Academic Advisor I
Academic Advisor I
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Academic Advisor I FullTime $18.45/Hour
Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health dental and vision insurance mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution partial tuition waiver and a wellness program.
Applications received by May 5 2025will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established
Montana Tech invites applications for an Academic Advisor I. The Academic Advisor will work directly with first year and continuing students pursuing fouryear degrees through the Lance College of Mines and Engineering and will collaborate with faculty and staff to cultivate an environment that supports students success.
The successful candidate will
Duties:
- Advise current new and potential students in the Lance College of Mines and Engineering (LCME)
- Engage in regular communication with students to support enrollment and retention
- Utilize student Information Systems such as Banner OrediggerWeb and EAB Navigate to facilitate and track student meetings
- Collaborate and coordinate with faculty and staff to support student success
- Provide referrals to appropriate campus resources
- Interpret and communicate academic rules and regulations including course catalog and math/writing placement
- Assist with LCME new student orientation sessions and information sessions in Freshman Engineering Seminar
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
- Strong understanding of higher education
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to remain calm and professional in a variety of situations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency in computer software programs and/or ability to learn new software programs
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in STEM field
- Two years related experience and advising background
- Knowledge of universitylevel advising policiesand procedures
- Ability to demonstrate genuine empathy and care for students their challenges and their success
- Fluency with student information software such as Banner OrediggerWeb DegreeWorks EAB Navigate
For full consideration application materialsmust be complete.
Please include:
- Cover letter addressing qualifications
- Resume
- Contact information for3 professional references.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.
For full consideration application materials must be complete.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.
Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such the University does not discriminate in the admission access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race color religion national origin ethnicity creed service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law) veteran status gender age political beliefs marital or family status pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information gender identity gender expression or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the Universitys mission to be inclusive and diverse applications from qualified minorities women veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicants ability to compete in the hiring process or an employees ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veterans Employment Preference Act Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans disabled veterans and certain eligible relatives of veterans.
To claim veterans preference please complete the employment (veterans) preference form located on the employment page and email to You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.
Employment (veterans) preference form
To request an accommodation for the application or interview please contact Cathy Isakson;
Why Work at Tech
Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science engineering and technology.
In addition Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
- Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
- 5.9 retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
- 11 Holidays per year
- 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
- Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
- 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
- Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
- Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
- Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.
* Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.
Montana Technological University Butte Montana is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide where I15 and I90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
