Academic Advisor Senior

Posting Number:

20112823

Position Title:

Academic Advisor Senior

FTE:

1

Position Type:

Staff

Department:

College of Education & Human Devel Dept

Job Summary/Basic Function:

­­­­­About This Role:
Job Summary: The admissions counselor is responsible for working directly with LU admissions, Distance Learning, and department faculty in collecting, processing, documenting/storing and recommending candidates who submit essays and references for admissions. The admissions counselor also manages the Portfolium system where candidates upload other important documents specific to Educator Preparation.What You’ll Do:

• Assist students throughout the admissions process.
• Scores essays and references using a developed departmental rubric.
• Communicates weekly with distance education to advise enrollment for accepted candidates.
• Evaluate prospective student needs and building productive relationships by providing individualized assistance with goal identification, program expectations, payment/financial aid planning, and other program questions.
• Assist prospective students with ApplyTexas application, the Federal Application for Financial Aid (FAFSA), the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TAFSA), and other items to understand the enrollment system.
• Create weekly reports for the dean on admission status for departments.
• Communicate Portfolium information and assist candidates in understanding the documents needed and how to submit them.
• Monitor Portfolium daily for completed portfolios to qualify for admissions.
• Correspond with students in a professional student-centered model offering advice, resources, or referral to other campus resources.
• Provides advice, counsel, and assistance to graduate students on degree progress, deficiencies, and program expectations.
• Interpret and communicate accurate information about campus policies and degree requirements.
• Appropriately document all contact with students, including appointment notes, email, and phone conversations.
• Serve as the first point of contact for campus based graduate programs.
• Assist students throughout the graduate admissions process.
• Serve as a facilitator to bridge communication from student to graduate faculty.
• Providing knowledgeable and professional representation of Lamar University with students in groups, one-on-one, and during on and off campus events to increase community awareness.
• Attending events and making presentations to communicate with prospective students and their families to promote Lamar University and its programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned. Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to needs of the university.

Who We Are:
Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Three (3) years of experience.
Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field.Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Work requires contacts with coworkers from other organizational units of the University and the general public. Resourcefulness is required to reach or adjust working agreements within departmental procedures and operating needs. Tact and judgment are requirements in obtaining or giving information of a confidential nature. This job title normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results. There is some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. The assignment is usually reviewed upon completion. This job title requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization. This job title has no budgetary responsibility.
Sedentary, exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Essential functions or requirements listed above may not be performed in every position with this title, and these essential functions may not include all related duties that might be requested and/or performed.

EEO Statement:

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement:

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Security Sensitive Statement:

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary:

$39,000 - $45,885

Posting Date:

01/19/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes