Academic Advisor (Hybrid) - Olin Business

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Metro U-Pass transit

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an Academic Advisor (Hybrid) to guide students through their education and graduation path. The role involves advising, recruitment, and promoting retention, with frequent collaboration across campus and external events.

The position supports graduate student success, requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and 3 years of relevant experience, and offers a comprehensive benefits package in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree; Master's preferred for advancement.
• 3 years of relevant higher-education advising experience.
• Strong knowledge of FERPA, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth advising promoting student success and degree completion.
• Advise graduate programs, curricula, and university policies.
• Coordinate communications and maintain student files.
• Plan engagement events on- and off-campus and represent the department.

Skills

Academic Advising

FERPA

Curriculum Development

Enrollment Management

Oral Communications

Written Communication

Student Retention

Multicultural Environments

Policy Adherence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

## Academic Advisor (Hybrid) - Olin BusinessApply: Hybrid: Washington University Danforth Campus: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR97829# **Location**ST. LOUIS, MO 63105# **Scheduled Hours**37.5# **Position Summary**Plays an integral part in guiding Olin students through their educational journey. The Academic Advisor advises students, recruits students and promotes student success, retention and progression to graduation.# **Job Description****Primary Duties & Responsibilities:*** Provides in-depth advising services promoting graduate student success, retention, and degree completion. Advises graduate students on programs, curriculum, graduate education, and university policies, processes, and procedures* Assesses the holistic needs of students, provides support, and refers to appropriate campus partners. Responds to communication in a timely manner. Works closely with other University partners in the best interest of our students.* Organizes and maintains files, coordinates incoming and outgoing communications. Maintains files for students.* Plans student engagement opportunities and events both on and off-campus for students.* Represents the department at orientation, commencement and other events.* Performs other duties as assigned. **Working Conditions:**Job Location/Working Conditions* Normal office environment.* Ability to travel to on- and off-campus locations. Physical Effort* Typically sitting at a desk or table. Equipment* Office equipment.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.# **Required Qualifications****Education:**Bachelor's degree**Certifications****/Professional Licenses****:**No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.**Work Experience:**Relevant Experience (3 Years)**Skills:**Not Applicable**Driver's License:**A driver's license is not required for this position.# **More About This Job**WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.# **Preferred Qualifications****Education:**Master's degree**Certifications****/Professional Licenses****:**No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Work Experience:**No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Skills:**Academic Advising, ADA Compliance, Curriculum Consulting, Curriculum Development, Enrollment Management, Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act (FERPA), Higher Education Admissions, Multicultural Environments, Oral Communications, Policies & Procedures, Student Accommodation, Student Records Management, Student Retention, Transcript Evaluation, Written Communication# **Grade**G10# **Salary Range**$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.# **Questions**For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.# **Accommodation**If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.# **Pre-Employment Screening**All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.# **Benefits Statement**Personal* Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.* Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.* Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.* WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.Wellness* Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!Family* We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.* WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/