Advisor for Academic Success (73034)

Position Summary 

The Advisor for Academic Success is an entry-level professional role that provides first- and second-year students with individualized support in academic curriculum knowledge, career, and academic guidance. This role requires collaboration with academic faculty and staff. Academic Advisors assist with students’ personal or social issues and encourage the use of other resources provided to students on campus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide academic and career advice to first- and second-year students on applicable course selections, academic and University policies and procedures. Average case load is approximately up to 200 students.  Expectations are to meet with each student at least two to three times a semester. 
• Monitor student academic progress and regularly communicate with students regarding their academic progress.
• Retain advising records and comply with FERPA regulations.
• Provide semester overview of advising appointments including qualitative data on advising and produce reports as needed
• Work directly with, as needed, faculty, division chairs/program directors and school deans.
• Utilize electronic forms and technology to support students
• Utilize higher education software to manage office tasks
• Respond to emails in a professional and timely manner
• Represent department at recruiting and orientation events
• Represent department as needed for committees on campus
• Other duties as assigned or required. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. 

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Must demonstrate an understanding the Walsh University Statement of Faith and a commitment to support the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University in accordance with Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Must also possess the following:

Education:   Bachelor’s degree required.   

Work Experience:  

• Professional work experience in customer service, student development, or education is a preferred

Skills and abilities:

• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff, and faculty.  Positive attitude is a must. 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Ellucian, Stellic, Salesforce or Slate is preferred.    
• Foundational Artificial Intelligence skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 

The physical requirements of the job include prolonged sitting, extended periods of keyboard work and use of a computer monitor, walking, occasional lifting and carrying objects no more than 20 pounds.

Application Instructions

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about the environment found on a private, values based, Catholic liberal arts campus. 

Applicants must submit a completed online application and any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee. This may include resume, unofficial transcripts, etc.

About Walsh University

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. Grounded in values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community, Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.