Academic, Career, and Transfer Advising Manager at InsideHigherEd

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships.

The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community.

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Department: Student Affairs - Student Development

Reports To: Director, Academic Advising

Positions Supervised: PT/FT Academic Advisors

LOCATION: Green Bay

STANDARD HOURS: 40 hours per week. Typical hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Flexibility required to include other evening and/or weekend hours, as necessary.

STARTING PAY RANGE: $69,344 - $74,738 per year

*Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be placed within the range based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Academic, Career and Transfer Advising Manager will support the Director in implementing and coordinating programs that enhance student engagement, retention, completion and post college success. This position will provide day-to-day oversight and leadership for staff in Advising, Career Services, and Career and Transfer Center. The Manager will lead work on students’ first year onboarding experiences and ensure alignment with institutional goals to support a seamless student experience. Use Coaching as a guiding framework for the team’s work with students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supports the implementation of the department’s goals by overseeing daily career, academic and transfer advising operations, coordinating staff efforts, and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality student support services.

• Collaboratively oversee day-to-day operations, performance evaluations, and professional development for assigned staff. Provide shared leadership for the Academic, Career Services, and Transfer Center teams, including coordination of daily functions such as staff coverage, workload distribution, and team assignments.

• Collaborate closely with the Director to align advising practices with institutional priorities, enhance student outcomes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

• Assist the Director to manage the human resource needs of assigned teams including the selection, retention, performance management, and development of employees. Provide inspirational leadership in the design, development, and implementation of team policies, procedures, and initiatives that support student success. Support an existing environment of transparent, honest dialogue.

• Oversee event development and participate in college-wide events related to academic, career and transfer advising.

• Support Career Services functions to include career exploration, job search preparation, employer engagement, and internship support.

• Support the implementation of First Year Experience programming, including orientation, student onboarding, and early engagement strategies.

• Utilize data to support planning, budgeting, and resource allocation efforts that enhance operational efficiency and student outcomes.

• Assess services to ensure accuracy, relevancy, and viability of programs delivered to prospective and currently enrolled students within a coaching framework. Recommend enhancements and new initiatives to support best practices and measure student success outcomes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree

• A minimum of four years related experience in higher education or related industry (K-12, social work, etc.).

• A minimum of two years of leadership experience.

• Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with client database or Student Information Systems (SIS).

• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the District’s standard insurance policy terms.

**An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in advising and career assessment is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Student Success: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support student recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.

• Values: Demonstrate behaviors and action that support the College’s values

• Collaboration: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that create respectful environments and services for all, and the ability to work effectively across differences in background and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Extended Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer or attending meetings

• Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events

• Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, or controls.

• Visual and Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.

• Light Lifting: Capability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We strive to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at [email protected] or 920-498-6286.

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture.

NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories. Inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at 920-498-6823 or [email protected].