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Academic Advisor I Senior Academic Advisor II AS7060

Oklahoma State University

Job Location:

Stillwater, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 40000 - 57000

Posted: 22 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 19 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Coleman Hickman

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$40000 - $57000Salary

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration applicants should submit: 1) a 1-2 page cover letter summarizing their experience and expertise related to the positions goals and required qualifications 20 resume and 30 contact information for three references.

About this Position

The Ferguson College of Agriculture is looking for applicants to join our new team of Academic Advisors at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater OK. You will play a crucial role in guiding undergraduate students through their academic journeys and connecting them with the resources they need to succeed. As a Ferguson College academic advisor you will be part of an academic community dedicated to fostering a student-focused culture and achieving student success goals.

This position advises students concerning program inquiries students academic plans and progress academic schedule choice of major and other academic activities and career goals. Academic advisors are expected to proactively reach out to students in various situations to offer support and to assist students in making decisions concerning personal educational goals leading to graduation. Successful candidates will possess a balance of social skills to develop meaningful connections with students attention to detail to provide accurate information an understanding of academic policies and procedures and a commitment to creating a welcoming environment.

Selected candidates will participate in professional development activities including on-campus and off-campus workshops webinars and conferences and serve on University committees as needed. Selected candidates may also teach up to 2 sections of UNIV 1111 (Freshman Seminar).

OSU Agriculture is dedicated to improving the quality of life for the people of Oklahoma through science-based information and education. The Division is comprised of the Ferguson College of Agriculture and two state agencies: the Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station and the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service. For more information visit: are lots of great reasons to work at OSU check out our great benefits and eligibility at Qualifications

Bachelors (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Starting salary is based upon education and prior relevant work experience.
A masters degree may be substituted for up to three (3) years of required experience. Terminal degrees may warrant adjustment to years of experience equivalency. (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:
Knowledge & Technical Skills: Ability to maintain accurate confidential student records and ensure documentation integrity. Ability to quickly learn information and data management systems for use in advising and mentoring situations.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly and support students in decision making; Ability to effectively present information in large group settings; Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to build rapport and work effectively with students faculty and staff; Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team-oriented environment and maintain positive working relationships.
Advising & Student Support Skills: Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with the student population applying inclusive and responsive advising practices.
Analytical & Problem-Solving: Ability to assess student needs interpret data and identify appropriate interventions or resources.
Organizational & Professional Skills: Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy under pressure; Positive proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters
At least one degree in studies related to agriculture or natural resources.
At least two years of advising experience and/or higher education experience.
Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:
Knowledge & Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of academic programs degree requirements curricula and course prerequisites including the ability to interpret academic records and placement information.
- Understanding ofuniversity academic policies procedures and regulations particularly those related to graduation enrollment andtransfercredit.
- Proficiencywithadvisingtechnologies and student information systems and ability to use data to track student progress and informadvisingdecisions.
- Evidence of successful teaching experiences with high school or college students.
Advising Counseling & Student Support Skills
- Ability to provide academic counseling and developmental guidance including support related to courseselection goal setting career exploration and academic challenges.
- Skill inidentifyingand supporting at-risk students providing proactive outreach referrals and follow up to promote persistence.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Strong analytical problem solving and troubleshooting skills to address academic issues evaluate petitions and support decision making.
Organizational & Professional Skills
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development and staying current with advising and higher education best practices.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

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