Assistant Director, Academic Advising & Programs

IMDiversity; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Rice University in Houston, TX, seeks an Assistant Director of Academic Advising to support students in exploring opportunities, setting goals, and creating plans across disciplines.

This role emphasizes developmental advising, collaborates with faculty and offices, and may lead in health professions advising; hybrid in-office and remote during standard hours.

Responsibilities include training advisors, supporting Orientation Week, and contributing to advising program assessment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 2+ years in student services/academic affairs.
• Experience may not be substituted for education.
• Excellent communication and collaborative abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and engagement opportunities for faculty advisors and peers.
• Assist with advising committees through data collection and assessment.
• Advise undergraduate students across diverse interests.
• Support Orientation Week programming.
• Prepare presentations for administrators and students.
• Research best practices in academic advising.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independence

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Rice University in Houston, TX, seeks an Assistant Director of Academic Advising to support students in exploring opportunities, setting goals, and creating plans across disciplines.

This role emphasizes developmental advising, collaborates with faculty and offices, and may lead in health professions advising; hybrid in-office and remote during standard hours.

Responsibilities include training advisors, supporting Orientation Week, and contributing to advising program assessment.