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Senior Academic Advisor - Transfer Academic Advisor

Employer
Sam Houston State University
Location
Huntsville, TX

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Administrative Jobs
Student Affairs, Academic Advising
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Posting Details

Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition 201800310S Title Senior Academic Advisor - Transfer Academic Advisor FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary<br /><br/><a href=http://www.shsu.edu/dept/human-resources/payplan/documents/Pay%20Grade%20Table%202017.pdf>SHSU Salary Table</a>

$3,958 – $4,568 per month

Occupational Category Professional Department SAM Center Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in related field; Master’s degree preferred. Four years of experience in Academic Advising or experience in a related field. Experience working in a community college setting strongly preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position

The Transfer Academic Advisor works with students at community colleges and The Woodlands Center to provide information and facilitate students’ successful transfer to Sam Houston State University. The Transfer Academic Advisor helps pre-transfer students identify and develop educational goals, explore degree options, analyze degree requirements, understand how transfer credits apply, determine best course options, and map transfer and graduation timelines. The Transfer Academic Advisor assists students with basic questions regarding admissions, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities

Advises prospective and accepted students regarding their SHSU degree programs and curriculum. Assists prospective students by meeting with them and discussing course choices at their home institution and SHSU. Provides pre-matriculation advising. Travels to feeder school campuses or satellite campuses to advise students. Maintains updated student files throughout their academic careers and makes changes to records as necessary. Assists students with resolving academic issues. Plans and/or attends community college or University events (i.e., Open House, Transfer Fridays, etc.) related to fostering an integrated partnership in the best interest of students. Assists with the review and maintenance of up-to-date articulation guides. Develops expertise in fields of study and monitors changes in curriculum that affects transfer students. Assists with or coordinates orientation sessions for groups of incoming new students. Assists with or conducts recruiting of high school or community college students and gives presentations to small or large groups. Analyzes and processes degree plans and degree exceptions. Assists all student populations, regardless of field of study. May provide retention advice to students on probation. May help with training new advisors. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Regular contact with students, parents, faculty, and staff.

This position is located at The Woodlands Center.

This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Full Time Part Time Full Time Quicklink http://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/20924 EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

Applicant Documents Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Letter of Recommendation 1
  4. Letter of Recommendation 2
  5. Letter of Recommendation 3
Optional Documents
    Screening Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    1. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
      • Yes
      • No
    2. * How did you learn about this position?
      • The Chronicle of Higher Education
      • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
      • HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities
      • HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
      • The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
      • Association for Women in Science
      • TWC - Work in Texas
      • Inside Higher Ed
      • Higher Ed Jobs
      • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
      • SHSU Website
      • SHSU Employee
      • Other
    3. If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source.

      (Open Ended Question)

    Organization

    About Sam Houston State University

    For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 22,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.

    SHSU is an inclusive institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.

    Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges the university's significant commitment to service.

    Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston. 

    SHSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215. SHSU is committed to promoting a campus culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. The University acknowledges and values our responsibility to cultivate an equitable and inclusive environment where students, faculty, staff, and community recognize the benefits of collaboration and mutual respect through diverse identities and experiences.

    Member The Texas State University System  

    Company info
    Website
    Telephone
    936-294-1070
    Location
    1905 University Avenue
    Huntsville
    TX
    77340
    US

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