Academic Advisor - Accounting Job Houston area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Academic Advisor 2 - Accounting

Department
:
Accounting Certificate Program Salary
: 43,000 - 48,900

Description

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.

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.

Additional Position Information

Description:

This position works in the Department of Accountancy & Taxation at the

C. T. Bauer College of Business. This position engages with students to advise them on academic requirements for degree progress, course selection, policies, procedures, and resources based on an assessment of individual student needs.

Successful candidates will have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, work well under pressure, consistently meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects while remaining flexible and positive. This will require exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Advise current post-baccalaureate and graduate accounting students with attention to detail and accuracy.

Process academic forms and letters related to academic advising.

Assist with planning and executing events for current accounting students.

Be adaptable to change, as constant improvements are being made in advising.

Preferences

Experience in Higher Education
Experience directly in academic advising

Qualifications

Education will be considered in lieu of experience.

Notes to Applicant

Please include full work history on resume.
This position does not require you to have an accounting background in order to advise students.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume

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.

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 Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.

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