Student Success Advisor – Liberal Arts

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking an Academic Success Coordinator in Fort Collins. This 12-month, full-time role advises students, supports degree progression, and implements strategies to improve retention and timely graduation.

The ASC collaborates across CLA and uses campus systems to monitor progress. The position participates in Ram Welcome, orientation events, and cross-department initiatives, while maintaining a strong focus on diverse student populations and ethically guiding students

Qualifications

• MA in liberal arts or BA in liberal arts with a master's in Student Affairs in Higher Education/related field.
• Experience working directly with diverse student populations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to serving first- and second-year students and graduation targets.

Responsibilities

• Advise CLA majors on curriculum, course offerings, and degree progress.
• Maintain advising notes and track student performance across terms.
• Implement proactive outreach to at-risk students and assist probation scenarios.
• Guide course selection, registration, sequencing, and credit load recommendations.
• Support orientation, Ram Welcome events, and recruitment activities.
• Collaborate with CLA departments and campus partners to promote student success.
• Analyze data and contribute to reports through university systems.

Education

MA in liberal arts

BA in liberal arts + master's in Student Affairs in Higher Education

Tools

InstitutionalResearch Systems

Job description

Colorado State University is seeking an Academic Success Coordinator in Fort Collins. This 12-month, full-time role advises students, supports degree progression, and implements strategies to improve retention and timely graduation.

The ASC collaborates across CLA and uses campus systems to monitor progress. The position participates in Ram Welcome, orientation events, and cross-department initiatives, while maintaining a strong focus on diverse student populations and ethically guiding students