Advising Assistant - Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Job in Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA

Listing for: University of Houston

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-11

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Academic Advising & Student Services

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 23000 - 26000 USD Yearly USD 23000.00 26000.00 YEAR

Position: Advising Assistant - Liberal Arts & Social Sciences - (497001 )

Department:
Dean Liberal Arts & Social Sci Salary : 16.63 - 18.73

Description:

Assists in advising current and prospective students on degree requirements and administrative procedures.

Prepares degree plans for students; reviews and revises academicdegree requirement handouts and forms.

Corresponds with applicants concerning application procedures,status, financial aid, and prerequisites by phone, letters ande-mail.

Participates in student registrations and drop/add sessions.

May assist faculty members with outgoing changes in academic procedures during the term, such as grade changes, student petitions, leave of absences, and general student complaints and problems.

Compiles information in personal computer on applicants for admissions and assistantships to monitor status and identify deserving students.

Creates and maintains hardcopy files of students and applicants.

May participate in new student orientation and represent department at university events, such as Cougar Preview.

Prepares revisions of the class schedule and may prepare faculty assignment roster.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education will be considered in lieu of experience.

MQ:
Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. asmight normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED. Requires a minimum of one (1) year 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.