Academic Advisor – Student Services

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Overview / Job Summary:
The Academic Advisor will seek to increase enrollment, retention and
completion rates of students in assigned programs. Work with new and
returning students to create degree plans, provide referrals and be a
liaison to internal and external resources as needed, and actively
participate in the early warning alert process. Positions funded in
whole by external grants may be subject to immediate termination if the
grant funding ceases. Those positions funded in part by external grants
will be reviewed by the College for viability in the absence of grant
funds.

Your day-to-dayresponsibilitieswill vary, but are not limited to:

– Supports efforts to convert prospective students into enrolled
students through outreach and follow up in order to meet enrollment
goals.
– Assists students through the enrollment process by helping them
understand how to do business with the college and be ready to learn
on the first day of class.
– Advises and assists students in the selection and scheduling of
courses.
– Helps students understand the available support services at the
college as well as community organizations in order to maximize
their opportunity for success
– Maintains knowledge of all College programs and resources; maintains
academic records and information in the ERP system.
– Provides students with information via virtual or in person, phone,
email, and U.S mail.

As an Academic Advisor at WSU Tech, youll experience the excitement of
guiding students on their journey to success. Witnessing the
transformation as students earn their certificates and degrees is
incredibly rewarding, and you have the opportunity to be a vital part of
their journey. Your role is to empower students to reach their goals and
realize their full potential, making a lasting impact on their lives and
futures.

Education:

– Associate Degree required; Bachelorspreferred.

Required/Preferred Requirements:

– Two or more years of professional experience working in higher
education, preferred.
– Ability to work with a diverse population.
– Self-starter who is motivated to assist the college accomplish goals
of recruiting and informing prospective students of their options
with the college.
– Ability to maintain calm and positive demeanor in stressful
situations.
– Excellent, customer oriented, written and verbal communication
skills.
– Ability to work independently with little supervision.
– User-level knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel required.
– Ability to prioritize with strong organization skills.
– An operating knowledge of Student Services software, such as Banner,
is required within three months of entering the position.

WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an
environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We
acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences,
talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a
talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic
prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.