Exploratory Student Success Advisor

Recent Jobs; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Recent Jobs is seeking a Student Success Advisor to support UF Preview operations and provide centralized advising for exploratory students as they explore academic pathways and prepare for degree programs. The role focuses on retention, persistence, and informed academic decision-making within a university setting.

The position involves developing programs, workshops, and outreach to help students transition into majors and graduate on time, while collaborating with multiple colleges and campus

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in academic advising, student success, student development, or related student support services within a higher education setting.
• Strong understanding of student success principles, academic planning, and the factors that contribute to student retention and persistence.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic academic advising and support for exploratory students, helping them evaluate academic options, establish goals, and develop plans for successful transition into degree-granting majors.
• Monitor student progress and implement proactive outreach strategies to support retention, persistence, and timely graduation.
• Guide students through academic exploration and major-selection processes using advising best practices and data-informed interventions.
• Develop and facilitate courses, workshops, presentations, and other educational programming focused on academic exploration, student success, and transition support.
• Coordinate initiatives that connect students with academic resources, campus services, and experiential learning opportunities.
• Support the planning and delivery of the academic component of UF Preview Orientation.
• Collaborate with UF colleges, advising units, and campus partners to enhance student support services and promote awareness of academic pathways.
• Coordinate and support university-wide exploratory learning and engagement initiatives, including events that encourage exploration of majors, minors, and career options.
• Maintain accurate student records and utilize university systems and technologies to document advising interactions and monitor student outcomes.
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and university committees, trainings, and initiatives that advance the mission of UESS and student success at the University of Florida.

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Recent Jobs is seeking a Student Success Advisor to support UF Preview operations and provide centralized advising for exploratory students as they explore academic pathways and prepare for degree programs. The role focuses on retention, persistence, and informed academic decision-making within a university setting.

The position involves developing programs, workshops, and outreach to help students transition into majors and graduate on time, while collaborating with multiple colleges and campus