Responsibilities: Access & Persistence Support: Provides academic advising and success coaching to support students throughout their enrollment at Northern Virginia Community College in preparation for and with their matriculation to George Mason University; Supports Northern Virginia Community College students who are exploring their options for transfer to George Mason University in support of the ADVANCE mission; Supports student retention-related efforts and initiatives that include meeting with students, monitoring student progress and performance, identifying areas of concern, conducting proactive outreach, and implementing appropriate interventions that support student enrollment, persistence, and completion; Supports the execution of holistic student support services for the ADVANCE program; Guides students navigating their Northern Virginia Community College experience into and through the ADVANCE program and maximizes the opportunities available through their participation; Supports students in their exploration of academic and career goals, by utilizing Northern Virginia Community College and George Mason University resources, policies, and pathways to help them make informed decisions and progression towards their degrees; and. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience; Experience in higher education; Experience serving and supporting diverse student populations; Demonstrated knowledge of academic advising, student success practices, and/or student support services in higher education; Effective written and verbal communication skills; Demonstrated student and customer service skills; Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse student populations, including, but not limited to, first-generation, veteran, adult, low-income, and underrepresented students; Ability to interpret and apply academic policies, degree requirements, and course prerequisites; Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team; Proficient with technology and able to learn new systems; Ability to perform work with substantial attention to detail; and.