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Offer: Academic Counselor:Lamar UniversityJob description:Academic Counselor
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 20112989 Position Title: Academic Counselor FTE: 1.0 Employment type: Staff Department: TX Academy leadership abilities In Humanity Dept Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: The Academic Counselor for the Texas Academy provides comprehensive academic guidance and support to high-achieving high school students enrolled in the Texas Academy. Reporting to the Dean of the Honors College/Director of the Texas Academy, this position collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to promote academic success and retention. The Counselor assists students in navigating academic pathways, monitors their progress, and addresses any academic challenges they may face. Additionally, the function involves facilitating academic advising, coordinating academic records, and supporting students' transition to college life. The Counselor also serves as a liaison with university departments and participates in student engagement activities, including orientations and workshops. What You'll Do - Position Job responsibilities: Academic Counseling, Advising, and Student Programming » Provides academic advising to students and consultation to parents, faculty, and administrators regarding academic matters. Counsels' students as they navigate their academic pathway and/or practice academic difficulties. » Tracks students all over their academic careers to promote academicprogress, generating progress and semesterly reports. » Assists with registration of incoming, first-year students and other academic needs. » Assists in planning and executing new student orientation and student engagement programs. Record Management and Reporting » Manages student records, including maintaining a database of advisement and retention communications with professors. » Utilizes systems for appointments, communication, and reporting on student progress. · » Serves as district testing coordinator, handling end-of-course (EOC) and PSAT exams. Student Engagement and Transition Support » Develops plans for the mental and emotional well-being of students transitioning to the college practice. » Provides guidance and holds workshops for students transitioning to Lamar University and other colleges. Liaison and Collaboration » Serves as a liaison between the Honors College and Texas Academy, collaborating with colleges, departments, programs, majors, and learning communities. » Engages with the university community to support student success initiatives. Marketing and Promotion » Assists with marketing and promoting Texas Academy programs and services. » Engages in recruitment efforts to attract new students. Professional Development and Other tasks » Attends activities/events outside normal business hours and participates in professional development as needed. » Performs other tasks as assigned. Key Competencies: » Knowledge of student success best practices in academic advising and student development. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and Word. » High level of organization, strong attention to detail, and interpersonal skills. · » Familiarity/knowledge of Texas Education Agency (TEA) regulations and graduation requirements. » knowledge of university advising practices to meet students' needs. » capability to work collaboratively in a team environment and with individuals from various backgrounds. » Professionalism in representing Lamar University. Physical Requirements: » capability to execute occasional lifting/carrying of 10-15 pounds. » capability to sit or stand for extended periods, communicate clearly, and work cooperatively. · capability to handle unpredictable situations and tolerate stress. » capability to come to work in a timely and predictable manner. Job Conditions: » This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. The function may occasionally require travel to attend meetings or events and could involve working outside regular hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet student counseling and university needs. The Counselor must manage a student-centered environment, handle crisis situations, and support various student populations while adhering to confidentiality regulations (HIPAA, FERPA). Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. advantages: » Health, dental & vision insurance » Life insurance » State of Texas Retirement plans » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents. » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » Master's degree or master's degree in progress in a related field from an accredited college or university. » Three years of practice within an academic setting, advising, counseling, data collection, and analysis. » Previous practice (1-3 years) in academic advising, student support functions, or related areas at the high school or college level. EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's Preference Statement: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Preferred Appropriate qualifications: » practice with high school or college students as an academic counselor. » Capable of program development as a lead and committee member. » Must comprehend university policy and regulations for advising. » Must be an active listener with excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills and effective in dealing with students, parents, and industry professionals. Security Sensitive Statement: 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. income: $52,446-$68,180 Work Employment Type: Application Information Posting Date: 10/03/2024 Close Date: 12/20/2024 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions: Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have a Master's degree or master's degree in progress in a related field from an accredited college or university? » Yes » No » * Do you have three years of practice within an academic setting, advising, counseling, data collection, and analysis? » Yes » No Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume » Unofficial Transcript 1 » Cover Letter Optional Documents » Miscellaneous Skills:
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