Part-Time Hybrid Academic Advisor II

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences seeks an Academic Advisor II to advise online undergraduate students in our distance programs. This position will likely support students in our online Psychology program and the Bachelor of Liberal Studies degree.

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is the most academically varied college at Iowa State University. With 21 academic departments one professional school over 50 undergraduate majors and more than 20 cross-disciplinary programs the college plays a central role in nearly every major offered at Iowa State.

This is a benefit-eligible hybrid position working 20 hours per week.

The successful candidate will bring a student-centered approach to academic advising and a strong preference for collaboration. They will have experience advising counseling or teaching a variety of student populations in both one-on-one and group settings as well as experience working in an online learning environment. This candidate will demonstrate excellent communication organizational leadership and time-management skills and understand the value and benefits of micro-credentials in supporting student learning and career development.

Example of Duties:

• Advise students concerning degree planning academic enhancements academic support services academic policy issues and graduation requirements
• Refer students to appropriate resources such as academic success financial aid ISU Online etc.
• Assist in recruitment and retention of online students.
• Be available to assist with on-campus orientation and prospective student events.
• Engage in training in for-credit micro-credentials and serve as a resource for advisors and students

This is a rewarding opportunity to play an instrumental role in students lives helping them navigate college in an online environment providing more career opportunities post graduation. Youll be part of a collaborative supportive advising team where you will receive comprehensive training and be part of a warm team-oriented culture. If youre looking for a position where you can make a difference and grow professionally this is a place where you can thrive.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in a liberal arts or science area or one of the colleges curricular areas
• Masters degree in higher education counseling advising education or a liberal arts or science area
• Experience advising teaching counseling students or working directly with clients/customers
• Experience using workplace technology and educational platforms (i.e. Workday Outlook Excel Canvas Navigate)
• Experience in online learning

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when where and how you do your work. For more information please speak with the Hiring Manager.

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General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.