Advisor, Student Success at Lindenwood University

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This is the appropriate box to upload all documents.Benefits of Being a Lindenwood Employee:Upon hire employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelors (employee spouse and dependent) and masters degree programs (employee and spouse only).Tuition discounts for doctoral programs (employee only).Comprehensive benefits plan: medical dental vision life insurance disability insurance and retirement options.Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day Good Friday Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving break (Wednesday Friday) and winter break (Dec. 23 Jan. 1).Free lunch Fridays: LU employees are eligible for a free meal on Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman Dining Hall; Chick-fil-A and Qdoba included. Professional development opportunities through the Lindenwood Learning Academy.JOB TITLE SUMMARYJob Title: Advisor Student SuccessDivision: Academic AffairsEvaluation Group: StaffFLSA Status: ExemptReports To: Assistant Dean College of Education and Human ServicesPositions Supervised: N/AJob SummaryThe advisor student success supports undergraduate transfer and graduate students through proactive academic planning mentorship and ongoing communication. This role guides students from enrollment through program completion while collaborating closely with faculty staff and campus partners to ensure a high-quality advising experience. The advisor also contributes to college events student engagement initiatives and front-facing office operations.Essential Job Functions and Performance IndicatorsThe intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This job description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Job Responsibilities and ExecutionAdvises undergraduate transfer and graduate studentsActs as a coach and mentor for students throughout their programProvides student support through academic planning communication and outreach including offering resources and tools for successProvides timely and regular feedback to students answers program-related questions maintains consistent communication and works with each student on their program plan of study and career goalsCoaches and supports students from enrollment through completion advising them on educational plans and assisting with the registration processConsults with students each term to plan future enrollment and review or revise long-range academic program schedulesAssists students in completing academic and Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) appeals as neededMeets on campus with prospective students as requested by Admissions or AthleticsService ExcellenceShares front-facing office duties including meeting with students answering questions and responding to inquiriesServes as the advisor for the COEHS Student Advisory CouncilAssists in organizing and participating in college special events such as orientation training sessions and information sessionsSupports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellenceModels supports and holds others accountable to the Universitys valuesCommunication Teamwork and CollaborationResponds to the needs of students and colleagues in a timely and courteous mannerEngages collaboratively with colleagues and studentsServes as a liaison between Lindenwood University (LU) Professional Advising and the COEHS faculty and staffJob may require other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications An equivalent combination of education training and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position.Bachelors degreeMinimum of two years relevant job experience in advising is preferredKnowledge Skills and Abilities May be representative but not all inclusive of the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform this job competently.Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and culturesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to analyze data and processesExcellent interpersonal skillsExperience in offering training in an educational settingAbility to organize and prioritize workAbility to multitaskAbility to use good judgment and think criticallyWork Environment Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of this jobs functions. Please click here to view Lindenwood Universitys flexible work designation descriptions.General office settingNon-Standard FlexExperience working in academic advising student services enrollment management or a related student support rolePhysical Abilities The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this jobs essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Ability to work effectively at a computer for extended time dailyAbility to sit/stand for extended periods of timeAbility to lift/carry items commonly found in an office setting including but not limited to documents laptops keyboards etc.Ability to use repetitive wrist hand and finger movements to type regularlyRegular attendance is a necessary and essential functionAbility to lift carry or move materials and equipment of specified weight (up to 25 lbs)Equal Opportunity EmployerLindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal state and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race color religion gender age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status disability or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.Required Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Anti Money Laundering,Access Control System,Catering,Assessment,Communication Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1