Date Posted: March 25, 2021

Deadline: February 25, 2021

Organization: Lander University

Location: Greenwood

City: Greenwood

Website: View Website

Job Type: Full Time

Wages/Salary: Hire Range: $35,000 - $36,000 annually

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree with at least one year of responsible experience in counseling, college admissions, programming, student services, marketing, or related area is required. Must have strong communication, computer and public speaking skills. A valid driver's license and safe driving history are required. Must have strong skills in providing excellent customer service and demonstrate strong ethics. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree and related experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to interpret and communicate University policies and procedures, academic requirements, campus resources, and support services. Sensitivity to the needs of a diverse student population, including minority and international students. Strong interpersonal/human relations skills; ability to encourage and empower students to make their own decisions; ability to act as an advocate for both the student and the University. Ability to identify students' needs for support services in order to make appropriate referrals; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to operate a personal computer and various software packages; and ability to work a flexible schedule. 

Job Description:

The Student Success Advisor's primary duty will be the advising and retention of students. The Student Success Advisor is responsible to provide advising and support to students through the registration process; aid students in exploring various major and career options; and help students design and carry out plans for improving the academic performance. The position will support a variety of retention and advising efforts and reports to the Assistant Vice President for Student Success. Occasional travel may be required. Opportunities to teach a college seminar or first year experience course may be possible for those with a Master’s degree.

Schedule:
University Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday
Position Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
To include some nights and weekends
Application Process:
Apply online
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