Indigenous Student Success Advisor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; City of Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

TIAA retirement plans

Generous vacation, sick and personal时间

Job summary

Bard College is seeking a full-time Academic Advisor to support Indigenous students through scholarships and programs under the Center for Indigenous Studies. The role reports to the Director of Educational Opportunity Programs and collaborates with the Center for Indigenous Studies staff.

The advisor will provide holistic guidance, help students set goals, monitor progress, and navigate scholarships and policies, while maintaining confidential records and coordinating with multiple campus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred but not required.
• Experience working with Indigenous students in post-secondary contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic advising (academic, personal and social) to Indigenous Scholars.
• Assist with option exploration, goal setting and action planning.
• Monitor academic progress and support transitions to work or graduate school.
• Counsel on scholarships and financial aid and explain policies.
• Support students with personal and campus transition needs.
• Explain registration prerequisites and ensure timely course adjustments.
• Provide culturally grounded feedback and communicate respectfully.
• Plan and implement Indigenous programming in collaboration with Financial Aid.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Spanish language

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Bard College is seeking a full-time Academic Advisor to support Indigenous students through scholarships and programs under the Center for Indigenous Studies. The role reports to the Director of Educational Opportunity Programs and collaborates with the Center for Indigenous Studies staff.

The advisor will provide holistic guidance, help students set goals, monitor progress, and navigate scholarships and policies, while maintaining confidential records and coordinating with multiple campus