Director of Student Advising

The Chicago School is seeking a Director of Student Advising to lead the Student Advising Division within Student Support Services. The successful candidate will have a Master's degree, 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in academic advising or student success programs, and excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The Director will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of university-wide advising efforts, leading the coordination and delivery of all advising processes, and providing vision, strategy, and guidance. The position requires collaboration with intradepartmental leaders, campus and academic leadership, and other student-facing departments to holistically support students. The Director may be expected to serve as a 'key contact' for one or more campuses and maintain a campus presence 3-4 days a week.

Requirements

• Master's Degree required
• Minimum 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in academic advising or student success programs
• Proven track record in leading large teams and managing complex programs
• Experience with training and customer service
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• The ability to display professionalism in all interactions
• Experience with building or managing effective student support initiatives
• Demonstrated success in implementation and improvement of student retention
• Strong experience in managing a high level of work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent writing, interpersonal, and technological skills, including the use of Microsoft Office

Benefits

• Generous paid time-off
• Medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development
• Regular employee appreciation events