Specialist, Area of Study Advising (Student Affairs)
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Description of Duties and Tasks
Knowledge
* Understanding of and commitment to the principles and best practices associated with Student Success specifically, effective educational plan development, timely and effective academic coaching strategies, graduation and transfer processes, short-term services and activities that support program persistence and completion.
* Student databases, information management systems, caseload management, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and general administrative support.
* Multicultural education programs and systems and the importance of cultural competence in promoting student success.
* College admissions and onboarding processes, program offerings and educational pathways, and managing the transition to college.
Skills
* Maintain an established work schedule including occasional weekend and evening hours.
* Effective interpersonal and public speaking skills.
* Effective organizational and planning skills.
* Disseminate complex information effectively to the intended recipient.
* Maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships that foster continued student success.
* Exhibit cultural competence when working with all students and other members of the college community.
* Demonstrate initiative, follow-through, tact, diplomacy, and good judgment in dealing with constituents.
Technology Skills
* Use a variety of spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software.
Required Work Experience
* Two years related work experience.
Required Education
* Bachelor's degree.
Other Preferred Qualifications
* Bilingual: English - Spanish
Physical Requirements
* Work is performed in a standard office or similar environment.
* Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
* Occasional lifting of objects up to 10 pounds.
Safety
* Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.
Salary Range
$47,840 - $54,567
Number of Openings:
1
Job Posting Close Date:
October 8, 2025
- Location:
- Austin
- Job Type:
- FullTime