Peer Advisor- Upward Bound; Part-time) Pool

Peer Advisor
- Upward Bound (Part-time) Staff Pool Houston, Texas, System Wide Part-Time 25002YA Requisition # Jun 15, 2026 Post Date SUMMARY

Supports the assigned department by performing a variety of tasks which help advance the department’s mission and enhance student experience.

1. Provide exceptional customer service as a primary point of contact for students, parents, and campus community members.

2. Respond to inquiries via phone, email, online platforms, and in person.

3. Assist with student orientation events and workshops, engaging with students and families individually and in groups.

4. Guide students in navigating campus resources, services, and academic processes.

5. Participate in informational panels, presentations, and outreach activities related to student support and advisement.

6. Serve on student advisory or recruitment boards, assisting with interviews and program initiatives.

7. Facilitate workshops to support students’ academic and career exploration.

8. Contribute to newsletters, announcements, and other communications.

9. Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, mailing, data entry, and office support.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.

The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

High school diploma or GED required.

Associate’s degree preferred.

2 years general office experience required.

3 years preferred.

1. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

3. Effective written and oral communication skills.

4. Able to deliver high quality work results.

5. Positive attitude and energy.

6. Able to work as an effective and productive team member.

7. Abe able to work every day; 8 to 19.5 hours weekly.

8. Able to work weekends and evenings as required during the academic year.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest single-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.

Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.

Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.

Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.

The weather is…