Academic and Career Advisor

Viterbo University; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Viterbo University in La Crosse, WI seeks an Academic and Career Advisor to support student academic and career success as part of the HUB for Student Success team. This full-time, 12-month role focuses on advising, career programming, tutoring coordination, and employer engagement to improve retention and graduation outcomes.

The advisor will manage a caseload, provide advising using the appreciative model, facilitate career resources including Handshake, and deliver career-related coursework

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred; will consider candidates with bachelor's degree who possess relevant experience.
• Experience working in higher education, preferred experience in academic or career advising.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of freshmen, sophomores, transfer, and bachelor completion students.
• Provide balanced support grounded in appreciative advising to identify strengths, goals, and degree plans.
• Advise on curriculum, degree requirements, majors/minors/certificates, and engagement options.
• Serve as Academic Advising liaison to a college or school; support faculty advisor training.
• Utilize Starfish Early Alert to support and follow up with students.
• Plan HUB programming and career events; engage employers and visitors.
• Promote use of academic support resources and student engagement opportunities.
• Deliver career programming and employer visits; manage Handshake and related resources.
• Teach UNST 310 Career Preparation course (1 credit, half-semester).
• Coordinate tutoring and data/reporting; recruit tutors meeting eligibility.
• Develop resources for department website, handouts, and social media.
• Serve on university committees and support HUB initiatives.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Project management

Marketing skills

Technology skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Student advising

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree with relevant experience

Job description

Viterbo is seeking an Academic and Career Advisor who will work as part of the HUB for Student Success team to provide support, resources, opportunities, systems, and services that promote student academic and career success. This role will serve on a team of other primary points of contact for undergraduates with the goal of improving retention and graduation rates. The role supports student success through career programming, employer engagement, tutoring coordination, and career preparation resources. This is a full-time, permanent, 12-month position.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of select freshmen, sophomore, transfer, and bachelor completion students.
• Provide balanced support, grounded in the appreciative advising model, to help students identify strengths, clarify career goals/interests, understand degree requirements, create graduation plans, schedule and register for coursework, understand the use of advising technology tools, and assist students with the transition to college and their major areas of study
• Accurately advise on curriculum, academic programs (majors, minors, certificates), degree requirements, and engagement options (service learning, study abroad, internships, research)

• Serve as an Academic Advising liaison to a specific college or school, collaborating to update sample graduation plans and assist in providing faculty advisor training and support

• Utilize the Starfish Early Alert systems to ensure student success through applying timely, individual intervention to support and follow-up with students
• Participate in and help with HUB programming: welcome back bash, workshops, visit days, new student registration (STAR), new student orientation, etc.
• Promote students' utilization of the university's academic support and engagement resources to maximize the student experience
• Serve as point person for the planning, execution, marketing, evaluation, and documentation of career programming (e.g. career fairs, special events, and ongoing programs) and employer visits.
• Deliver classroom presentations and attend university events on above topics and resources.
• Serve as point person for Handshake and other career resources.
• Teach the 1-credit, half-semester UNST 310 Career Preparation course.
• Manage the Threads to Thrive Career Closet in collaboration with the College of Business and Marketing Club.
• Collaborate with the Reading, Writing, and Career Specialist to assist students and alumni in developing effective resumes, cover letters, personal statements, interviewing skills, job search strategies, salary negotiation techniques, and financial wellness plans.
• Schedule tutoring, administer surveys, and maintain accurate data on tutoring requirements, availability, requests, paperwork, timesheets and other related information; recruit and coordinate tutors that meet eligibility requirements.
• Develop resources for department website, handouts, brochures, social media, and displays.
• Serve on appointed and elected university committees
• Carry out other responsibilities as delegated or assigned to support the development, achievement, and tracking of HUB initiatives and goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred; will consider candidates with bachelor's degree who possess relevant experience.
• Experience working in higher education, preferred experience in academic or career advising.

Skills

• Strong organizational, project management, marketing, and technology skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal, presentation, and group facilitation skills with ability to disseminate complex information.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining collaborative spirit with colleagues.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer literacy (e-mail, web searching, reporting, spreadsheet management).
• Demonstrate and advance Viterbo's core values (Contemplation, Hospitality, Integrity, Stewardship, and Service) and the liberal arts tradition; Be able to articulate the nature and advantages of a liberal arts education.

Alignment

Viterbo University seeks employees who will embrace the University mission and incorporate our values into their day-to-day work.

Mission

The Viterbo University community prepares students for faithful service and ethical leadership.

Values

• Contemplation, reflecting upon the presence of God in our lives and work
• Hospitality, welcoming everyone we encounter as an honored guest
• Integrity, striving for honesty in everything we say and do
• Service, working for the common good in the spirit of humility and joy
• Stewardship, practicing responsible use of all resources in our trust

About the University

Viterbo University is a private, not-for-profit, Catholic, Franciscan institutions founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in 1871. Viterbo offers a student-centered liberal arts education with a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, the university is nestled along the scenic Mississippi River and surrounded by the stunning bluffs. The local area combines natural beauty with a vibrant, welcoming community, offering opportunities for outdoor recreation, arts and culture. Together, Viterbo and La Crosse provide an exceptional place to live, work, and make a difference.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship at this time.

The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex or engage in sex discrimination in any education program or activity that the university operates. Title IX's mandate not to discriminate on the basis of sex extends to students, employees, applicants for employment, and other persons in all aspects of the university's programs, activities, and operations. Inquiries regarding how Title IX applies to the university may be referred to the university Title IX coordinator, to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights, or to both.

Contact information for the Title IX coordinator is available at www.viterbo.edu/titleix.