Student Success Academic Advisor

Daemen University; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition waiver

Generous time off

Job summary

Daemen University in Buffalo, NY seeks an experienced academic adviser to provide holistic guidance for undeclared and other student groups, helping them explore programs, select majors, and design educational plans aligned with their goals.

The successful candidate will maintain advising records, support orientation and registration for new students, and collaborate with Campus CARE while promoting confidentiality, inclusion, and student success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; one year in higher education advising preferred.
• Commitment to student success and campus diversity.
• Strong communication with students, staff, and families.
• Confidentiality and professional discretion.
• Proficient in Google Workspace, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic academic advising to assigned student populations.
• Guide students in exploring programs, selecting majors, and educational plans.
• Counsel on curriculum requirements, academic policies, and campus resources.
• Serve as a member of the Campus CARE Team and provide follow‑up and referrals.
• Advocate for students by connecting them with campus resources and support services.
• Assist with new student orientation, advising, and registration for incoming first‑year students.
• Maintain accurate advising records using university systems.
• Advise and assist with the registration of non‑matriculated students and Daemen's High School program.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Organization

Multi-tasking

Detail orientation

Google Workspace

Microsoft Word

Excel

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Daemen University in Buffalo, NY seeks an experienced academic adviser to provide holistic guidance for undeclared and other student groups, helping them explore programs, select majors, and design educational plans aligned with their goals.

The successful candidate will maintain advising records, support orientation and registration for new students, and collaborate with Campus CARE while promoting confidentiality, inclusion, and student success.