Engineering Academic Advisor - Student Success Leader

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University’s Engineering | Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering department is seeking a Senior Academic Advisor to foster student success through proactive advising strategies. You will advise on university policy, degree requirements, and related academic matters, and coordinate orientation activities.

The role may involve leading advising initiatives and mentoring new advisors to strengthen the advising community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required and 4 years’ advising experience.
• Deep knowledge of programs, policies, and FERPA guidelines.
• Strong communication with context, policy and program change recommendations.
• Ability to mentor other advisors and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Foster student success by proactive advising strategies.
• Advise on university policy, degree requirements, and academic matters.
• Coordinate and execute student orientation and related activities.
• Train and mentor new advisors and lead advising community initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

FERPA knowledge

Mentoring

Cultural competence

Policy recommendation

Education

Master's degree

Tools

SIS (Student Information System)

Job description

Ohio State University’s Engineering | Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering department is seeking a Senior Academic Advisor to foster student success through proactive advising strategies. You will advise on university policy, degree requirements, and related academic matters, and coordinate orientation activities.

The role may involve leading advising initiatives and mentoring new advisors to strengthen the advising community.