Senior Academic Advisor & Student Success Lead

George Mason University; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University in Fairfax, VA invites applications for a Senior Academic Advisor. The role leads the undergraduate advising team and supports student services, recruitment, orientation, and campus outreach to help students complete degrees.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, strong communication, confidentiality, and experience coordinating in an academic setting. The position is full-time, hybrid eligible, and requires use of the university CRM and degree audit tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a professional administrative environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Directs undergraduate advising focused on degree planning and progress.
• Provides administrative support for student services activities.
• Oversees Recruitment & Orientation activities.
• Participates in program development and special projects.
• Maintains advising records in the university CRM and degree audit systems.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Independent initiative

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

George Mason University in Fairfax, VA invites applications for a Senior Academic Advisor. The role leads the undergraduate advising team and supports student services, recruitment, orientation, and campus outreach to help students complete degrees.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, strong communication, confidentiality, and experience coordinating in an academic setting. The position is full-time, hybrid eligible, and requires use of the university CRM and degree audit tools.