Academic Advisor (9 Positions)

San José State University•San Jose, CA

56d•$5,083 - $7,228•Onsite

About The Position

The Academic Advisor supports the academic success, retention, engagement, and timely graduation of upper-division undergraduate students within the Success Centers. Working under general supervision, the incumbent provides holistic academic advising, success coaching, and case management support to help students navigate academic requirements, university policies, and campus resources. The position builds strong relationships with students, monitors academic progress, implements timely interventions, and advocates for student needs to promote persistence and degree completion. This role contributes significantly to student success initiatives through proactive outreach, programming, and participation in college and university-wide student support efforts.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job‑related field
Two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field.
A master’s degree in a job‑related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience
Knowledge of academic advising principles, student development theory, retention strategies, and student success best practices
Knowledge of university policies, degree requirements, graduation procedures, change-of-major processes, and FERPA regulations
Ability to establish trust and build effective relationships with diverse student populations
Strong advising, active listening, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer service communication skills
Ability to interpret complex policies and communicate information clearly to students, faculty, and staff
Ability to apply equitable, inclusive, and student-centered advising practices
Proficiency with student information systems, advising platforms, and standard office technology applications
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain documentation, and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree in educational counseling or a related field.
Experience working with students or youth in an educational, advising, counseling, or support capacity (K–12, post-secondary, or community-based settings).
Experience implementing strategies or providing services that support student persistence and academic progress.

Responsibilities

Provide holistic academic advising and success coaching to upper-division undergraduate students
Advise students individually and in groups regarding degree requirements, graduation processes, academic policies, and major-related procedures
Develop and maintain ongoing case management relationships through regular meetings, documentation, progress tracking, and assessment
Guide students in establishing educational goals and developing academic plans aligned with university requirements
Introduce students to academic planning tools, degree progress resources, and campus support services
Monitor student academic performance using early-alert and student success systems and implement timely interventions when needed
Assist students in navigating university and college processes, including petitions, schedule changes, academic notices, and special accommodations
Design and implement student success programming that promotes academic skills, effective communication, growth mindset, and college transition success
Develop and execute communication strategies that support student engagement and awareness of key deadlines, resources, and events
Participate in orientation programs and college-wide initiatives that advance student retention, engagement, and academic achievement