Job Description
Prairie View A&M University Academic Advisor II Job Title Academic Advisor II
Agency Prairie View A&M University
Department Office of Undergraduate Studies
Proposed Minimum Salary $2,964.00 monthly
Job Location Prairie View, Texas
Job Type Staff
Job Description This position may pay more than the minimum proposed salary listed above, depending on experience and/or qualifications of the selected candidate.
The Academic Advisor II, complies with all state, system, and university policies, regulations, rules, procedures, guidelines, and directives in a timely manner and adhere to confidentiality policies (FERPA).
Responsibilities: - Provide academic advisement for General Studies majors. Assisting students as they transition to PVAMU from high school or other educational institutions.
- Provide administrative support to the Dean, of Undergraduate Studies. Provides support for associated activities and office management.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education & Experience: - Bachelor's degree.
- Two years of related experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Knowledge of student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
- Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Other Requirements: - Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
- Travel may be required.
Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree in Education, Psychology or other related field.
- Two or more years in advisement, social work, education or related field.
- Must have the willingness and ability to be trained in Academic Advising.
- Knowledge of general student services in post-secondary institutions.
- Must be able to work flexible non-standard hours to include nights and weekends.
Job Posting Close Date: Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
To apply, visit About Us For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.
PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!
Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.
Job Tags
Full time, Flexible hours, Night shift,