Academic Advisor And Success Coach - College Of Integrated Studies

University of Wisconsin Whitewater

Whitewater, WI, US
Base: $52,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
On-site
Developmental advising and coaching mindset
Student-centered and solution-focused approach
Cultural competency and commitment to equity and inclusion
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is seeking an Academic Advisor and Success Coach for its College of Integrated Studies. This role focuses on providing developmental advising and coaching to support student success from enrollment through graduation, emphasizing equity and inclusion

Job Summary

  • The Academic Advisor and Student Success Coach provides comprehensive, developmental advising and holistic success coaching to support students from enrollment through graduation.
  • This position empowers students to make informed academic, personal, and career decisions while promoting persistence, retention, and timely degree completion.
  • The Advisor/Coach delivers proactive outreach, individualized action planning, and structured interventions for students, including those who are undecided, on probation, or identified through early alert systems.

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The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is seeking an Academic Advisor and Success Coach for its College of Integrated Studies. This role focuses on providing developmental advising and coaching to support student success from enrollment through graduation, emphasizing equity and inclusion.

Salary

Base: $52,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Excellent benefit package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Developmental advising and coaching mindset
  • Student-centered and solution-focused approach
  • Cultural competency and commitment to equity and inclusion
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage caseloads and meet deadlines
  • Data-informed decision making

Nice-to-have

  • Spanish language proficiency
  • Collaborate across campus departments
  • Proactive outreach and individualized action planning

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with inclusive student populations
  • Spanish language proficiency
  • Student-centered, solution-focused orientation
  • Master's degree in higher education, counseling, social work, or related field
  • Experience in academic advising, coaching, teaching, or student support services
  • Experience working with at-risk or probationary students
  • Familiarity with student information systems (PeopleSoft, Navigate, Stellic)
  • Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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