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

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