Student Success Advisor

Responsibilities

• Serve as a success advisor for undergraduate Nursing students, providing academic, personal, and holistic wrap-around support.
• Proactively monitor academic progress, course selection, and college requirements to ensure timely graduation.
• Maintain accurate advising records and update academic program plans for assigned advisees.
• Collaborate with campus partners, including the Counseling Center, Financial Aid, and Disability Services, to connect students with essential resources.
• Support student retention and diversity initiatives by working with programs like the Educational Opportunity Program.
• Interpret and advise students on university policies, curriculum requirements, and registration procedures.
• Coordinate student-specific logistics such as scrubs ordering, CPR classes, and the CNA application process.
• Support college events, including graduation and commitment to profession ceremonies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 1-3 years of experience in academic advising, teaching, counseling, or student affairs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Access, Word, Excel, Outlook) and database management.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and families.
• Knowledge of FERPA and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in student affairs or a related field.
• Experience working with underrepresented, first-generation, or diverse college students.
• Familiarity with student development theories and retention principles.
• Knowledge of university data analytics software such as PeopleSoft, Civitas, or EAB.
• Experience in recruitment and public speaking.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to an 8% university match.
• Generous time off package.
• Tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents with no payback requirement.

About the Company

Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit institution dedicated to the search for truth, the discovery of knowledge, and the development of leadership expressed in service to others. We prioritize student success and aim to educate well-rounded servant leaders who transform their fields and society.