Student Success Advisor (Flexible Schedule)

Elgin Community College; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)

Paid Time Off

Professional Development/Expense

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Sick Banks

Job summary

Elgin Community College seeks an educational advisor to guide students in exploring academic and career objectives and to establish completion plans. The role involves documenting services, following up on progress, and coordinating with campus resources for student success.

You will support diverse student populations, work flexible hours, and contribute to retention initiatives through workshops and collaboration with other offices. A bachelor's degree is required, with a master's preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Human Services, or related field and one year of related experience.
• Knowledge of student development theory including culture, gender, class, environment and age.
• Knowledge of college policies affecting enrollment, financial aid and graduation.
• Knowledge of college and community resources for students.
• Ability to advise and coach others and identify when extra help is needed.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to document student services in electronic systems.
• Ability to present information in group settings or workshops.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer/software usage.
• Availability to work days, evenings, and/or weekends.
• Bilingual Spanish proficiency may be required depending on population.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising focused on new, continuing and returning students.
• Establish an education plan for each student and monitor progress toward completion.
• Offer one-on-one personalized support to address retention factors.
• Cover for coworkers when advising is short-staffed or busy.
• Assist with developing a comprehensive student support system and college events.
• Provide academic support including teaching technology self-help.
• Collaborate with Wellness and Career Development Services as needed.
• Make referrals to external agencies and other resources when appropriate.
• Use technology to monitor progress toward degree or certificate completion.
• Possibly specialize in areas like program retention or bilingual populations.
• Share insights on needs and trends with supervisor and implement solutions.
• Participate in professional associations and stay current with knowledge.

Skills

Student advising

Communication skills

Verbal and written communications

Documentation in electronic system

Group presentation skills

Microsoft Office

Time management

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Human Services, or related field

Master's degree in a related field desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Elgin Community College seeks an educational advisor to guide students in exploring academic and career objectives and to establish completion plans. The role involves documenting services, following up on progress, and coordinating with campus resources for student success.

You will support diverse student populations, work flexible hours, and contribute to retention initiatives through workshops and collaboration with other offices. A bachelor's degree is required, with a master's preferred.