Graduate Academic Advisor I

Graduate Academic Advisor I
494568
Full-Time
Closing on: Aug 27 2026
M Davies College of Business
Department: M Davies College of Business Salary: $43,001-$54,500
Description:

Job Summary
The Graduate Academic Advisor I advises new and continuing graduate students on academic matters such as course selection and degree plans. Monitor students' academic progress. Maintains and updates degree plans. Communicates university policies and procedures to graduate students.

Duties
Develops individualized program of study based on student's admission to chosen graduate program. Creates official degree plans for all admitted graduate students
Provides academic advising to all new and returning graduate students in advisor's assigned concentration(s) from the student's time of admission thru graduation. Determines student's appropriate course sequencing to ensure on-time graduation
Maintains continuous verbal and written communication with students. Runs communication campaigns in EAB to contact and reach out to students as needed
Conducts degree audits and notifies students of missing enrollment, course withdrawals, and prerequisite course issues, etc Performs specialized advising projects throughout the semester/academic year. Supports other retention and timely graduation efforts for Graduate students
Prepares course sequence templates for prospective graduate students
Serves as student advocate making appropriate referrals for scholarships, financial aid, Student Business Services, Learning support, counseling services, and other campus services
Maintains database of all new admits and current students. Assists with collecting and uploading signed LOIs (Letter of Intent) for admitted students
Marginal Duties
Actively participates in weekly Graduate Studies Team meetings with faculty liaison, Graduate Studies Director(s), Academic Deans, advisors and MBA graduate studies coordinators by providing weekly updates for advising related matters. Shares information of matters related to advising and/or admissions for each admission cycle for graduate studies programs
Performs all other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports:

None
Delegation of Work:

N/A
Supervision Given:

N/A
Qualifications
Required Education:

Bachelor's degree
Required Experience:

Minimum of one (1) year of related job experience
Experience and commitment to serving a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body
Education in lieu of experience
License/Certification:

None Required
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate Advising experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge:

Knowledge of trends, issues, and accepted practices relevant to the position
Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Skills:

Candidate exhibits strong interpersonal skills, and experience working with students, parents, faculty, and staff
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Abilities:

Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external constituents
Strong ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary student service
Ability to work with higher education software systems, analyze data, produce reports, and implement systems to monitor and manage staff productivity
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; individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing etc., and has minimal exposure to physical risks
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 Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.