Engineering Academic Advisor: Student Success & Retention

Lamar-University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar University’s College of Engineering is seeking an entry-level Academic Advisor to guide undergraduate students in engineering programs, manage matriculation, and support retention.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Academic for Student Success, the advisor will use Banner, Navigate, and DegreeWorks to document progress, develop academic plans, and connect students with tutoring and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1 year of experience in academic advising or related field.

Responsibilities

• Advise undergraduate engineering students through matriculation and term support.
• Use advising systems to track progress and maintain records.
• Develop academic plans and provide guidance on degree requirements.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to support student success.
• Lead initiatives to improve student engagement and retention.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Data gathering

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Banner

Navigate

DegreeWorks

CRM/Slate

Job description

Lamar University’s College of Engineering is seeking an entry-level Academic Advisor to guide undergraduate students in engineering programs, manage matriculation, and support retention.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Academic for Student Success, the advisor will use Banner, Navigate, and DegreeWorks to document progress, develop academic plans, and connect students with tutoring and services.