Description:
Assists in advising and preparing degree plans for undergraduate
and/or graduate students, coordinating student registration,
maintaining student records, coordinating class schedules, to
include assignment of classrooms, and, assisting in conducting new
student orientation.
1. Assists in advising current and prospective students on degree
requirements and administrative procedures.
2. Prepares degree plans for students; reviews and revises academic
degree requirement handouts and forms.
3. Corresponds with applicants concerning application procedures,
status, financial aid, and prerequisites by phone, letters and
e-mail.
4. Participates in student registrations and drop/add
sessions.
5. May assist faculty members with outgoing changes in academic
procedures during the term, such as grade changes, student
petitions, leave of absences, and general student complaints and
problems.
6. Compiles information in personal computer on applicants for
admissions and assistantships to monitor status and identify
deserving students.
7. Creates and maintains hardcopy files of students and
applicants.
8. May participate in new student orientation and represent
department at university events, such as Cougar Preview.
9. Prepares revisions of the class schedule and may prepare faculty
assignment roster.
10. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will have experience or familiarity with
PeopleSoft Campus Solutions and FileMaker Pro; the ability to
multitask and work cooperatively with others; keen attention to
detail; and proficiency in Microsoft 365 software.
Education will be considered in lieu of
experience.
MQ: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation
and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as
might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school
diploma or GED. Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly
job-related experience.
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.
