Junior/Senior Student Advisor

Southeastern Louisiana University; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Louisiana University invites applications for the position of Junior/Senior Student Advisor. The role focuses on guiding students in academic planning, goal setting, problem-solving and navigation of educational resources.

The advisor will build positive relationships to promote academic success, personal growth and retention. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience supporting students in postsecondary environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Two (2) years of work experience.
• Minimum one (1) year working with students in a postsecondary setting.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Social media publishing tools

Job description

Thank you for your interest in employment withSoutheastern Louisiana University.Southeastern Louisiana University’s DepartmentofTRIO‑StudentSupportServices invites applications for the position ofJunior/SeniorStudentAdvisor.Applicants should be a dedicated and student‑focused professional with strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.Experienced in supporting students with academic planning, goal setting, problem‑solving, and navigating educational resources.Committed to building positive relationships with students and providing guidance that promotes academic success, personal growth, and retention.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’sDegreefrom an accredited university (preferably in Education, Counseling, Socialwork, or Psychology)
• Two (2) year's work experience
• Minimum one (1) year working with students in a postsecondary setting

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Effective interpersonal skills that will allow the applicant to relate to the complex educational and personal needs of low‑income, first generation participants and student with disabilities
• Applicants whose backgrounds are similar to students served is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with low‑income, first generation participants and students with disabilities in postsecondary environments.
• Ability to use computer‑based technology to complete tasks.
• Ability to plan, create, publish and share content on social media.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
• Names and contact information for 3 references

PostingCloseDateAugust26,2026

PleaseNote: Applications must be completed and submitted by11:59p.m.on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals.Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

Southeastern Louisiana University’s core values are focused on providing a caring personal environment and an academic environment of excellence.We work to lead the educational, economic and cultural development of the region with educational programs based on vital and evolving curricula that address emerging priorities and needs of the state and the students it serves.

Southeastern Louisiana University is an AA/ADA/EEO employer.Southeastern recruits, selects, employs and promotes without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information in its admission and recruitment of students, educational programs, and activities, or employment policies.

Southeastern Louisiana University may require a criminal background check to be conducted on candidate(s) selected for hire and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials.