Part-Time Advisor II, Online Administration

Job Title: Part-Time Advisor II, Online Administration

Location: LSC-Online

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 43807

Commitment to Mission

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. Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Online 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.

LSC-Online is an independent campus led by a Campus President, committed to academic excellence and student success. LSC-Online provides flexible learning options and skills-based online learning so that students can complete the programs in two years or less.

Location address is 20515 SH 249 (SH 249 and Louetta Road) Houston, Texas 77070.

Job Description PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The PT Advisor II serves as the first point of contact and resource in meeting with, advising and tracking students’ academic progress in connection with degree completion. Position provides academic advice and direction to students on degree planning, program requirements, course selection and enrollment, and schedule building. Educates students’ on LSC’s policies and state & federal rules as they relate to them.

Represents Lone Star

College (LSC) internally and externally.

Essential Job Functions

  • Serves as the designated campus Advisor to students in all areas pertaining to their academic progress with Lone Star College
  • Provides individual, one-on-one academic advising to students on degree requirements and proper course selection
  • Provides guidance and assistance to students to ensure smooth transition to 4 year institutions
  • Communicates and coordinates with College Relations and universities to schedule transfer events for students
  • Monitors, tracks and reports progress on a cohort group of students including success, retention, and completion rates
  • Assists students in creating their MEP (My Educational Plan) and advises students on course prerequisites, co-requisites, and recommended course sequence
  • Educates and provides students with information on resources and services available at the campus/center
  • Reviews degree plans for students, approves/denies their requests to graduate, and processes student registration repeals
  • Develops workshops, information sessions, recruitment events, etc. and advises students on employment opportunities in their field of study
  • May work with local school districts on advising CTE (career technical education), dual credit, tech prep, and potential students
  • Advises and assists students in creating and developing resumes and cover letters
  • Advisors of International students will advise on immigration issues, ensures college compliance with all immigration procedures/regulations, and provides admission advice and counsel to International students. They will also collaborate with the Office of International Programs in the planning and implementation of college wide policies and procedures
  • Serves as a member or chair of various committees/meetings, such as Graduation, Veteran’s Luncheon, All Male Summit, Female Summit, Open House, New Student Orientation, etc.
  • Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with common office software
  • Strong attention to accuracy and detail for tracking student success and student educational plans
  • Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of students
  • Ability to prioritize duties
  • High le
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