Academic Advisor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental & vision coverage

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition remission

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Xavier University’s Office of Academic Advising and Learning Support (OALS) is seeking an Academic Advisor with a focus on first‑year and at‑risk students. 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.

OALS equips students to confidently navigate their educational journey through personalized academic advising and comprehensive learning support.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsabilités

• 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.

Description du poste

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.

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

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by our mission and values, 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.

Benefits - applies only to full-time positions:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class:

• 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.