Academic Advisor

XU01 Xavier University; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA/FSAs

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Job summary

Xavier University’s Office of Academic Advising and Learning Support (OALS) is seeking an Academic Advisor focused on first-year and at-risk undergraduate students. You will provide individualized academic advising to help students understand degree requirements, plan progress, and register for courses while supporting their personal and co-curricular goals.

You will collaborate with Faculty Advisors, academic departments, Career Development, Admissions, Financial Aid, and Student Life to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized advising to 200+ undergraduates, focusing on first-year and at-risk students.
• Support at-risk and probationary students with targeted guidance and resources.
• Collaborate with Faculty Advisors, departments, Career Development, Admissions and more.
• Contribute to outreach campaigns and assessment efforts across OALS.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Process management

Computer skills

Office administration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, developmental, appreciative academic advising to 200+ current and prospective undergraduate students with specific emphasis on first-year and at-risk students.
• Provide academic support to at-risk and probationary undergraduate students in the assigned caseload.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of common outreach campaigns and assessment efforts.
• Collaborate with Faculty Advisors, Academic Departments, Career Development, Care and Support, Admissions, Financial Aid, Student Life, Thrive, and other offices across Xavier University.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in related field; Master’s degree preferred 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Intermediate communication skills, analytical skills, project/process management skills, computer/technical skills, and office administrative support skills

Benefits - applies only to full-time positions

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.

Xavier University’s Office of Academic Advising and Learning Support (OALS) is seeking an Academic Advisor with specific focus on first-year and at-risk student population. This position serves as a professional academic advisor and collaborates with faculty and staff to help undergraduate students meet their academic and co-curricular goals. The Academic Advisor assists students in understanding major and core requirements, planning satisfactory academic progress, course selection and registration. This position provides targeted support and outreach to students on academic probation and those identified as needing additional academic support and coaching. In addition, this role collaborates with colleagues on communication, evaluation, and assessment efforts for OALS. OALS equips students to confidently navigate their educational journey through personalized academic advising and comprehensive learning support. We partner with each student to identify and reflect on their unique goals and develop a clear path to graduation. We consult with faculty advisors as they work to support advisees and academically struggling students. Together, we strive to ensure that every student feels supported, valued, and informed, takes responsibility for their academic progress, and realizes their educational goals.

Eligibility varies by position and employment class.

We welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out multiple perspectives, and create a campus where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of Cincinnati, which has an array of neighborhoods and activities to suit many interests.

Thank you for your interest in joining our university community. At Xavier University, we are more than an academic institution — we are a mission-driven community grounded in the Ignatian tradition. Our values of reflection, service, and the pursuit of justice inspire everything we do, from our teaching and research to the way we treat one another. We believe in the power of collaboration, and we cultivate an environment where every voice is valued and diverse perspectives enrich our shared work. Our faculty, staff, and students form a vibrant, inclusive community united by a commitment to excellence, compassion, and a greater good. Whether you're applying for your first role in higher education or bringing years of experience, we invite you to explore how your journey might align with ours. Come be a part of something meaningful.