Veteran Affairs Student Advisor
Company: West Coast University
Location: Glendale
Posted on: May 26, 2023
Job Description:
SUMMARY:Serving as the primary point of contact for all campus
students during their academic career, and reporting to the
Director, Student Affairs, the Student Affairs Advisor is the
principal advising resource for students and is responsible for
enhancing the students overall University experience by helping
them utilize the University academic and support services,
delivering and maintaining a comprehensive persistence success and
remediation system. Through collaboration with students, faculty,
and associates, the Student Advisor will identify students who need
additional assistance to be successful and work to proactively
address areas of concern as students strive to achieve their
educational goals. The Student Advisor will also coordinate and
manage student relations activities such as: student persistence,
retention, and satisfaction strategies. In addition, the Student
Advisor is responsible for assisting with the facilitation and
implementation of developmental programs to support students
throughout their WCU education. This role requires the ability to
work with multiple campus constituencies including Administration,
Faculty, Admissions, Financial Aid, and Registrar staff and other
applicable associates and campus leaders.KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
- Knows principles, theories, and concepts of the profession
through practical experience. Generally 2-3 years of relevant
experience required.
- A minimum of one years previous experience in student
services.
- Knowledge in the higher education field to cultivate a
learner-centered environment and to foster excellence.
- Knowledge of healthcare industry or direct experience
preferred, but not required.
- Experience and skill in interpersonal communications and
conflict resolution techniques/procedures.
- Proficient command of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and
correct usage of the English language.
- Experience with MS Office.
- Knowledge of applicable databases and computer application
systems to supply the most accurate information, reports and
projections.
- Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating
to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards
such as Title IV, Title IX, ADA, WASC, BPPE, and other
accreditation standards.EDUCATION:Bachelors Degree from an
accredited college or university which includes coursework in
Education, Instructional Design, Administration, Business
Management, Student Affairs, Psychology, or related
field.OrBachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
with three years of experience relevant to the
position.Preferred:Masters or Higher Degree from an accredited
college or university which includes coursework in Education,
Instructional Design, Administration, Business Management, Student
Affairs, Psychology, or related field.Compensation: CA MID
$50,882/annually CA MAX $68,701/annually ABOUT USFor over 100
years, West Coast University has been educating and preparing
students for professional careers across our six campuses located
in Southern California, Dallas, Miami, and Online. As part of our
unique student-centric approach to advanced healthcare education
you will be empowering future healthcare professionals. At West
Coast University our students are Ahead of the Curve. Our Mission
is to embrace a student-centric learning partnership that leads to
professional success. We deliver transformational education within
a culture of integrity and personal accountability. Our benefited
faculty and associates are offered a comprehensive benefit package
including:
- Health & Wellness
- Financial & Retirement
- Family & Parenting
- Vacation & Time Off
- Perks & Discount
- Professional DevelopmentWest Coast University is proud to be an
equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to
work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.Campus: WCU Los
Angeles
Function: Professional
Keywords: West Coast University, Glendale , Veteran Affairs Student Advisor, Other , Glendale, Arizona
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