What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist III - Assistant Admission & Advising Specialist position at Inside Higher Ed?
Requisition
202600054S
Title
Specialist III - Assistant Admission & Advising Specialist
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category
Technical/Para-Professional
Department
Nursing
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Open Date
02/27/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational And Experience Requirement
Associates degree in related field. Three years related experience or experience in a related field. Certifications may be required. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose Of Position
Performs advanced specialist duties for the School of Nursing.
Primary Responsibilities
Participates in the nursing academic student recruiting program. Visits high schools, junior/community colleges, organizations, etc. as required, with the primary focus being those schools in the Huntsville/Conroe/Greater Houston regional areas. Communicates via phone call and/or email with prospective students, high school counselors, college and career counselors, and community college advisors. Contacts student organizations to assist in academic recruiting. Assists with the Saturday visitation programs and High School and Community College Counselor Conferences. Assists Academic Advisors with advising enrolled and prospective students regarding the Nursing program and curriculum. Maintains student files updated throughout their academic career and makes changes to records as necessary. Assists with resolving academic issues. Assists with coordinating orientation sessions for groups of incoming new students. Assists with presentations to small or large groups. Analyzes and processes degree plans and degree exceptions. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Microsoft Office computer skills required. Regular contact with prospective students, parents, junior/community college officials, and high schools and their officials. May require extensive travel during the fall and spring semesters. The incumbent must be reliable, personable, and exhibit a positive image for the department and University. Must also possess the ability to communicate effectively with a varied range of visitors and work in a high traffic area with several distractions. Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature.
Must be available to work outside of the regular 8:00-5:00 work schedule.
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46461
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
202600054S
Title
Specialist III - Assistant Admission & Advising Specialist
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category
Technical/Para-Professional
Department
Nursing
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Open Date
02/27/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational And Experience Requirement
Associates degree in related field. Three years related experience or experience in a related field. Certifications may be required. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose Of Position
Performs advanced specialist duties for the School of Nursing.
Primary Responsibilities
Participates in the nursing academic student recruiting program. Visits high schools, junior/community colleges, organizations, etc. as required, with the primary focus being those schools in the Huntsville/Conroe/Greater Houston regional areas. Communicates via phone call and/or email with prospective students, high school counselors, college and career counselors, and community college advisors. Contacts student organizations to assist in academic recruiting. Assists with the Saturday visitation programs and High School and Community College Counselor Conferences. Assists Academic Advisors with advising enrolled and prospective students regarding the Nursing program and curriculum. Maintains student files updated throughout their academic career and makes changes to records as necessary. Assists with resolving academic issues. Assists with coordinating orientation sessions for groups of incoming new students. Assists with presentations to small or large groups. Analyzes and processes degree plans and degree exceptions. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Microsoft Office computer skills required. Regular contact with prospective students, parents, junior/community college officials, and high schools and their officials. May require extensive travel during the fall and spring semesters. The incumbent must be reliable, personable, and exhibit a positive image for the department and University. Must also possess the ability to communicate effectively with a varied range of visitors and work in a high traffic area with several distractions. Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature.
Must be available to work outside of the regular 8:00-5:00 work schedule.
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46461
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
- 51.215.