Student Success & Pathway Advisor

Savannah College of Art and Design; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Savannah College of Art and Design seeks a dedicated Student Success Adviser to be the primary contact for undergraduate students. You will help students assess interests and map them to SCAD programs, while coordinating with many offices to promote retention and a smooth enrollment process.

You will manage a 400–500 student caseload, guide major/minor choices, and develop training for degree audit software MySCAD and registration navigation. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong communication, organizational and collaborative skills.
• Experience in advising, financial aid, or counseling in higher education preferred.
• Familiarity with university policies and degree programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow a regular communication plan for a caseload of 400 to 500 students.
• Monitor student enrollment and coursework progress.
• Provide counsel on financial aid and student accounts.
• Coordinate services with internal offices to promote student retention.
• Assist with major and minor selections.
• Develop programs for degree audit software MySCAD and web registration navigation.
• Document student contacts in Salesforce.
• Lead first year experience courses.
• Participate in SCADbound events with new students and parents.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Student advising

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Banner

Microsoft Office

Job description

Savannah College of Art and Design seeks a dedicated Student Success Adviser to be the primary contact for undergraduate students. You will help students assess interests and map them to SCAD programs, while coordinating with many offices to promote retention and a smooth enrollment process.

You will manage a 400–500 student caseload, guide major/minor choices, and develop training for degree audit software MySCAD and registration navigation. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.