

Great Colleges to Work For

Lone Star College System is proud to be recognized as a Great Colleges to Work For institution by The Chronicle of Higher Education. This recognition reflects our commitment to creating an organizational culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-North Harris

With 100,000 students and counting, Lone Star College System provides transformational educational opportunities that help individuals get from where they are to where they want to be. The two-year institution is training tomorrow's workforce today, offering more than 200 degrees and certification programs that empower students to take the next step.

Lone Star College System has eight main campuses and more than 20 locations in the Houston area. Learn more at LoneStar.edu .

Lone Star College-North Harris, nestled on 200 acres of piney woods, is the original college in the Lone Star College System family. Serving the community for more than 50 years, LSC-North Harris offers more than 60 programs of study, including university-transfer and numerous education courses and programs. LSC-North Harris is keenly focused on leading-edge technology in emerging technical job fields.

The address is 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, Houston, TX 77073. All applicants must reside in Texas.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Advisor II, Special Programs serves as the first point of contact and resource in meeting with, advising and tracking students' academic progress in connection with degree completion. Position provides academic advice and direction to students on degree planning, program requirements, course selection and enrollment, and schedule building. Educates students on LSC's policies and state & federal rules as they relate to them. Represents Lone Star College (LSC) internally and externally.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

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
Communicates and coordinates with College Relations and universities to schedule transfer events for students
Monitors, tracks and reports progress on a cohort group of 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
Advises and assists students in creating and developing resumes and cover letters
Advisors of International students will advise on immigration issues, ensures college compliance with all immigration procedures/regulations, and provides admission advice and counsel to International students. They will also collaborate with the Office of International Programs in the planning and implementation of college wide policies and procedures
Serves as a member or chair of various committees/meetings, such as Graduation, Veteran's Luncheon, All Male Summit, Female Summit, Open House, New Student Orientation, etc.
Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Excellent communication and organizational skills
Proficiency with common office software
Strong attention to accuracy and detail for tracking student success and student educational plans
Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of students
Ability to prioritize duties
High level of customer service

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

The environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as classrooms, offices, meeting and training rooms, and libraries, College-owned vehicles. This requires use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working in higher education
Experience assisting students who have unique barriers with their educational success

Salary

Hiring salary range is $44,793 - $51,511

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.