Graduate Academic Advisor II

🇺🇸 Downtown, TX

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $48K - $57K

💻 Academic Advising

🗓️ October 7th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Houston-Downtown is hiring a Graduate Academic Advisor II. This role involves advising new and continuing graduate students on course selection and degree plans, monitoring academic progress, maintaining degree plans, communicating university policies, and supporting graduate student retention and timely graduation initiatives.

Highlights

Develop individualized study programs and create official degree plans for graduate students.
Advise students on course sequencing to ensure on-time graduation.
Maintain communication with students and run outreach campaigns using EAB-Navigate software.
Conduct degree audits and monitor academic standing including probation and alerts.
Manage student information systems and track early alert/probation records.
Advocate for students by referring them to scholarships, financial aid, and support services.
Evaluate transcripts and assist with course waiver, transfer, and petition requests.
Participate in graduate studies team meetings and collaborate with faculty and administration.
Require a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of related experience.
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and higher education software systems; strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Salary range of $47,731 to $57,277.