University of Houston System
Academic Success Coordinator I, CST Advising Center
University of Houston System, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Department: Academic Advising
Salary: $43,001.04
Job Summary
The Academic Success Coordinator I provides proactive and holistic academic and career advising to prospective, new, transfer, continuing, and re-admitted students in assigned caseload.
Duties
Provides academic advising to all new and returning students and develops individualized programs of study for each student Creates official degree plans for current students and meets with prospective students to help provide unofficial academic planning Advises students in career exploration, networking, and job-seeking strategies and promotes career fairs for internships and job searches Provides preliminary evaluation of transcripts and submits articulation requests for the respective college Serves as a student advocate and assists students by making appropriate referrals to financial aid, Student Business Services, Learning Support, Counseling Services, and other campus services Maintains continuous communication with students via email, telephone, and in-person. Runs communication campaigns in venues, such as EAB, and supports efforts with the Early Alert, and Mid-term grades for assigned caseload Trains students on how to use advising tools, degree audits, and course prerequisites, and serves students on academic probation Supports retention and timely graduation efforts for the college and UHD students Assists with First Time in College (FTIC) and transfer orientation sessions Participates in on-campus recruitment and registration activities with Houston area community colleges, high schools, and community events Contributes to advising, graduation, and career workshops/events as a co-facilitator Participates, attends, and assists with pre-commencement and commencement ceremonies/activities Maintains a strong, positive, and collaborative relationship with the College leadership, Enrollment Management, and Faculty Marginal Duties
Performs all other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports:
None Delegation of Work:
N/A Supervision Given:
N/A Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree Required Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year in academic advising or student support experience within higher education License/Certification:
None required Preferred Qualifications
None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge:
Knowledge of trends, issues, and accepted practices relevant to the position Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills, and proven experience working with students, parents, faculty, and staff Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office Word, Excel, and Outlook) Abilities:
Strong ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary student service Proven ability to work with higher education software systems, analyze data, produce reports, and implement systems to monitor and manage staff productivity Commitment to serving a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body Work Location and Physical Demands
Primary Work Location:
Works in an office environment or at off campus locations for recruitment and advising events Physical Demands:
Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements Position is physically comfortable; individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks Typical work occurs during business hours Monday through Friday however this position may require flexible hours as needed to include evenings and weekends serving students in virtual, on-, and off-campus Complies with all UHD and UH system policies and procedures
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.
Salary: $43,001.04
Job Summary
The Academic Success Coordinator I provides proactive and holistic academic and career advising to prospective, new, transfer, continuing, and re-admitted students in assigned caseload.
Duties
Provides academic advising to all new and returning students and develops individualized programs of study for each student Creates official degree plans for current students and meets with prospective students to help provide unofficial academic planning Advises students in career exploration, networking, and job-seeking strategies and promotes career fairs for internships and job searches Provides preliminary evaluation of transcripts and submits articulation requests for the respective college Serves as a student advocate and assists students by making appropriate referrals to financial aid, Student Business Services, Learning Support, Counseling Services, and other campus services Maintains continuous communication with students via email, telephone, and in-person. Runs communication campaigns in venues, such as EAB, and supports efforts with the Early Alert, and Mid-term grades for assigned caseload Trains students on how to use advising tools, degree audits, and course prerequisites, and serves students on academic probation Supports retention and timely graduation efforts for the college and UHD students Assists with First Time in College (FTIC) and transfer orientation sessions Participates in on-campus recruitment and registration activities with Houston area community colleges, high schools, and community events Contributes to advising, graduation, and career workshops/events as a co-facilitator Participates, attends, and assists with pre-commencement and commencement ceremonies/activities Maintains a strong, positive, and collaborative relationship with the College leadership, Enrollment Management, and Faculty Marginal Duties
Performs all other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports:
None Delegation of Work:
N/A Supervision Given:
N/A Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree Required Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year in academic advising or student support experience within higher education License/Certification:
None required Preferred Qualifications
None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge:
Knowledge of trends, issues, and accepted practices relevant to the position Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills, and proven experience working with students, parents, faculty, and staff Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office Word, Excel, and Outlook) Abilities:
Strong ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary student service Proven ability to work with higher education software systems, analyze data, produce reports, and implement systems to monitor and manage staff productivity Commitment to serving a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body Work Location and Physical Demands
Primary Work Location:
Works in an office environment or at off campus locations for recruitment and advising events Physical Demands:
Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements Position is physically comfortable; individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks Typical work occurs during business hours Monday through Friday however this position may require flexible hours as needed to include evenings and weekends serving students in virtual, on-, and off-campus Complies with all UHD and UH system policies and procedures
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.