Retention Advisor

Academic Advising and Student Engagement (50%)

• Meet with each advisee three times per semester (averaging one meeting per month), providing guidance on course selection, academic resources, and overall degree planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of advising sessions using EAB Navigate
  360, tracking student progress and providing consistent support.
• Ensure students are on track with core curriculum, general education, and major‑specific degree pathways to support academic success and timely graduation.
• Advise students on registration, course load, and academic policies, helping them navigate academic challenges and ensuring they understand university requirements.

• Identify at‑risk students and implement targeted success plans or interventions, including outreach for Drop List issues, academic performance concerns, or financial clearance processes.
• Use data analytics to identify trends in student performance, implementing proactive strategies to improve retention and persistence.
• Participate in outreach campaigns designed to engage students and address specific academic barriers.

• Maintain professional, timely communication with students, parents, faculty, and university staff, ensuring students are aware of deadlines, policy changes, and academic requirements.
• Collaborate with academic departments and other student success teams to ensure accurate dissemination of curriculum changes, academic policies, and student progression requirements.
• Provide regular feedback and updates to academic leadership and team members regarding student needs, academic issues, and retention progress.

• Assist with Bear Necessities New Student Orientation and other onboarding initiatives, providing students with the information and guidance necessary for a smooth transition to university life.
• Participate in freshmen orientation courses and other student engagement programs designed to enhance the university experience for first‑year students.
• Ensure students are compliant with financial clearance and other administrative requirements that could impede academic progress.

• Ensure clear communication regarding curriculum and policy changes, making sure students and other stakeholders are aware of updates that could affect academic performance progression.