Student Success Advisor: Academic & Study Away

University of New Hampshire; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Hampshire, located in Manchester, seeks an experienced adviser to support a diverse undergraduate cohort. You will guide students through degree requirements, policies, and goal setting, using motivational interviewing and appreciative advising techniques.

As the study away advising lead, you will coordinate eligibility, information sessions, and programming in collaboration with UNH Global, while contributing to student success and retention initiatives across the college.

Qualifications

• Commitment to student-centered advising approach.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Proven knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows based computer applications.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Advise a diverse undergraduate student population across UNH Manchester.
• Engage students in reflective conversations about degree requirements and policies.
• Use motivational interviewing and appreciative advising to help students set goals.
• Lead for UNH Manchester Study Away advising and collaborate with UNH Global.

Skills

Student advising

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, psychology, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows

Job description

The University of New Hampshire, located in Manchester, seeks an experienced adviser to support a diverse undergraduate cohort. You will guide students through degree requirements, policies, and goal setting, using motivational interviewing and appreciative advising techniques.

As the study away advising lead, you will coordinate eligibility, information sessions, and programming in collaboration with UNH Global, while contributing to student success and retention initiatives across the college.