Assistant Academic Advisor

Assistant Academic Advisor - 5 positions to be filled

Requisition S

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade
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Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional

Department SAM Center

Division Division of Academic Affairs

Open Date 10/23/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Educational And Experience Requirement Bachelor’s degree in related field. Two years of experience in academic advising, customer service, administrative experience or experience in a related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose Of Position Serves as Assistant Academic Advisor to students and helps design programs relevant to students in their academic pursuits.

Primary Responsibilities

• Advises enrolled and prospective students regarding their academic programs and curriculum.
• Maintains student files updated throughout their academic careers and makes changes to records as necessary.
• Provides retention advice to students on probation.
• Assists with resolving academic issues.
• Assists with coordinating orientation sessions for groups of incoming new students.
• Assists with recruiting high school or community college students and give presentations to small or large groups.
• Analyzes and processes degree plans and degree exceptions.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Other Specifications Regular contact with students, parents, faculty, and staff. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Full Time / Part Time Full Time

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EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215 and Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.