Student Success Advisor

Company: SOUTH COLLEGE
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Student Success Advisor Benefits Front Loaded PTO Tuition Assistance Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) – with Employer Contribution South College - We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning … come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture. 20,000 Students 10 Campuses Competency Based Education Online Student Success Advisor Description We are currently seeking an experienced academic advisor to join the South College, Indianapolis team of Student Success Advisors (SSA). SSAs help the students set and achieve academic goals, acquire relevant information and services, and make responsible decisions consistent with interests, goals, abilities, and degree requirements. The successful candidate will have knowledge and understanding of academic advising practices and be skilled in applying these practices in their work. They will understand the process of academic advising and how to deliver a personalized advising experience to each student, which includes academic outreach to at risk students, sharing program requirements, registration, and career planning. Responsibilities Serves as a facilitator of communication to students, faculty, and other departments Coordinate the learning experiences of students through course and career planning and academic progress review Act as an agent of referral to other campus agencies, as necessary This student services role is located on site at our Indianapolis Campus in Carmel, IN. Remote work is not available. Requirements: Education Bachelor’s degree required Master’s degree preferred. Experience Previous experience working with college students ideally as an academic advisor and/or in college student success and retention. Must be comfortable with technology, strong communication skills, collaborative work ethic, and be able to prioritize and multi-task. Must possess the skills necessary to advise via phone, email, text, and virtually. Must be comfortable speaking to college students individually, presenting information to student groups, and can quickly develop rapport with a diverse population. Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment and demonstrate creative problem-solving skills.

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