Pathways Advisor (Spring 2027 Hire)

Pathways Advisor (Spring 2027 Hire)

Salary

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Location

Alvin College

Job Type

1. Full-Time

Job Number

FY2627-040

Divison

Office of Student Services

Department

Student Success & Advising

Opening Date

09/04/2026

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SUMMARY

Minimum Salary $52,236.13

Salary offer commensurate with education and related experience.

• This position is scheduled to start Spring 2027.

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

Position Summary

Provides case-managed academic advising to help students develop clear educational pathways, achieve academic goals, and successfully complete or transfer from their programs. Monitors student progress, connects students with resources, and provides proactive support to promote retention and success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages an assigned advising caseload, guiding students through program selection, academic planning, registration, graduation, and transfer requirements.
• Advises students on career and educational goals, course placement, program changes, withdrawals, and other academic decisions.
• Monitors academic progress, degree completion, advising benchmarks, and early alerts; coordinates interventions and resources for at-risk students.
• Interprets placement and testing results and communicates College policies, procedures, systems, and student resources.
• Provides in-person and virtual advising and supports registration, recruitment, admissions, and other student success initiatives.
• Collaborates with faculty, Financial Aid, and other departments to resolve student needs and support successful academic progression.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree

• Three (3) year advising, counseling, or providing case management student success support at a higher education institution

• Such as career services, financial aid, or other forms of admission/college readiness support

• Case management experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience advising student pathways and caseloads
• Previous experience working with special populations
• Bilingual - English/Spanish

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Strong advising, case management, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage a substantial caseload and maintain accuracy. Proficiency with advising, student information, and communication technologies. Ability to collaborate effectively across departments, work with individuals from varying backgrounds, and maintain a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Disclaimer:

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. A full job description will be provided to candidates selected for an interview.

• Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.
• Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with organizational guidelines.
• Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire. Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." Please refer to the NACES website for further information.
• May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson.
• This position requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

Welcome to Alvin, Texas! Located twenty five miles southeast of Houston in northeast Brazoria County, on land originally granted to the Houston Tap and Brazoria Railroad, Alvin is home to 28,377 residents and has much to offer our citizens and visitors alike.

The College

Alvin College is a public community college in Brazoria County, Texas. We provide educational opportunities in workforce training, academics, technical fields, adult basic education, and personal development.

Alvin College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees and certificates.

Vision Statement

"Alvin College envisions a college that inspires lifelong learning, cultivates innovation, and serves as a vital partner in strengthening the economic and cultural vitality of our region-empowering students and communities to thrive in a rapidly changing world."

Mission Statement

"Alvin College improves lives by offering affordable, accessible, innovative, high-quality academic, career and technical education to meet the needs of students, workforce and the community.."

Benefits

Alvin College provides comprehensive, competitive, and affordable benefit programs to meet the needs of our employees. The College offers a variety of health insurances, retirement, optional retirement plans, generous paid leave and holidays, wellness leave, an employee assistance program, and more. For most plans there is a 60 day waiting period for enrollment. Feel free to reach out to Human Resources at hr@alvincolleg.edu if you have questions.

Please view our Benefits Page for more information and eligibility requirements.

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Do you have a Bachelors degree?

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Do you have three (3) year advising, counseling, or providing case management student success support at a higher education institution? Such as career services, financial aid, or other forms of admission/college readiness support?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have case management experience?

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• No

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Do you have previous experience advising student pathways and caseloads?

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• No

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Do you have previous experience working with special populations?

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• No

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Are you bilingual in English/Spanish? If yes, be prepared to answer questions in Spanish.

• Yes
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I acknowledge my application, resume and/or supplemental documents ALL MATCH and provide the same and consistent information; ensuring that beginning and end dates are in the MM/YYYY format and all applicable work experience is listed. Please be advised, if these documents do not match, there will be a delay in the hiring process as employment dates will need to be confirmed and may impact final salary offer.

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Employer Alvin College

Address 3110 Mustang Road

Alvin, Texas, 77511

Phone 281-756-3639

281-756-3722

Website http:www.alvincollege.edu