Proactive Academic Advisor — Lake Campus, Celina OH

Wright State University; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University’s Lake Campus in Celina, OH seeks an Academic Advisor to promote student success and timely progression toward a degree. This role focuses on proactive advising and personalized student support within a collaborative Lake Campus setting.

You will monitor student progress in Banner and related systems, advise on curricula, and guide decisions about fields of study and course selection, contributing to a positive student experience and retention.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or BA with 2+ years of advising-related experience.
• Direct advising experience with students; internships/practicums acceptable.
• Experience using university information systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive academic advising to support success and retention.
• Advise students on curricula, degree requirements, and major selection.
• Clarify policies and guide students through decisions.
• Monitor progress using Banner, DARS, and RAPS for timely actions.
• Assist with transfer credit evaluation and letters of recommendation.
• Participate in orientation, outreach, and collaborative campus activities.

Skills

Student advising

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Tools

Banner Admin

DARS

RAPS

EAB-SSC Campus

Job description

Wright State University’s Lake Campus in Celina, OH seeks an Academic Advisor to promote student success and timely progression toward a degree. This role focuses on proactive advising and personalized student support within a collaborative Lake Campus setting.

You will monitor student progress in Banner and related systems, advise on curricula, and guide decisions about fields of study and course selection, contributing to a positive student experience and retention.