Transfer Academic Advisor and Success Coach, Academic Success & Retention

Northwest Missouri State University • Maryville, MO

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About The Position

The Academic Advisor and Success Coach at Northwest Missouri State University plays a crucial role in supporting transfer and returning students through their onboarding, enrollment, and advisement processes. This position involves collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance recruitment strategies and ensure a smooth transition for students from other institutions. Additionally, the advisor will instruct university-required courses aimed at fostering academic success and accountability among students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and completion of a Master's degree within one year of hire date.
• 1-3 years of related experience working with undergraduate students or in student services.
• Strong communication skills (written, oral, and interpersonal) with an emphasis on student needs.
• Collaboration skills to work closely with various campus stakeholders.
• Proficiency with technology and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and strong planning and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit transfer students through visits to other institutions and participation in transfer fairs.
• Serve as the initial point of contact for transfer and returning students regarding advisement and enrollment.
• Advise students on the transferability of courses from other schools.
• Maintain a caseload of on-campus and online transfer and returning students, ensuring knowledge of Northwest programs.
• Communicate with first-time transfers throughout their first year and provide ongoing support.
• Document advisement conversations and academic planning in CRM databases.
• Review degree audits for quality assurance of transferable credits.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community college advisors and faculty.
• Analyze feedback and report to unit leadership regarding competitive environments.
• Assist with admission and recruitment events, orientation, and related activities.
• Support the Associate Director with articulation agreements and initiatives.
• Update the TES system and equivalencies as needed.
• Deliver curriculum for academic success courses each semester.
• Develop and maintain relationships with students in academic recovery or success coaching.
• Perform other academic success, recruitment, and retention duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree