"Success Advisor"

Success Advisor

Company: Ohio University

Job Location: Athens, 45701-2979

Category: Academic Advising

Type: Full-Time

Business Title
Success Advisor

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents:
1. Cover letter (stating your qualifications and interest in the position)
2. Resume
3. List of five (5) professional references with current contact information, including email addresses
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by April 1, 2026.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number: 2016292T

Department Summary

Regional Higher Education, invites applicants to the position of Success Advisor at Ohio University Southern. The Success Advisor will hold one-on-one academic advising and career coaching appointments on various topics including graduation plans, major/career exploration, decision making, maximizing campus opportunities, and goal clarification. The Success Advisor, reporting to the Director of Student Services, is a member of an integrated campus student services team providing individual academic, career, and related support to an assigned group of regional campus students as they progress through a specific academic program. The Success Advisor provides a supportive environment of educational and career needs by ensuring students follow their approved course of study by building relationships with students while also guiding their career goals and reviewing pathways to graduation. The Success Advisor will engage students in post-graduate success by bridging the gap between college and lifelong career management skills; and develop educational programs and events and maintain key liaison relationships with university stakeholders.

Academic Advising and Career Coaching Students:

• Coach students in the appropriate academic and career guided pathways; provide academic advising, career coaching, and experiential learning support towards post-graduate success.
• Deliver comprehensive advising and coaching support to an assigned group of students through degree completion, including academic intervention for struggling students.
• Apply student development philosophy (appreciative advising, career theories) to provide comprehensive academic advising and career coaching to students from diverse backgrounds regarding degree program planning, career exploration and decisions, goal clarification, and personal life management.
• Review student progress and track students through the use of graduation plans and other academic support services
• Develop student graduation plans and provide semester touch points for students.
• Leverage alumni and other relationships to optimize opportunities for career outcomes.
• Collaborate across the regional campus system, various university support offices, and colleges to provide excellent service and resources for students.
• Participate in the development of retention strategies to assist students in completing their goal.
• Regularly collaborate with faculty and other campus staff as needed to support student success.
• Assist in organizing periodic signature events and programs for students, faculty, and staff.
• Maintain accurate notes and review audit reports for each assigned student, recommending appropriate referrals for experiential learning opportunities.

Specific Campus Needs:

Success Advisors may assist with orienting students to Ohio University and supporting campus retention efforts. This may include advising students through orientation prior to each semester, teaching University College (UC) courses, supporting campus-specific student programming, and participating in campus recruiting events. The specific requirements for each position depend on the needs of the campus.

The Southern campus is located in Ironton, Ohio, a riverside community near the conjunction of Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia. The campus serves traditional, first-generation, College Credit Plus, and non-traditional students throughout the Tri-state area; employs full-time faculty, adjunct faculty, and staff; and offers a variety of associate and baccalaureate degree options, as well as community and workforce development training. Learn more at www.ohio.edu/southern.

Ohio University's Regional Higher Education, consists of five regional campuses; in addition to Southern, there are locations at Chillicothe, Eastern (St. Clairsville), Lancaster, and Zanesville. Each campus offers unique opportunities for a student-centered environment and to build campus/community relationships. Learn more at www.ohio.edu/regional.

Position Profile

Assists and empowers students to achieve academic success and social adjustment through a variety of student support activities. Coordinates services including academic tutoring, student learning centers, life skills support and coaching, etc. Shares resources with students through engagement and outreach opportunities.

Level Summary

Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides mentorship and guidance to team. Infrequently has a limited number of direct reports.

Fiscal Responsibilities

May have budgetary responsibility for small-scale projects or initiatives.

Problem Solving

Solves complex problems, often with limited guidance.

Independence of Action

Works independently; seeks guidance for unusual situations.

Communication and Collaboration

Collaborates with team members and external departments. May represent the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

Physical Requirements

This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Education/Higher Education, Communication or related field.

Department
STHRN Dean's Office

Pay Rate: Salary is commensurate with the selected candidate's education and experience while considering internal equity. Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, and additional employee resources. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.

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Pay Grade
16

Pay Range
$44,592.00-$74,196.00

FLSA Status
Exempt

Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment

Job Family
Academic Services

Job Sub Family
Student Academic Support

Job Level
IC3

Job Open Date
03/17/2026

Posting End Date: 04/01/2026

Planning Unit: Regional Higher Education

Work Schedule
Based on departmental needs, some evening and weekend hours will be required. Otherwise, hours are scheduled during standard operating hours of Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Months
12 month

Campus: Southern

Expected hours worked per week
40 hours

Expected duration of assignment
ongoing