Pathway Advisor MnSCU Academic Professional 2

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The Pathway Advisor supports students transition to Saint Paul College by providing quality holistic and comprehensive academic advising and transfer planning services. Planning services includes targeted program advising regarding major and career exploration long-term academic planning registration transfer advising basic financial aid advising and academic support. The Pathway Advisor will coordinate and facilitate college-wide use of retention initiatives including Early Alert Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and proactive case management for new current and returning students. To assist students with meeting developmental educational and career needs the Pathway Advisor will make timely referrals to additional support services including Financial Aid Counseling & Wellness Career Services Access & Disability Resources Basic Needs and Academic addition the Pathway Advisor will have an active role in activities associated with enrollment orientation registration and completion at the College. All employees of Saint Paul College are responsible for promoting a culture that supports diversity and inclusion in all forms.

• Provide comprehensive academic and transfer advising to new current and returning students to promote increased student retention persistence and completion rates.

• Use proactive case-management strategies to track student progress to completion and provide timely appropriate and data-driven interventions.

• Participate in college-wide activities related to advisement orientation registration and university transfer or graduation by embedding effective advising practices college-wide to ensure staff and student access to consistent accurate information supporting college completion.

• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.

The salary range for this position is $25.67 to $37.26 hourly.

• Demonstrated ability to support student success through advising coaching or related practices including recognizing and addressing barriers to student persistence and completion;

• Proven effectiveness working with diverse student populations including first-generation historically underserved non-traditional and/or underrepresented students with a commitment to equity and inclusive practices;

• Experience building and sustaining collaborative partnerships across teams and campus stakeholders (e.g. student affairs staff deans faculty);

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced environment;

• Skills in computer-based technology in educational environments including student information systems and retention-focused CRM tools

• Ability to interpret apply and clearly communicate complex policies procedures and information.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Higher Education Student Affairs Counseling or a related field;

• 2 years of professional experience supporting college students through advising academic coaching or related areas;

• Knowledge of institutional policies processes and regulations (e.g. FERPA Minnesota State system) and the ability to leverage cross-functional understanding of campus services (e.g. Financial Aid Basic Needs Tutoring) to provide coordinated retention-focused advising;

• Experience applying student development theories and advising models in higher education practice;

• Strong data management skills including the ability to track analyze and accurately report student data;

• Proficiency in a language other than English and/or demonstrated ability to work effectively across languages and cultures.

Please ensure you have the following items submitted with your application:

• Resume/CV

• Transcripts

• Cover Letter

All resumes must clearly address the Required Qualifications as stated above. If your skills match the required skill for this position the department may contact you. Reference checks will be conducted for all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education and contact with the finalist current and/or previous must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsorship or take over sponsorship of employment visa at our institution. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Monday - Thursday; 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM and Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

Telework opportunities may be available for this position.

Saint Paul College was established in 1910 and we are proud to be honoring education for more than a century. SPC-Quick Facts

Saint Paul College is committed to supporting diversity in all of its forms. Applicants representing diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

We are an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and encourages application from underrepresented groups. Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbonemployer offering support for veteran and military students. A member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles employer-paid life insurance short- and long-term disability and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health legal and financial counseling. Detailed plan details rates and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

To support your life outside of work our package includes 12 paid holidays generous vacation and sick time and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts and various investment options. Furthermore we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position employee classification and collective bargaining agreements.

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