Academic Success Advisor: Student Impact & Programs

DePaul University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable University environment

Tuition waivers for employees and/or 


Retirement plan matching 8%

Generous paid time off and holidays

Full-Time Benefits

Job summary

DePaul University’s College of Computing and Digital Media seeks an Academic Advisor to deliver advising services to CDM students, handling a caseload and supporting the CDM Academic Success Center programs and services. You will review curricula, assist with transcripts, orientation, retention efforts, and coordinate with offices for events while upholding confidentiality and professional standards.

Bachelor’s degree required with advising experience preferred; knowledge of PeopleSoft/Oracle is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• Previous academic advising experience preferred.
• Knowledge of University operations.
• Commitment to continual process improvement and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of academic advising theory and practice.
• Respect for diverse backgrounds and strong ethics.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic advising to new and continuing CDM students and supports CDM Academic Success Center programs.
• Conducts curriculum review, course sequence planning, and transcript reviews.
• Assists with orientation, retention efforts, and degree conferral processes.
• Supports events such as orientation, workshops, commencements, and family weekend.
• Interacts with faculty, offices, and students, interpreting policies and assisting with petitions.
• Maintains confidentiality and participates in professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Group presentation skills

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

PeopleSoft/Oracle Cloud

Outlook

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

DePaul University’s College of Computing and Digital Media seeks an Academic Advisor to deliver advising services to CDM students, handling a caseload and supporting the CDM Academic Success Center programs and services. You will review curricula, assist with transcripts, orientation, retention efforts, and coordinate with offices for events while upholding confidentiality and professional standards.

Bachelor’s degree required with advising experience preferred; knowledge of PeopleSoft/Oracle is