Student Success Advisor: Academic Planning & Guidance

California State University; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego State University’s Center for Student Success seeks an Academic Advisor to guide undergraduate students through degree planning, general education, impaction, and graduation requirements. You will advise current, prospective, and former students via appointments, groups, and virtual sessions.

You will monitor progress, assist students on probation, and refer to campus resources while supporting programs like orientation, commencements, and retention initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in college/university advising or related student services.
• Ability to interpret and explain university policies and graduation requirements.
• Experience supporting students on probation or at risk of academic difficulty.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload of students and advise on degree requirements.
• Develop individualized graduation and academic plans.
• Counsel students on probation and those with academic difficulties; provide referrals.

Skills

Student advising

Curriculum planning

University policy interpretation

Public speaking

Counseling skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

my.SDSU

uAchieve

SDSU Navigate (EAB)

Job description

San Diego State University’s Center for Student Success seeks an Academic Advisor to guide undergraduate students through degree planning, general education, impaction, and graduation requirements. You will advise current, prospective, and former students via appointments, groups, and virtual sessions.

You will monitor progress, assist students on probation, and refer to campus resources while supporting programs like orientation, commencements, and retention initiatives.