Assistant Academic Advisor (Remote)

Sam Houston State University • Huntsville, TX

351d • Remote

About The Position

Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging. SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Two years of experience in academic advising, customer service, administrative experience or experience in a related field.
• A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Responsibilities

• Advises enrolled and prospective students regarding their academic program and curriculum.
• Maintains student files throughout their academic career and makes changes to records as necessary.
• Provides retention advice to students on probation.
• Assists with resolving academic issues.
• Assists with coordinating orientation sessions for groups of incoming new students.
• May give presentations to small or large groups.
• Analyzes and processes degree plans and degree exceptions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Superior benefit package
• Competitive salaries
• Flexible work environment fostering work/life balance
• Programs that support a healthy work-life balance
• Professional development opportunities with educational assistance and dependent assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree