First-Year Adviser

First-Year Adviser- Lyon College is seeking a First-Year Adviser to provide positive and enthusiastic guidance and support to incoming first-year college students in a way that aligns with the Colleges mission and objectives. First-Year Advisers also encourage comprehensive growth through advising mentoring coaching curricular support and co-curricular involvement. Reporting directly to the Director of First-Year Advising the First-Year Advisor implements retention-oriented outreach and programming in addition to their active engagement in various on-campus recruiting and orientation events. All First-year advisors uphold strong and cooperative professional relationships with faculty staff academic departments athletics and other departments on campus that focus on students success.

Qualifications: Bachelors degree and a minimum of 1 year of experience in academic advising counseling or student services within a higher education setting. A candidate with strong interpersonal communication and collaborative skills who can work effectively with diverse student populations and is proficient in student advising software academic tracking systems and data management tools and demonstrates a clear commitment to student success and retention while fostering an inclusive learning environment.

About Lyon College
Lyon College is a selective private liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in the historic town of Batesville Arkansas. Home to more than 660 students from 30 states and 18 countries the College is renowned for its inclusive and nurturing academic community. Batesville with a population of 11000 was named the Best City to Live in Arkansas by USA Today. It offers a safe vibrant environment and is a regional hub for commercial medical and social activities.

Why Lyon
At Lyon we prioritize excellent teaching inclusive environments and the persistence and success of our students and faculty. We support innovative teaching meaningful research and professional development in a close-knit academic community. Our liberal arts foundation encourages students to think critically about their place in the world and explore diverse perspectives.

Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter curriculum vitae and contact information for three professional references to Human Resources P.O. Box 2317 Batesville AR 72503-2317 or electronically at Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Lyon College does not discriminate based on race color religion gender age disability sexual orientation or national origin. We comply with all federal and state laws regarding equal employment opportunities. Learn more about Lyon College at . Join us at Lyon College and be the difference in shaping the future of curious and dedicated students!

Required Experience:

Junior IC