Job Title: Lead Academic Advisor

Purdue University College of Engineering-Office of Academic Affairs; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue University invites applications for a Lead Academic Advisor in West Lafayette, IN. This role combines direct student advising with leadership responsibilities to strengthen advising practices across the college and university.

The position focuses on students pursuing nursing pathways within the School of Nursing, offering mentorship, program leadership, and collaboration with campus partners to advance student success and continuous program improvement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Five years of higher education advising or related experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with faculty, staff, students and parents.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support students with academic, career, and personal decisions.
• Guide course selection, degree planning, and progression toward graduation.
• Use student success data to conduct audits and proactive outreach.
• Provide leadership and training to other academic advisors.
• Collaborate with campus partners to advance advising initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Policy interpretation

Organization

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Lead Academic Advisor

City: West Lafayette

Job Summary

At Purdue University, academic advising is a transformational partnership that empowers students to define their path, achieve their goals, and make meaningful contributions to their communities and future professions. As a Lead Academic Advisor, you will play a critical role in advancing student success while providing leadership, mentorship, and expertise that strengthens advising practices across the college and university.

The College of Health and Human Sciences is currently seeking a Lead Academic Advisor to work primarily with students pursuing a major in the School of Nursing. In this role, you will combine direct student advising with leadership responsibilities that support advisor development, strategic initiatives, and continuous improvement. As a trusted resource and subject matter expert, you will guide students through their academic journeys while helping shape the advising experience through staff development, program leadership, and collaboration with campus partners. This position offers an opportunity to make a broad and lasting impact, influencing both individual student outcomes and the overall effectiveness of advising services.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support students through a student-centered approach that empowers them to make informed academic, career, and personal decisions.
• Guide students in course selection, registration, degree planning, and progress toward graduation.
• Utilize student success data to conduct degree audits, monitor academic progress, and provide proactive outreach and support.
• Connect students with campus programs, experiential learning opportunities, and resources that enhance their academic and personal development.
• Assess student needs and facilitate referrals to appropriate university resources and support services.
• Educate students on university policies, procedures, systems, and requirements while maintaining accurate and confidential student records.
• Maintain consistent communication and engagement with assigned students to foster success, belonging, and persistence.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in advising policies, practices, and student success strategies within the advising unit.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, coaching, and training to academic advisors, promoting advising excellence and professional growth.
• Develop, implement, and support departmental and university-wide advising training initiatives and best practices.
• Lead or contribute to advising-related committees, programs, and strategic initiatives that support student success and continuous improvement.
• Support the oversight of college- or department-level advising programs, using data and best practices to enhance the student experience and advising outcomes.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to advance advising initiatives, student support efforts, and institutional goals.

What Sets This Role Apart

This role offers the opportunity to influence student success on a broader scale than traditional advising positions. In addition to supporting individual students, you'll contribute directly to undergraduate nursing curriculum planning, admissions strategy, accreditation reporting, course demand forecasting, and student success initiatives. You'll collaborate closely with faculty leadership and university partners while serving as a trusted expert who helps shape the future of nursing education at Purdue.

As an affiliate of the School of Nursing, you'll join a community dedicated to preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals through innovation, compassion, and excellence. Your work will help ensure students not only succeed academically but are prepared to make a meaningful impact on the patients and communities they serve.

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree.
• Five years of experience in higher education, advising, student success, or related field.

Skills Needed

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, students and parents.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and administer academic policy necessary.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and resolve conflict.
• Basic skills in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

What Is Helpful

• Knowledge of programs and majors at Purdue University.

Additional Information

• For full consideration, please include an updated cover letter and resume with your application.
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Career Stream

• Professional 4
• Pay Band S065
• Job Code #20002154

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