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University of Dayton

Holistic Academic Advisor

University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio, United States, 45444

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Job No:

503240 Work Type:

Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater) Location:

Dayton, OH Category:

University Staff Department:

Office of Stdnt Success - 220110 Pay Grade:

B - Exempt Advertised:

January 05, 2026 Applications close:

Open until filled

Position Summary Are you passionate about helping undergraduate students achieve success? Enjoy working collaboratively with others? The University of Dayton School of Engineering is hiring a Holistic Academic Advisor. Guided by our Catholic, Marianist identity as a University for the Common Good, Holistic Academic Advisors engage in National Association of Academic Advisors (NACADA) informed, mission‑centric academic advising through providing positive, meaningful interactions with undergraduate students that contribute to student belonging, encouraging whole person success, retention and persistence through graduation. The university is committed to supporting traditionally underserved student populations, as is demonstrated by its being a member of the prestigious American Talent Initiative, aimed at increasing access and success for Pell‑eligible students.

Responsibilities

Provide academic advising to a caseload of undergraduate students regarding their educational path, including understanding all curricular requirements for graduation. This includes: Meeting with students in preparation for registration for each academic term, including course scheduling, credit hours and anticipated graduation date Supporting exploration of and declaration of majors/minors/certificates/concentrations Supporting exploration of alternative pathways to desired careers including double major & dual degree options Understanding applicable policies on the confidentiality of student data, registration, student standing, academic probation and suspension, academic integrity, grade appeals, general education (Common Academic Program) requirements, graduation, and other policies in the academic catalog Maintain awareness of student support resources and refer students appropriately

Assist students in transitioning between majors, departments, and/or units (when applicable)

Assist students in increasing awareness of appropriate vocational, experiential and co‑curricular learning opportunities (e.g., education abroad, community‑engaged learning, internships, research, co‑ops, etc…)

Assist students in applying holistic strategies and techniques to promote student success, a sense of belonging and student agency

Assist students in understanding how to transfer credits from other educational institutions (when applicable)

Teach section(s) of an Introduction to the University course (EGR 102) as determined through need by the academic unit or university

Inform/answer questions of prospective students & families on degree requirements and program components

Attend and engage in new student orientation programming for fall and spring incoming classes

Begin advising relationship post deposit and prior to summer orientation

Participate in pre‑advising sessions prior to summer orientation

Maintain availability for in‑person academic advising during New Student Orientation (NSO) days

Provide an advising presence during Student Transitions and Family Programs (STFP) initiatives

Use Student Success Network: Monitor and manage flags in the system Provide appropriate intervention/referral in a timely manner Keep appropriate, concise notes on student interactions Provide calendar meeting options to students

Assist students as a primary contact and liaison for navigating campus policies and processes

Support students who are not in academic good standing to identify strategies and resources for academic success and persistence

Assist students by working collaboratively with colleagues across campus and within the student’s support network called a Flight Crew

Establish and maintain positive collaborations with faculty and staff within their assigned academic units

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university

Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Commitment to establishing positive working relationships with colleagues across an organization

Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality of sensitive student information

Ability to work with a diverse group of students, faculty and staff

Ability to effectively use basic office technology such as Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite

Experience supporting and advancing the success of students

Ability to work some nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of Master’s degree from an accredited college or university

At least 1 year working with college‑aged students (all post‑undergraduate experience is considered; HS work with Juniors and Seniors will be considered)

Field or academic background related to a specific academic unit

Experience with Starfish by EAB/Hobson, Banner, DegreeWorks or equivalent systems

Experience instructing/teaching/facilitation

Ability to communicate knowledge of current student development best practices

Ability to communicate knowledge of current academic advising best practices

Ability to deliver equitable and culturally appropriate holistic student support

Ability to communicate knowledge of Appreciative Advising and NACADA best practices

Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the distinctive characteristics of Marianist universities

Special Instructions to Applicants To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Closing Statement Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.

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