Director, Student Success & Transfer Pathways

Occidental College; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Occidental College seeks a Director, Student Academic Success to provide strategic leadership for campus-wide academic advising, transfer pathways, and student retention, guiding the Signature Program integration. You will oversee advising operations, mentorship framework, and data-informed initiatives to boost persistence and graduation rates, collaborating with Academic Affairs and Student Affairs.

This exempt, full-time role reports to the Senior Director and drives campus-wide initiatives

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of progressively responsible administrative, management, and advising experience in a higher education setting.
• Three years of direct supervisory experience, including professional staff supervision and team development; experience in fiscal planning and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead Signature Program implementation and experiential learning initiatives across campus.
• Co-lead Enrollment Advisory/Retention Group and drive data-informed retention initiatives.
• Oversee integrated advising and mentorship framework with faculty, staff, and leadership.
• Direct transfer pathways and community college partnerships with Registrar’s Office and departments.
• Provide strategic oversight of Advising Center operations, budgets, and staff development.
• Oversee advising technology platforms (DegreeWorks, SEAN, PAL, Banner) and implement improvements.
• Serve on Academic Affairs governance groups and contribute to accreditation efforts.
• Guide case management for complex student academic matters in collaboration with campus offices.

Education

Master’s degree in Higher Education, Educational Leadership, or related field

Tools

DegreeWorks

SEAN

PAL

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Job description

Occidental College seeks a Director, Student Academic Success to provide strategic leadership for campus-wide academic advising, transfer pathways, and student retention, guiding the Signature Program integration. You will oversee advising operations, mentorship framework, and data-informed initiatives to boost persistence and graduation rates, collaborating with Academic Affairs and Student Affairs.

This exempt, full-time role reports to the Senior Director and drives campus-wide initiatives