Student Success Advisor

West Virginia Northern Community College; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) in Wheeling, WV seeks an advising professional to guide new and returning students, assisting with orientation, academic planning, and progress tracking. The role collaborates with faculty, Admissions, Academic Resource Center, Financial Aid, and the Registrar to support student success.

You will help with transfer planning (2+2), resume writing, and career readiness, along with campus events like job fairs and orientation activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 1 year+ higher education work experience.
• Community college experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise new students including orientation, curricular options, referrals, and progress tracking using college systems.
• Develop education plans, assist with 2+2 transfer options, resume writing, and career readiness; coordinate with Career Coach and job fairs.
• Represent the college at events, support admissions and financial aid, and liaise with faculty and staff campus-wide.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) in Wheeling, WV seeks an advising professional to guide new and returning students, assisting with orientation, academic planning, and progress tracking. The role collaborates with faculty, Admissions, Academic Resource Center, Financial Aid, and the Registrar to support student success.

You will help with transfer planning (2+2), resume writing, and career readiness, along with campus events like job fairs and orientation activities.