Assistant Academic Advisor (full time, temporary)

Posting Details

Come and join the Bearkat community!

Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information

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.

Requisition 202600125S Title Assistant Academic Advisor (full time, temporary) FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 4. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.

This is a full-time, temporary, benefits eligible, grant funded position expected to end on or before 8/31/2030. Continuation of this position is contingent upon continued funding.

Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department TRIO Student Support Services Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 05/11/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement

Bachelor's degree in related field. Two years of experience in Academic Advising or experience in a related field. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

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. May assist with coordinating orientation sessions for groups of incoming new students. May assist with recruiting high school or community college students and give presentations to small or large groups. Analyzes and processes degree plans and degree exceptions. Assists all student populations, regardless of field of study. May help with training new advisors. May travel to the campuses of feeder schools or satellite campuses to advise students. Performs other related 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 Temporary Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47172

EEO Statement

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.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Reference Contact Information

Optional Documents

Screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you learn about this position?

• The Chronicle of Higher Education

• TWC - Work in Texas

• Inside Higher Ed

• Higher Ed Jobs

• HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium

• SHSU Website

• SHSU Employee

• Other

• If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee" please indicate employee's name and department.

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• If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source.

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• • What is your highest level of education?

• High School/GED

• At least 30 undergraduate credit hours, but have not obtained an Associates degree

• Associates degree

• At least 90 undergraduate credit hours, but have not obtained a Bachelors degree

• Bachelors degree

• At least 18 graduate credit hours, but have not obtained a Masters degree

• Masters degree

• Doctoral/Terminal degree

• • Please give an example of a position you have held where you were required to train subordinates and how you went about that training.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Have you ever worked for a University or College? If yes, please explain.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe the different methods of training/teaching you have used at your current or previous job?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe your experience with developing and delivering presentations and/or facilitating workshops.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe your level of experience with creating and maintaining budgets.

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