Hybrid Academic Coach for Transfer Pathways

George Mason University; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University invites applications for the ADVANCE Academic Coach, a hybrid role supporting NOVA transfer students and GMU, with campuses in Loudoun and Annandale. The position provides holistic advising and tailored pathways to help students complete degrees.

Responsibilities include academic advising, degree planning, progress monitoring, and referrals, plus data documentation in CRM, Banner, and SIS. Travel between campuses is required to support students across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Experience in higher education.
• Experience serving diverse student populations.
• Knowledge of academic advising and student support services in higher education.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations, including first-generation, veteran, adult, and underrepresented students.
• Ability to interpret and apply academic policies, degree requirements, and course prerequisites.
• Willingness to travel to GMU campuses and NOVA locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising and success coaching to support NOVA students in preparation for matriculation to GMU.
• Support NOVA students exploring transfer options to GMU in alignment with the ADVANCE mission.
• Support retention efforts through monitoring progress, outreach, and interventions.
• Execute holistic student support services for the ADVANCE program.
• Guide students through NOVA and GMU resources to inform degree progression.
• Provide information and referrals to remove barriers affecting enrollment and success.

Skills

Higher education experience

Advising knowledge

Student support

Communication skills

Diversity experience

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Banner SIS

CRM software

Job description

George Mason University invites applications for the ADVANCE Academic Coach, a hybrid role supporting NOVA transfer students and GMU, with campuses in Loudoun and Annandale. The position provides holistic advising and tailored pathways to help students complete degrees.

Responsibilities include academic advising, degree planning, progress monitoring, and referrals, plus data documentation in CRM, Banner, and SIS. Travel between campuses is required to support students across programs.