Student Success Advisor

Seton Hall University; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time Benefits

Job summary

Seton Hall University invites applications for a Student Success Advisor in the Center for Academic Success in South Orange, NJ. The role focuses on guiding first-year students toward academic and personal goals and connecting them with campus resources.

Responsibilities include advising on course registration, monitoring progress through 30 credits, and supporting orientation events. The position also involves teaching CORE-1001 University Life and contributing to curriculum development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• 2 years experience in educational setting.
• Teaching or tutoring experience in an education setting.
• Familiarity with EAB, Banner and Degree Works.

Responsibilities

• Advising students' course registration and monitoring academic progress throughout the first year (up to 30 credits).
• Attend New Student Orientations and assist with Open Houses and other initiatives.
• Instruct 3–4 sections of CORE-1001 University Life Course and contribute to curriculum development.
• Mentor and academically advise students throughout the first year.
• Be knowledgeable of FERPA, Title IX, campus policies and resources.

Skills

Student advising

Course registration

Orientation events

FERPA knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Higher Ed / Counseling / Social Work

Tools

EAB

Banner

Degree Works

Job description

Job No: 497494

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Location: South Orange

Categories: Administrator

The Center for Academic Success (CAS) is seeking a collaborative, student-centered individual who values excellence in student services and is committed to holistic student success to serve as a Student Success Advisor at Seton Hall University.

Student Success Advisors serve as the initial point of contact for First-Year student adjustment to university life. They help students clarify personal, academic, and career goals; assist with the development and evaluation of University Life and Skills Courses; academically advise students for course registration; monitor academic progress; and connect students to campus resources throughout their first year.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Advising students' course registration and monitoring academic progress throughout a student's first year (up to 30 credits).
• Attending/working all New Student Orientations, assisting with Open Houses, Pirate Previews, and other collaborative initiatives led by Enrollment Services and the Office of Student Engagement.
• Serving as an Instructor for 3 - 4 sections of the Fall semester CORE-1001 University Life Course which all first-year students must take; Contributing to the development and evaluation of the course curriculum. Instructions for this course are included in the advisor's base pay.
• Mentoring, academically advising, and guiding students throughout the first year.
• Being knowledgeable of campus resources and supports. Must be knowledgeable of FERPA, Title IX, Campus Security, and all other required university policies and procedures.
• Serving on Center for Academic Success teams/initiatives or University committees as assigned by the Assistant Vice President/Dean or Associate Dean.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree Required. In Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work or other related field.

Desired Qualifications

• 2 years experience working within educational setting.
• Teaching or tutoring experience in an education setting.
• Experience or familiarity with EAB, Banner and Degree Works.

Salary Range

$40,000 - $55,000

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Benefits Information

Full Time Benefits

Life today is complex. That's why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.

These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.

Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University's mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.

Advertised: 09 September 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Application Closes: Eastern Daylight Time