Academic and Student Success Advisor

The College of Nursing (CON) at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is seeking an Academic and Student Success Advisor for our undergraduate programs, which includes the traditional and the accelerated track. The primary purpose of the Academic and Student Success Advisor is to provide individual, appreciative, and transformational advising to students on matters such as selection of major, course selection and sequencing, and academic performance.

This position does have the opportunity for a flexible work schedule during the summer, but does require a strong on-campus presence.

Schedule:

• 8:00am - 4:30pm with occasional evening or Saturday hours. We will flex your work schedule to accommodate.

• Monitor the academic progress of all assigned advisees and intervene where necessary to ensure that students are receiving accurate, consistent and timely information regarding registration dates and procedures, interpretation of University policies and graduation requirements.
• Advise students on alternatives to dropping classes and withdrawing from the university. If possible, conduct exit interviews for total withdrawals including providing signature authority on drops and full withdrawals. Approve appropriate educational transactions as necessary. (e.g. schedule, drop/adds, withdrawals, change of major, etc.).
• Maintain close relationships with departments to ensure information provided to advisees on department policies, curriculum changes and upcoming events and activities is current and up-to-date. Meet with departments to update the flow charts and degree- plans.
• Maintain close relationships with departments to ensure information provided to advisees on department policies, curriculum changes and upcoming events and activities is current and up-to-date. Meet with departments to update the flow charts and degree- plans.
• Assist the departments with orientation departmental presentations and sessions for students. Assist students with registration.
• Participate in New Student Orientation, Open Houses, Preview PNW, College Fairs, and related University events.

• Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more
• Accrue 15 days’ vacation your first year, then 22 days’ vacation your 2nd year plus rollover
• University contribution of 10% to retirement (3 year waiting period)
• University contributions to Health Savings Account –
  • Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
• Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

For more information on our excellent benefit package, please visit: https://www.pnw.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a premier metropolitan university dedicated to empowering transformational change in our students and in our community. We offer two campuses serving approximately 8,800 undergraduate and graduate students. At PNW, we value academic excellence, support growth, and celebrate diversity.

PNW sits between Chicago’s skyscrapers and Lake Michigan’s sandy shores. You can have all the perks of a world-class city just a short drive away or enjoy the natural beauty of the Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan just 15 miles away.

• Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, or related field required (e.g., social work, counseling, education)

• Three years of professional work experience within a public higher education setting in an academic advising and/or retention-related position preferred

• Ability to learn, understand, and relay the full range of student services available; including enrollment services, academic policies and procedures of Purdue University Northwest
• Ability to initiate and maintain retention-related outreach projects, multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of student databases such as Banner, information systems and communication technologies highly desired
• Strong interpersonal and human relations skills essential, as well as excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential
• Ability to interpret and communicate university policies and procedures and associated federal and state regulations
• Ability to adapt well to changes and willingness to learn new things
• Ability to initiate and maintain professional relationships with diverse groups and demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse student population
• Ability to professionally represent Purdue University Northwest
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours, as assigned

Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful background check along with a motor vehicle records check if applicable.

Purdue University Northwest is an EOE/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.