Advisor II, Careers-Grant Funded - Houston, United States - InsideHigherEd

Description

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Lone Star College-North Harris

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-North Harris, nestled on 200 acres of piney woods, is the original and largest college in the Lone Star College System family. Serving the community for more than three decades, LSC-North Harris offers more than 60 programs of study, including university-transfer and numerous education courses and programs. LSC-North Harris is keenly focused on leading-edge technology in emerging technical job fields.

Location address is 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, Houston, TX 77073.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Advisor II, Careers NH Title III (G) meets with students to implement career assessments, collect relevant data, and provide program management related to incorporating career advising into the curriculum. Tracks academic progress and success of undecided students. Assists project manager in planning and developing successful academic support programming and events.

This is a temporary, grant-funded position. Continuation of the position from one academic year to the next is dependent upon continued grantfunding.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Advises students in assigned departments/disciplines. Meets with students regularly to track their academic progress, success and implement career accelerator program
2. Assists students with reviewing their Academic Advising Report and creating MEP (My Educational Plan) for undecided students
3. Advises students on proper course selection for assigned discipline/department credit certificate and degree programs and makes referrals to non-credit certificate programs
4. Acquires and processes data regarding students in the assigned discipline to complete job function
5. Collaborates with personnel across departments (college staff and faculty) to identify potential early interventions needed
6. Refers students to counselors, college resources (organizations) and outside organizations when necessary
7. Assists the Directors/Managers in planning and developing successful academic/career support programming and events
8. Develops department/position objectives and strategies
9. Maintains accurate documentation of meetings and collects data relevant to Career Services
10. Monitors processes, materials, and surroundings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant rules, regulations, and policies at all times
11. Establishes, documents, and follows a communication plan with students
12. Assists in planning and implementation of career services events
13. Refers students for career assessments and helps to analyze data
14. Gives presentations on Career Services in classrooms and in cooperation with faculty
15. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency with standard office software
• High level of customer service
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail for tracking of student success and student educational plans
• Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of students
• Ability to prioritize duties

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a higher education setting
• Experience in career services and/or placement
• Experience working with students who have unique barriers and experience in assisting these students with their educational success

Hiring salary range is $44,793 - $51,512.

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Level of degree completed including date earned.
5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

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ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

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If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

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Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.