Student Success Advisor – Transfer & Academic Planning

University of Nebraska - Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is hiring an Academic Advisor I. This role involves advising UNO students to guide their educational experience and professional development, assisting with transfer credit evaluations, supporting student retention, onboarding new students, and participating in strategic planning and university activities.

Responsibilities include managing advising caseload, evaluating transfer credits, coaching students facing difficulties, orienting new admittees, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree and experience in advising, recruitment, or retention preferred.
• Experience with transfer credit evaluations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage advising caseload and provide guidance from admission through graduation.
• Evaluate transfer credits to facilitate degree progress.
• Support student retention through progress monitoring and engagement.
• Orient new students and explain institutional processes.
• Participate in recruiting activities and promote UNO programs.
• Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvements.

Skills

Advising experience

Student retention strategies

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is hiring an Academic Advisor I. This role involves advising UNO students to guide their educational experience and professional development, assisting with transfer credit evaluations, supporting student retention, onboarding new students, and participating in strategic planning and university activities.

Responsibilities include managing advising caseload, evaluating transfer credits, coaching students facing difficulties, orienting new admittees, and