Academic Advisor

At WSU Tech, we are dedicated to promoting quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing hands-on experience, state-of-the-art facilities, and individualized support and guidance. We operate in a values-based culture and strive towards our behaviors in everything we do. 

• Compensation: $23.01 /hr
• Worksite Location: South Campus
• Schedule: M-TH 9:00am-6:00pm / F 8am - 5pm
• This is a grant funded position

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.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will 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, you'll 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.

Requirements

Education:

• Associate Degree required; Bachelor’s preferred.

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.

Benefits

https://wsutech.edu/whyhere/

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.