Director of Student Advising and Success

About The RoleThe Director of Student Advising and Success provides strategic leadership for undergraduate academic advising and success initiatives at Maharishi International University. Reporting to the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Director oversees a comprehensive advising model that supports students in achieving their academic, personal, and professional goals in alignment with MIU's Consciousness-Based Education mission. This position leads the university's undergraduate advising team, ensuring consistent, proactive, and holistic advising practices that promote student engagement, retention, and persistence. The Director also coordinates related student success efforts-such as tutoring, and academic support partnerships-to create a seamless network of guidance for undergraduatesKey ResponsibilitiesLeadership and CoordinationProvide strategic and operational leadership for the undergraduate advising program.Supervise, train, and evaluate academic advisors, student mentors and tutors, fostering a collaborative and student-centered advising culture.Establish and maintain advising standards, protocols, and professional development opportunities for the advising team.Partner with academic departments, the Registrar, and Career Services to align advising with degree planning, academic policies, and career readiness initiatives.Student Advising and RetentionOversee comprehensive advising services that help students plan academic pathways, interpret degree requirements, and make informed enrollment decisions.Lead early-alert and outreach systems to identify and support students at academic or personal risk.Ensure advising practices reflect developmental and coaching-based approaches that empower students to take ownership of their education.Promote consistent communication and collaboration between advisors, faculty, and student support teams to enhance the student experience.Program Development and AssessmentDevelop and implement data-informed strategies to improve student persistence and success.Collect and analyze advising outcomes and retention data to inform institutional planning.Prepare regular reports and recommendations for the Vice President of Student Affairs. Collaboration and CommunicationServe as the central liaison for advising across the university.Partner with the Registrar and academic leaders to maintain clear degree progress tools and advising resources.Communicate regularly with students and staff about advising timelines, policies, and resources.QualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or a related field.Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in academic advising or student success.Demonstrated leadership experience.Strong understanding of advising best practices, academic policies, and student retention strategies.Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.PreferredExperience with advising or retention management systems.Experience coordinating advisor training or professional development.Key CompetenciesStudent-centered leadershipCollaborative teamwork and institutional alignmentData-driven decision-makingStrategic planning and implementation