Student Success Advisor: Guided Pathways

Rhodes-State-College; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhodes-State-College seeks an Advisor who will provide proactive, developmental academic advising to new and assigned students, focusing on onboarding, curriculum, success, and completion. The role emphasizes an advising-as-teaching mindset and quick learner with empathy, supporting student persistence through guided pathways and campus resources.

The role involves building rapport, planning study loads, coordinating with departments, and using technology to document progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, counseling, or a related field.
• Evening and weekend hours may be required.
• One to three years of experience in academic advising or related higher education role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software.
• Commitment to serving underrepresented populations and supporting a diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Create rapport and build relationships to promote student success and retention.
• Guide students in developing a plan of study to meet degree requirements.
• Facilitate problem-solving, planning, and goal setting.
• Connect advisees to campus resources according to individual needs.
• Support proactive outreach to monitor student progress.
• Provide information and resources to support student persistence and completion for faculty.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Organizational skills

Empathy

Relationship building

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, counseling, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rhodes-State-College seeks an Advisor who will provide proactive, developmental academic advising to new and assigned students, focusing on onboarding, curriculum, success, and completion. The role emphasizes an advising-as-teaching mindset and quick learner with empathy, supporting student persistence through guided pathways and campus resources.

The role involves building rapport, planning study loads, coordinating with departments, and using technology to document progress.