Academic Advisor I or II - College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design
Academic Advisor I or II - College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design
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$ 50000 - 55000
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Job Description
Department
College of Aerospace Computing Engineering and DesignThe Academic Advisor I or II at MSU Denver is primarily responsible for advising a caseload of students on degree requirements and providing long-term degree planning. Academic advisors help students develop educational goals and define a career path through use of a variety of advising approaches and tools. Further they monitor student progress making targeted outreach to students to address potential obstacles in retention and graduation. Academic advisors also participate in University-wide and unit-specific advising initiatives.
Responsibilities
Provide Advising Services to Students - 60%
- Conduct advising sessions with students assist with course selection scheduling and registration questions using advising-based technology.
- Utilize knowledge of curriculum to help students with long-term degree planning.
- Prepare and maintain advising documentation in the current student success/customer management system.
- Refer students to appropriate University resources.
- Provide basic information related to career planning financial literacy admissions and other applicable information related to student needs.
- Teach students about electronic advising and registration tools and how to best utilize them for success (e.g. Degree Progress Reports Student Hub Student Success Collaborative suite etc.).
- Participates in New Student Orientation sessions and Registration events.
- Participation in recruiting events may be required.
Monitor Progress and Retention of Assigned Students - 20%
- Utilize advising-based systems to track and engage assigned students who are at-risk of not being retained (Early Alert).
- Deliver appropriate student-centered outreach.
- Participate in retention initiatives.
Professional Development - 15%
- Begin or continue building knowledge of advising techniques and approaches.
- Participate in university-wide and unit specific advising professional development opportunities (e.g. Advising retreats NACADA webinars conferences etc.).
- Serve on committees councils taskforces etc. where appropriate.
Other Duties as Assigned 5%
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree
- Demonstrated experience in a professional setting helping others reach their academic professional and/or personal goals
- Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to a diverse community (students faculty staff alumni and parents)
- Demonstrated problem-solving prioritizing and preparation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in either Higher Education College Personnel Counseling or an academic discipline
- Experience using computer-based student information system(s) (e.g. Ellucian Banner PeopleSoft CampusVue etc.)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency desirable
- Experience working with and/or being sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse urban population
Salary for Announcement
Under Colorado law MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience skills knowledge abilities education licensure and certifications analysis of internal equity and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The salary ranges that the University reasonably expects to pay for these positions are established at:
Academic Advisor I: $49000 $51000
Academic Advisor II: $50000 $55000
This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denverbenefits.
Schedule Information
- Full-time 40 hours per week
- Exempt
- Monday - Friday
- Evenings and Weekend Work: As needed
- Schedule:Hybrid schedule options - 2 - 3 days per week in office on campus
- Visit our website for more information on our Universitys Alternative Work Arrangementspolicy.
- Travel: Rarely
Instructions to Apply
Please apply by Wednesday August 27 2025 at 11:59pm for full consideration.
Position open until filled.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Posting Representative
Elizabeth WellingtonPosting Representative Email
Benefits
The Universitys benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical vision and dental free RTD pass tuition reimbursement as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans retirement plans and other programs such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) MSU Denversbenefits websiteto learn more.
For a brief overview please see: University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at.
Background Checks
Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.
Diversity Statement
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique access-oriented campus community that values diversity equity and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.
We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students faculty and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
