Academic Advisor 2 - Institute Global Engagement
About The Position
Provides information to and advises both enrolled and prospective students regarding the academic programs offered by the University or a specific department, including requirements for admission and retention through graduation; may coordinate the work of entry level academic advisors. This posting is for a Learning Abroad Advisor position housed within the Learning Abroad office in the Office of the Provost at the University of Houston. The primary purpose of this position is to support and advance the University's faculty-led Learning Abroad programs and advise students from the Bauer College of Business, the Cullen College of Engineering, and the Honors College. The Learning Abroad Advisor position is responsible for recruiting, advising, and supporting students and faculty participating in Learning Abroad programs. This includes managing the faculty-led program cycle within Terra Dotta, maintaining student rosters, coordinating with faculty program leaders, and assisting with scholarship information sessions and pre-departure orientations. The Advisor also contributes to Learning Abroad's broader initiatives, events, and advising support. Please visit www.uh.edu/learningabroad to learn more about the position and Learning Abroad.
Requirements
- Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.
- Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.
- Cover letter delineating the manner in which your work experience applies to the posting.
- Resume
- Salary History
- Complete UH application
- Three work references. The hiring department expects you to name current or past supervisors.
- All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience advising for Learning Abroad or study abroad programs.
- Experience supporting or coordinating faculty-led study abroad programs.
- Experience using Terra Dotta or similar international education management software.
- Experience conducting outreach and recruitment for international programs.
- Experience studying, working, or living abroad.
- Spanish language proficiency preferred.
- Experience advising for the Gilman International Scholarship or similar national awards.
Responsibilities
- Advises enrolled and prospective students regarding academic programs and curriculums.
- Analyzes and processes degree plans, graduation applications, grade change forms, and general petitions.
- Maintains student files updated throughout their academic careers and makes changes to records as necessary.
- Analyzes and processes requests for readmission from academic suspension, as well as financial aid reinstatements; provides retention services for students on probation.
- May assist in conducting orientation sessions for groups of incoming new students.
- May assist in recruiting high school and community college students and may make presentations at special events.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
