Part-Time Advisor II, Online Administration

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE :

The PT Advisor II 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 :

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 :

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $25.22

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work / life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.

Special Instructions

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You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.

How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov / E-Verify.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

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