Honors Academic Success Advisor

Honors Academic Success Advisor

Arizona State University

Campus: Tempe

JR122871

End Date: July 6, 2026

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Description:

Barrett, The Honors College at ASU’s Tempe campus, is seeking an Honors Academic Success Advisor to join our collaborative advising team. We are looking for individuals who are committed to supporting high-achieving students and thriving in a fast-paced, student-centered environment.

At Barrett, we take pride in offering personalized guidance that supports each student’s unique academic interests and goals. The ideal candidate will share this philosophy and be dedicated to helping students succeed on their academic journey.

Honors Academic Success Advisors play a key role in supporting initiatives that inspire students to embrace challenges and seize unique academic, research, internship, global leadership, and experiential learning opportunities of impact on ASU and its surrounding communities.

Essential Duties:

• Provide individual and group advising to a large cohort of honors students, supporting retention and graduation by guiding them through the honors curriculum and encouraging participation in meaningful honors community experiences.
• Guide students through the honors thesis process, offering individual advising, thesis workshops, and online resources.
• Respond proactively to student inquiries and requests for assistance, escalating urgent issues to advising leadership as needed.
• Share co-curricular opportunities and resources that align with students’ personal interests and goals, including honors-specific programs and university-wide initiatives.
• Participate in college committees and support university events, including New Student Orientation, Fall Welcome, Family Weekend, Homecoming, the Celebrating Honors Thesis Symposium, and Convocation.
• Assist with advising and student services projects and initiatives as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Evidence of or plans to pursue a Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with honors, high-achieving, or gifted students in an academic or student services field; experience with honors college or program is preferred.
• Proven ability to deliver personalized, high-quality service and support to students in one-on-one interactions.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather information, resolve issues with leadership guidance, and proactively expand knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with students, colleagues, and external partners.
• Knowledge of university curriculum requirements and student development theory, with the ability to apply this knowledge to support student success.
• Experience working collaboratively within a team and with external partners to provide comprehensive student support.
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a structured team environment, with experience assisting in a variety of programs and projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), PeopleSoft, and data analysis tools.

Salary

: $46,200 per year

IMPORTANT: All applicants (internal and external) must submit a cover letter and resume for consideration.

Department Statement:

Barrett, The Honors College: Established in 1988, Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University is a selective four-year residential college offering innovative honors courses, study abroad, research opportunities, and merit scholarships to high-achieving and highly-engaged undergraduates at all four ASU campuses. Barrett has more than 7,000 students at the Tempe, Downtown, Polytechnic and West campuses of ASU. Barrett students benefit from the vast resources and numerous opportunities at ASU, one of the nation’s largest and most innovative universities, located in the fifth-largest metropolitan area in the United States.

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits, healthcare, retirement, tuition reduction program (eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse), financial security, discounts, family resources and more. Explore ASU’s benefits options and degree program offerings.

Estimate the value of your total compensation: https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.

The ASU Community has demonstrated it can adapt and respond quickly to change — even during a pandemic — from different learning modes to remote work to ensure students and university employees can thrive. Though we may deliver support services virtually, in-person or both, we consider the primary worksite an ASU campus or location and we prioritize in-person presence in our community to fulfill our charter. We also understand flexible work arrangements can offer benefits for employers and employees such as retention, sustainability and work-life balance. Where ASU policy and the nature of the work permits, we support opportunities for remote work, flex time, or similar arrangements.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU/Barrett, The Honors College will not be a sponsor for this position. For additional information please see:

https://www.uscis.gov/i-9

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the

Workday

Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$23819\.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important:

Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact

The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition

before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

About Arizona State University

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