Academic Advisor I OR II (Updated)

Advising Commons Academic Advisors advise students in all colleges. We are currently seeking a 1.0 FTE advisor.

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