• Maintains individualized academic plans with students and advises on degree requirements, registration, curriculum changes, transfer credits, prerequisites, and personal or academic matters affecting academic progress and success

• Serves as the institution’s primary resource for academic accommodations: reviews and evaluates accommodation requests and supporting documentation to determine reasonable academic accommodations; maintains accurate and comprehensive accommodation records; and clearly communicates accommodation policies and procedures to students, faculty, and staff

• Collaborates closely with students on academic warning to evaluate their academic standing; advises and guides on options for graduation, leaves of absence, reinstatement, readmission, and navigating course selection

• Engages and builds relationships with students to maximize their experience at SCI-Arc; monitors and tracks student performance, identifying areas where students may require additional academic or personal support, and implementing intervention strategies as needed

• Partners continuously with the Vice Director/Chief Academic Officer and Program Chairs to advocate for student needs, share progress updates, and design collaborative interventions

• Evaluates confidential academic records, exception requests, and requirement modifications with a student-centered approach; collaborates with academic coordinators to maximize the transferability and application of prior coursework toward subject credit

• Facilitates and maintains relationships with exchange schools, and coordinates enrollment of students for transfer/exchange programs

• Acts as Architecture Licensing Advisor (NCARB) and attends annual Licensing Advisors workshops and/or Summit meetings

• Maintains relationships with key departments (Director’s Office, Admissions, Registrar, International Advising, Career Services, Finance, Financial Aid) to nurture an overall positive experience for students

• Facilitates meaningful connection points for the SCI-Arc community by engaging and presenting at institutional events, including student orientation, transfer welcomes, admissions days, and faculty retreats

• Serves on committees representing Advising; participate in short-term and long-term planning

• Monitors and documents students’ academic progress in electronic records, utilizing Jenzabar database

• Maintains membership in NACADA (National Academic Advising Association) or NASPA (National Association of Student Personnel Administrators) and attends regional and national conferences

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience; Master’s degree

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in counseling, advising, or admissions at the college level

• Experience with disability/accommodations services preferred

• Knowledge of academic advising best practices, student development theory, and retention strategies

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse student, faculty, and staff population

• Excellent judgment, discretion, and ability to manage confidential information in compliance with FERPA and other applicable laws and institutional policies

• Ability to navigate sensitive interpersonal situations with a balance of empathy and clear boundaries

• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and conflict management skills

• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills; ability to communicate information, policies, and procedures clearly to a range of audiences

• Ability to support students in developing academic and life goals that promote retention and success

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to utilize assessment data to evaluate and continuously improve student success initiatives.

• Flexibility and adaptability, with strong teamwork skills and the ability to build effective working relationships through committee work, advising, and community engagement

• Comfort learning and using new technology in the advising process

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/ Forms, and database/student information systems such as Jenzabar or similar platforms

We offer a great benefits package with medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid time off.