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The Exploratory Academic Advisor plays a crucial role in supporting students in their academic and career exploration journey. This position involves working closely with a population of students who have not declared an academic major or are in the process of exploring new or different academic pathways. The advisor assists students in identifying their interests, strengths, and goals, and provides guidance on courses, appropriate majors and career options. Guided by the fundamental principle that all students have the potential to earn a degree, academic advisors at K-State build trusting relationships with students, helping them navigate degree requirements, make meaning of their college experience, and plan for post-graduation experiences. Advisors teach students skills for self-understanding and agency, adapt their approach to each student, and connect students to resources. Advisors support student success within the context of the mission of the university, college, and department.
Job Responsibility
Supporting students in their academic and career exploration journey
Working with students who have not declared an academic major or are exploring pathways
Assisting students in identifying interests, strengths, and goals
Providing guidance on courses, appropriate majors and career options
Building trusting relationships with students
Helping students navigate degree requirements, make meaning of college experience, plan for post-graduation
Teaching skills for self-understanding and agency
Adapting approach to each student
Connecting students to resources
Requirements
Bachelor's degree
One year of relevant experience
Nice to have
Master's degree in counseling, higher education, student affairs, academic advising, or a related field
Three (3) or more years' experience in higher education, academic advising, student services, or career counseling
Knowledge of academic programs, university policies, and procedures
Familiarity with career assessment tools and resources
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to meet deadlines, be detail oriented, and prioritize
Proficient in using student success technologies and Microsoft Office suite
Ability to effectively communicate with a broad range of constituents
Ability to work independently
Excellent customer service skills
Strong personal computer skills
Familiarity with student information systems and learning management systems