Academic Advisor

Xavier University of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Xavier University of Louisiana is seeking an Academic Advisor in the Student Academic Success Office. The role supports exploratory and high-risk students, including athletes and those on probation, through individualized and group advising.

The Academic Advisor will also serve as Academic Coach for the CARE Program, guiding first-year, first-generation students with structured plans and resources to progress academically and professionally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling and guidance, student affairs, or related field.
• Two years of academic advising experience, with at least one year in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to identified student populations.
• Organize and conduct programs and workshops for advised students.
• Develop academic success plans and coordinate services across campus.

Skills

Advising

Counseling

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Diplomacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Posting Summary

Position Title

Position Title Academic Advisor

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Department

Department Student Academic Success Office

Job Summary

Xavier University of Louisiana is seeking to hire an Academic Advisor in the Student Academic Success Office. Reporting to the Director for Academic Success, the advisor provides individualized and group advising to students, with an emphasis on supporting students who are exploratory, academically high-risk, athletes, and those on academic probation.

The Academic Advisor will also serve as an Academic Coach for the CARE Program, which provides first year, first generation students with connected opportunities to prepare, perform, and progress during their time at Xavier.

Xavier University of Louisiana is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for disadvantaged and first-generation students. AA/ EOE

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in counseling and guidance, college student personnel, educational administration, student affairs, or related field.
• Two years of academic advising experience, retention, or counseling services (must have at least one year in a higher education environment in a full-time advising capacity).
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders (students, colleagues, administrators), both verbally and in writing.
• Must possess diplomacy, confidentiality, and strong relationship-building skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, especially with students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred, with two years of academic advising experience, retention, or counseling services (with at least one year in a higher education environment in a full time advising).
• Experience presenting to students and facilitating workshops.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative environment.
• Excellent oral, written communication skills, and organizational skills.

Special Requirements Summary

• Local and regional travel may be required.
• Some evenings and weekends are required.

Work Hours

Full-Time

KSA's

Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in counseling and guidance, college student personnel, educational administration, student affairs, or related field.
• Two years of academic advising experience, retention, or counseling services (must have at least one year in a higher education environment in a full-time advising capacity).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description

• Provides Academic Advising to identified student populations.
• Works with other members of the Student Academic Success Office with organizing and conducting programming (workshops, brown bags, and other presentations) for the benefit of any advised student.
• Reviews student records and develops student academic success plans and interventions.
• Serves as liaison between students, staff, faculty and administrators: provides referral services for students: assesses and coordinates services and streamlines processes in a changing environment.
• Informs faculty and supports students with academic alerts
• Assists CARE participants with creating individualized academic plans and provides accountability
• Connects CARE Students along with other targeted students with campus resources, provide referral services, and develop appropriate interventions.
• Supports students who receive academic alerts; uses resources to assist students in identifying their strengths and opportunities for improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Posting Number

Posting Number S423P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 08/01/2026

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Date

Posting Date 06/02/2026

Application Review Date

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is the only Catholic Historically Black University in the United States. Located in New Orleans, the University strives to contribute to a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier prides itself in its diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates a variety of educational practices, including research and service learning.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Other