Student Success Advisor: Guide Freshmen & Transfers

West Virginia University; East Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5-hour work week

13 paid holidays

24 annual leave days per year

18 sick days per year

Health insurance and other benefits

401(a) retirement match

Wellness programs

Job summary

West Virginia University’s Student Success Center is seeking an Advisor at WVU Institute of Technology in Beckley, WV. You will guide undecided students toward a clear program of study and support their transition into degree programs.

You will collaborate with registrars and departments to interpret policies, evaluate transfer credits, monitor progress, and help students navigate course selection and financial aid requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum four years advising or counseling students.
• Experience in academic or student support services.

Responsibilities

• Advise continuing students for the first three semesters of coursework.
• Interpret catalog policies for students matriculating to degree programs.
• Assist with transfer credits and preliminary evaluations with Registrar.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Record keeping

Confidentiality

Cultural competence

Microsoft Office

Student information systems

Teamwork / independence

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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Job description

West Virginia University’s Student Success Center is seeking an Advisor at WVU Institute of Technology in Beckley, WV. You will guide undecided students toward a clear program of study and support their transition into degree programs.

You will collaborate with registrars and departments to interpret policies, evaluate transfer credits, monitor progress, and help students navigate course selection and financial aid requirements.