Senior Academic Advisor & Student Success Lead

Savannah State University; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Savannah State University is seeking a Senior Academic Advisor in Savannah, GA to balance direct student support with advising team leadership. The role manages a student caseload while guiding retention initiatives, advisor development, and collaboration with campus stakeholders to promote degree completion.

The position requires at least a bachelor's in counseling or education, 3+ years of advising, and flexibility for nights/weekends; salary ranges from $55,000 to $60,000 per year, with no

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, education, psychology or special education given priority
• A minimum of three (3) years of advising experience
• Must be able to work flexible hours (nights and weekends) and attend annual training

Responsibilities

• Provide support to advising staff
• Monitor advising effectiveness, student success metrics, retention trends, and program outcomes
• Maintain a caseload of students and provide comprehensive academic advisement and support
• Monitor student academic progress and proactively engage students who may be at risk
• Collaborate with faculty and student support staff to address academic concerns and barriers to student achievement
• Maintain accurate advising records and documentation while ensuring confidentiality and FERPA compliance

Skills

Student advising

Retention strategies

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in counseling or education

Master's degree

Tools

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PAWS

Job description

Savannah State University is seeking a Senior Academic Advisor in Savannah, GA to balance direct student support with advising team leadership. The role manages a student caseload while guiding retention initiatives, advisor development, and collaboration with campus stakeholders to promote degree completion.

The position requires at least a bachelor's in counseling or education, 3+ years of advising, and flexibility for nights/weekends; salary ranges from $55,000 to $60,000 per year, with no