Pre-Health Academic Advisor & Student Success

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit is seeking an experienced Academic Advisor I/II to join the University Advising Center. The advisor will support pre-health students from orientation through professional school applications, and assist with the WSU Phoenix program across multiple schools and units.

Responsibilities include one-on-one and group advising, career development support, and collaboration with colleagues to nurture student success. Evening/weekend hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required for Academic Advisor I. A master's degree in Counseling, Higher Ed. Leadership, Student Personnel Services, or related field required for Academic Advisor II.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate as needed and work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with navigating pre-health curriculums and prerequisite requirements.
• Provide advising and registration support during first-year and transfer orientation.
• Offer group and one-on-one advising, plus career development guidance.
• Support administration for the WSU Phoenix program, including scheduling and communications.
• Maintain thorough notes in the STARS advising system and participate in program planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Advising experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (required for Advisor II)

Tools

STARS Advising Platform

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wayne State University in Detroit is seeking an experienced Academic Advisor I/II to join the University Advising Center. The advisor will support pre-health students from orientation through professional school applications, and assist with the WSU Phoenix program across multiple schools and units.

Responsibilities include one-on-one and group advising, career development support, and collaboration with colleagues to nurture student success. Evening/weekend hours may be required.