Veteran Services Academic Advisor for Student Success & VA Benefits

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 55,397 - 67,708; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

12 paid holidays per year

Customizable health insurance plans

Employer-matched retirement plan

Job summary

The College of Southern Nevada seeks a Senior Academic Advisor to provide advising and orientation services to students, assisting them in navigating their educational experiences.

Located in Las Vegas, this role involves developing success plans, evaluating academic needs, and processing VA education benefits. The ideal candidate has a degree in related fields and at least 3 years of experience in higher education advising.

Qualifications

• 3 years advising experience in a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of policies and procedures related to student services.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide advisement and orientation services to new and returning students.
• Assist students in planning course work and connecting to campus resources.
• Process VA education benefits and serve as a School Certifying Official.

Skills

Advising experience

Critical-thinking skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal communication

Knowledge of VA benefits

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Liberal Arts, Social Science

Tools

MS Office Suite

PeopleSoft

Veterans Affairs reporting system

Job description

The College of Southern Nevada seeks a Senior Academic Advisor to provide advising and orientation services to students, assisting them in navigating their educational experiences.

Located in Las Vegas, this role involves developing success plans, evaluating academic needs, and processing VA education benefits. The ideal candidate has a degree in related fields and at least 3 years of experience in higher education advising.