Academic Advisor

About This Role:

The Online Academic Advisor will provide clear, thorough onboarding materials to new K-State Online students. This position utilizes excellent interpersonal communication and relational skills to help students reach their career and academic goals. The advisor will engage in collaborative advising conversations with online learners while assisting them in academic and course planning, professional preparation, and connections to university resources. The Online Advisor must understand the characteristics and needs of adult online learners, and best practices for advising online students to identify issues and make appropriate referrals. The Advisor will work closely with partner colleges and the online team of academic advisors to coordinate communications and advising practices to students. The Online Academic Advisor will collaborate and meet regularly as part of the student success and advising team.

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

Worksite Options:

This position requires remote worksite. The employee is expected to maintain a home office or other approved location (in accordance with university policy) from which they would work. An employee who is working remotely must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements.

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What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• One year of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in either Academic Advising, Adult and Continuing Education, College Student Development or Counseling and Student Development (experience may be substituted for discipline specific requirements).
• Three or more years of experience advising students in a higher education environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven record of organizational skills
• Familiarity with educational technologies
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to work in diverse and changing environments.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to meet deadlines, be detail oriented, and prioritize.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong personal computer skills
• Familiarity with student information systems and learning management systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of distance education and needs of online learners.
• Understanding of academic advising principles, theory, and practice

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Three professional references with contact information

Screening of Applications Begins:

For best consideration, apply by May 24, 2024

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$41,388.00 - $52,764.00 ($1,591.847 - $2,029.485 biweekly)

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.