Advising and Retention Specialist

Louisiana State University • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

Advising and Retention Specialist Mission: LSUA Advising fosters an environment that retains and advances students. We provide learning opportunities based on student experiences and interests. We work closely with all academic and support departments to provide continuous quality support for students from matriculation through graduation. We focus on academic and personal achievement throughout early interventions and systematic tracking of students. Summary: The Retention and Advising Specialist will advise students and guide them in developing a plan of study that meets degree requirements. This position assists with course selection, class scheduling, co-curricular opportunities and related advising duties. The specialist monitors student progress and suggests and implements corrective actions when students encounter academic or personal difficulties. This positions coordinates with other University departments regarding challenges that students face.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree
• Minimum one year of job-related experience
• Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative
• Effective verbal and written communications skills and effective presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or related field
• One year experience in higher education, preferably in student support or retention

Responsibilities

• Provide advising services to prospective and currently enrolled students. This includes one-on-one in person appointments, email correspondence, phone calls, zoom sessions, group advising sessions, and walk-ins. Topics discussed include coursework, credits, grades, GPA, student life, and college success strategies
• Works closely with students to provide support and counsel in order to identify academic options such as degree programs, extracurricular activities, exchange programs, research and internships that align with academic and career goals
• Monitor progress of advisees and respond to their questions and concerns
• Work with special population groups (students on probation/suspension) to implement effective interventions to aid in their success
• Provide reports on and monitor trends for advisees
• Establish and maintain communication with academic departments
• Collaborate with academic units and student services departments throughout the University to facilitate comprehensive student support
• Follow office communication plan which includes emails, calls, and text messages throughout the year
• Participates in training efforts for faculty advising
• Proficient with general education curriculum, office policies and procedures, and Degree Navigator

Benefits

• LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
• Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.
• Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees