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Academic Advisor

United States, Manhattan Employment contract 48000.00 - 52000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted July 13, 2026
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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

What we offer

  • Health and life insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Generous paid time off

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