First-Year Adviser

Lyon College • Batesville, AR

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About The Position

First-Year Adviser- Lyon College is seeking a First-Year Adviser to provide positive and enthusiastic guidance and support to incoming first-year college students in a way that aligns with the College's mission and objectives. First-Year Advisers also encourage comprehensive growth through advising, mentoring, coaching, curricular support, and co-curricular involvement. Reporting directly to the Director of First-Year Advising, the First-Year Advisor implements retention-oriented outreach and programming in addition to their active engagement in various on-campus recruiting and orientation events. All First-year advisors uphold strong and cooperative professional relationships with faculty, staff, academic departments, athletics, and other departments on campus that focus on students' success. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 1 year of experience in academic advising, counseling, or student services within a higher education setting. A candidate with strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills who can work effectively with diverse student populations and is proficient in student advising software, academic tracking systems, and data management tools, and demonstrates a clear commitment to student success and retention while fostering an inclusive learning environment. About Lyon College Lyon College is a selective private liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in the historic town of Batesville, Arkansas. Home to more than 660 students from 30 states and 18 countries, the College is renowned for its inclusive and nurturing academic community. Batesville, with a population of 11,000, was named the Best City to Live in Arkansas by USA Today. It offers a safe, vibrant environment and is a regional hub for commercial, medical, and social activities. Why Lyon? At Lyon, we prioritize excellent teaching, inclusive environments, and the persistence and success of our students and faculty. We support innovative teaching, meaningful research, and professional development in a close-knit academic community. Our liberal arts foundation encourages students to think critically about their place in the world and explore diverse perspectives. Application Process Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references to Human Resources, P.O. Box 2317, Batesville, AR 72503-2317, or electronically at https://lyon.bamboohr.com/careers. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Equal Opportunity Employer Lyon College does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. We comply with all federal and state laws regarding equal employment opportunities. Learn more about Lyon College at www.lyon.edu . Join us at Lyon College and be the difference in shaping the future of curious and dedicated students!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in academic advising, counseling, or student services within a higher education setting
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations
• Proficient in student advising software, academic tracking systems, and data management tools
• Demonstrates a clear commitment to student success and retention while fostering an inclusive learning environment

Responsibilities

• Provide positive and enthusiastic guidance and support to incoming first-year college students
• Encourage comprehensive growth through advising, mentoring, coaching, curricular support, and co-curricular involvement
• Implement retention-oriented outreach and programming
• Active engagement in various on-campus recruiting and orientation events
• Uphold strong and cooperative professional relationships with faculty, staff, academic departments, athletics, and other departments on campus that focus on students' success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees