TRIO SSS Academic Advisor for First-Gen Students

UWOSH University of Wisconsin Oshkosh; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Oshkosh is seeking a Trio SSS Academic Advisor to support a caseload of about 100–110 students enrolled in the TRIO SSS program. The role focuses on academic advising, life skills, and career planning to increase persistence and graduation rates.

Evening and weekend hours may be required. The position aligns with federal TRIO goals, offering opportunities to engage first‑generation and income‑eligible students and coordinate services across campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience with educational programs preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with students, faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to a caseload of ~100–110 SSS participants.
• Support student success, life skills, career planning, financial literacy, and financial aid guidance.
• Assist in intake and eligibility processes for TRIO SSS participation.
• Develop individualized success plans and monitor student progress in Navigation and PeopleSoft.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree

Job description

UW Oshkosh is seeking a Trio SSS Academic Advisor to support a caseload of about 100–110 students enrolled in the TRIO SSS program. The role focuses on academic advising, life skills, and career planning to increase persistence and graduation rates.

Evening and weekend hours may be required. The position aligns with federal TRIO goals, offering opportunities to engage first‑generation and income‑eligible students and coordinate services across campus.