Position Title:Academic Advisor II
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:Degree or coursework in Agriculture or related field.
Experience in the agriculture industry.
Experience advising, teaching or counseling students in post-secondary or higher education.
Demonstrated experience in a student-services role with a focus on promoting student success.
Experience teaching or conducting large group workshops, presentations, seminars, or meetings.
Experience with student information and academic requirement (degree audit) systems.
Job Description:
The Department of Agronomy is seeking an Academic Advisor II to play a key role in supporting students’ academic journeys by advising current students on majors, minors, course scheduling, academic probation, and graduation requirements. This position provides guidance to assist students in making informed educational decisions, interpreting academic policies, and accessing campus resources, including counseling services, financial aid, and academic success programs.
The Academic Advisor will oversee the Agronomy New Student Learning Community, providing leadership and guidance to Peer Mentors and fostering a supportive community for new students. The role may also involve advising student organizations and collaborating with faculty and staff to ensure students’ academic and personal success. Additionally, the advisor will coordinate and teach Agron 1100 Professional Development: Orientation, present at departmental events, and contribute to student recruitment activities by participating in outreach efforts. With a commitment to student development, this position serves as a key advocate for student well-being and academic achievement within the Department of Agronomy.
If you love working with people and building meaningful connections, this role could be a perfect fit for you! You’ll have the chance to guide students as they begin their academic journeys, helping them transition smoothly from high school to college and from home to campus life. You will work with a well-established internship program that gives students valuable summer experiences that shape their futures. Overseeing a learning community will allow you to create an environment where students can grow academically and personally. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a role where you can connect with others, this position offers a truly fulfilling and impactful career path.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Level Guidelines- Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals- Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems- Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests- May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff- May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity- Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS806
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:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?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
Original Posting Date: January 9, 2025
Posting Close Date:January 22, 2025
Job Requisition Number:R16201
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If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
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