Hybrid Senior Academic Advisor for Student Success

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5-hour work week

13 paid holidays

24 annual leave days

18 sick days

Health insurance

401(a) retirement match

Wellness programs

Job summary

West Virginia University’s John Chambers College of Business and Economics is accepting applications for a Hybrid Senior Academic Advisor. The role focuses on advising students, coordinating programs, and partnering with dean/director to advance student success.

The position emphasizes work-life balance and a comprehensive benefits package, including holidays, leave, health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs, with a responsibility to maintain up-to-date academic guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• 3+ years advising or counseling experience.
• 2+ years program planning/management experience.
• Equivalent education/experience considered.
• All qualifications must be met by employment.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements and coordinates programming including recruitment, orientation, academies and retention initiatives.
• Assists senior leadership in analyzing enrollment data to improve retention and completion.
• Collaborates with recruitment staff to increase yield of new admits.
• Advises students on selecting majors, career paths and degree planning.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of policies and degree requirements.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Banner

DegreeWorks

Student Success Collaborative Campus

Job description

West Virginia University’s John Chambers College of Business and Economics is accepting applications for a Hybrid Senior Academic Advisor. The role focuses on advising students, coordinating programs, and partnering with dean/director to advance student success.

The position emphasizes work-life balance and a comprehensive benefits package, including holidays, leave, health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs, with a responsibility to maintain up-to-date academic guidance.