Joint Advisor (Finance)

Department: Joint Advising Salary: $43,001 - $51,601
Description:
Job Summary

The Joint Advisor provides general advice to prospective students regarding pathways to transfer to the University.

Duties

• Assists with recruiting students to the university, showcasing the benefits of attending the University
• Assists transfer students with the enrollment process by providing information regarding academic programs, the transferability of coursework, career possibilities, and the admissions process
• Serves as an advocate for transfer students in the event that any issues arise
• Reviews transcripts for prospective students
• Maintains continuous communication with prospective and current students as necessary, via email, telephone, and in-person consultations
• Plans and attends events for transfer students and community colleges to showcase UHD and the benefits of attending
• Participates in student orientation
• Assists with advising students regarding their educational plans

Marginal Duties

• Performs all other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports:

• None

Delegation of Work:

• N/A

Supervision Given:

• N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the college admissions process and the related trends, issues, and accepted practices
• Understanding of the transfer student population

Skills:

• Good presentation skills
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in MS Office and PeopleSoft
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand degree plans
• Ability to use databases
• Ability to be flexible
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse university community

Work Location and Physical Demands

Primary Work Location:

• Works in an office environment

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements; the individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing, etc., and has minimal exposure to physical risks
• Must have precise hand-eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Must have the ability to move items of up to 25lbs

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree

Required Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of related job experience

License/Certification:

• Must maintain a valid, current driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• None

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 an Equal Opportunity Institution.