Campus Academic Advisor for Student Success & Retention

Westfield State University; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield State University is seeking an Academic Advisor to provide comprehensive, student-centered advising for a diverse undergrad population. You will work with faculty advisors and offices to support retention, timely graduation, and equity.

The role requires data-informed advising, program development, and supervision of student employees. Occasional evening/weekend hours may be required to support programs and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, holistic academic advising to an assigned caseload of undergraduate students, in collaboration with faculty advisors, to support informed decision-making, retention, and on-time graduation.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Advising

Cultural competence

FERPA knowledge

Data management & reporting

Presentation skills

Time management

Evening/weekend availability

Collaboration

Policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Banner

Degree Works

Starfish (WSU 360)

Argos

Zoom

Job description

Westfield State University is seeking an Academic Advisor to provide comprehensive, student-centered advising for a diverse undergrad population. You will work with faculty advisors and offices to support retention, timely graduation, and equity.

The role requires data-informed advising, program development, and supervision of student employees. Occasional evening/weekend hours may be required to support programs and events.