Student Success Advisor: Academic Advising & Degree Planning

Purdue University; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 45,900 - 56,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation days

Retirement plan

Tuition remission

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Purdue University Northwest is seeking an Academic and Student Success Advisor to provide comprehensive advising to students on majors, course selection, and academic planning. The role emphasizes proactive outreach, accurate records, and supporting student growth within a supportive campus environment.

The position requires a Master’s degree and several years of advising experience, with familiarity in Navigate, Slate, Degree Works, Cognos, and UniTime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree not required; Master’s degree required and experience in academic advising preferred.
• Experience with higher education advising and retention-related activities is expected.
• Ability to document student progress and communicate with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide general advising to students on major and course selection.
• Assist with degree planning and course sequencing using Degree Works.
• Document student interactions and advising outcomes in scheduling software.
• Participate in recruitment activities and outreach events.

Skills

Advising

Student success coaching

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Navigate

Slate

Degree Works

Cognos

UniTime Scheduling Assistant

Job description

Purdue University Northwest is seeking an Academic and Student Success Advisor to provide comprehensive advising to students on majors, course selection, and academic planning. The role emphasizes proactive outreach, accurate records, and supporting student growth within a supportive campus environment.

The position requires a Master’s degree and several years of advising experience, with familiarity in Navigate, Slate, Degree Works, Cognos, and UniTime.