Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 22230

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Emily Edwards at [email protected] or 406-994-3532

Classification Title Academic Advisor II Working Title Academic Advisor I OR II (Multiple Positions) Brief Position Overview

Academic Advisors provide vital advising services for students and work closely with advisors in Advising Commons as well as faculty and staff in the departments/colleges they serve. Academic advisors play a critical role in supporting students with the goal of increasing student retention and timely degree completion.

Position Number 4M1620 Department Advising Commons Division Office of Academic Affairs Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE FTE 1.0 FTE Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary Advisor I- $17.82 per hour// Advisor II- $20.49 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type Classified Salary If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Advising Commons Academic Advisors advise students in all colleges. We are currently seeking candidates to advise students within these programs:

Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide in-depth, specialized, and/or comprehensive advising to faculty and students regarding class choices, curriculum options, majors, departmental and University policies and procedures, and other academic needs.

Provide academic advising for entering freshmen, transfer and transitioning students

Advise continuing students in program to facilitate their academic progression toward degree

Have in-depth understanding of curricula in area of advising focus

Possess general knowledge of supporting coursework and curricula, and how to connect students to minors, certificates and programs to ‘add value' to degrees (Study Abroad, student organizations, etc.)

Maintain positive connections with faculty and staff in focus area to facilitate student connections

Understand resources at MSU for student services, tutoring, health and wellness, etc.

Participate in Orientation advising and registration activities

Meet with prospective students and parents visiting campus, participate in MSU Fridays and other recruiting activities

Coordinate communication of information related to important dates, deadlines and procedures to advisees and faculty and staff within the academic unit(s) served

Utilize advising and registration software and keep records of student advising interactions

Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Academic Advisor I

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Demonstrated excellence in customer service and working with a diverse group of constituents

Demonstrated competence organizing and prioritizing multiple work assignments, meeting deadlines, and exercising adaptability to changing priorities while maintaining a positive, effective, and professional attitude.

Demonstrated competence maintaining records with a high degree of accuracy and close attention to detail

Academic Advisor II

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with experience working with undergraduate college students in an academic or student support setting, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Experience working with undergraduate college students in an academic or student support setting

Demonstrated competence organizing and prioritizing multiple work assignments, meeting deadlines, and exercising adaptability to changing priorities while maintaining a positive, effective, and professional attitude

Demonstrated competence maintaining records with a high degree of accuracy and close attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Academic Advisor I

Demonstrated knowledge of higher education offices and resources that support student success

Demonstrated knowledge of higher education curricula, policies, and procedures

Academic Advisor II

Master's Degree in related field

Demonstrated knowledge of higher education offices and resources that support student success

Background in the theory and practice of developmental academic advising

Demonstrated knowledge of higher education curricula, policies, and procedures

Experience working with enrollment and degree auditing software, such as DegreeWorks, CatCourse, Banner, MyInfo and/or relational database

The Successful Candidate Will

Possess strong interpersonal skills and enthusiasm to work with and guide students as they discover and attain their academic and life goals

Possess the ability to create positive rapport and strong working relationships with colleagues throughout the MSU community, to include: administrators, faculty, staff, other professional advisors and student support professionals

Possess strong written and oral communication skills

Possess the ability to troubleshoot problems and have candid conversations.

Experience and awareness of how to manage and maintain confidential information

Have proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Have the ability to represent the department, college and university in a professional and courteous manner

Actively pursue training and professional development opportunities.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 2

Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin immediately ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions Diversity Statement

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. https: // www. montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. https: // www. montana.edu/hr/recruitment- guidelines/affirmativeactionplan.html.

MSU's Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https: // www. montana.edu/policy/discrimination/index.html.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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