Academic Advising & Student Success Specialist

MSU - Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Nursing at Michigan State University seeks a Specialist-Advisor for the Office of Student Affairs to plan, coordinate, and implement initiatives advancing undergraduate recruitment, admissions, enrollment, and academic advising.

The role supports or co-leads processes to enhance student success through advising, program coordination, assessment, and data-informed decision-making, with a strong record of working in academic environments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in academic advising or student recruitment in higher education.
• Ability to analyze data to inform advising practices.
• Strong organizational skills with multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive, student-centered academic advising to undergraduate students on university, college, and program requirements.
• Monitor and track academic progress toward degree completion; identify and address barriers to success.
• Coordinate, plan, and participate in events for recruitment, orientation, graduation, and other activities.
• Teach at least one section annually of the UGS 110 seminar for Pre-nursing students.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Data analysis

Time management

Education

Master's degree in Student Affairs

Tools

Student information systems

Databases

Job description

The College of Nursing at Michigan State University seeks a Specialist-Advisor for the Office of Student Affairs to plan, coordinate, and implement initiatives advancing undergraduate recruitment, admissions, enrollment, and academic advising.

The role supports or co-leads processes to enhance student success through advising, program coordination, assessment, and data-informed decision-making, with a strong record of working in academic environments.