Salary Range: $47,788.00 - $78,458.00*4 OPEN Positions: PRF#s: SS26001, SS26002, SS26003, SS26004Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on June 6, 2025 and continue until the position has been filled.POSITION: Probationary; Range B*Job DescriptionAn Academic Advisor provides holistic advising services for students at Minnesota State Mankato. Working with both current and prospective students, the Academic Advisor communicates information regarding academic programs, policies, and procedures; assists students in developing educational goals and identifying and addressing academic barriers to success. The Academic Advisor guides students to utilize tools and resources to understand their interests, abilities, strengths, and limitations and to use that understanding to develop plans of study which support their academic and career goals. The Academic Advisor helps students monitor academic progression and provides proactive outreach, developmental guidance and referrals as needed to overcome obstacles and support student success. The Academic Advisor?s comprehensive skills and understanding allow them to support different advising units, when needed.Responsibilities and ResultsProvide academic advising services to students pursuing programs at Minnesota State Mankato. (45%)Assist with advising and registration for students assigned to advising units (new, transfer nondegree as needed). (15%)Assist students experiencing barriers to academic success to develop individual plans and access supports for performance improvement. (10%)Assist in coordinating and delivering various outreach efforts supporting student success.(10%)Organize and lead advising sessions for individuals and groups. (10%)Participate in recruitment, retention and student success events and initiatives. (5%)Other duties as assigned that support student success. (5%)Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree (conferred by the time position begins) and one (1) year of academic and/or student support experience in higher educationORBachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in higher education in academic and/or student support areas.Demonstrated commitment to students with diverse backgrounds Including, but not limited to, students of color, LGBTQ+ students, first generation students, students with disabilities, and/or international students.Preferred QualificationMaster's degree in counseling, student development, educational leadership or education administration preferred;Professional academic advising experience, including developmental and proactive advising services to students in transition;Demonstrated commitment to supporting students and their success in a diverse working and learning environment;Communication and interpersonal skills necessary for advising and coaching students through use of technology, and in one-on-one, small group and large group settings.Evidence of experience collaborating with a wide variety of student support services;Demonstrated ability to independently learn new information, interpret it with attention to detail and accuracy;Experience with various computer applications, web technology, student records, basic software, and other technologies used in the provision of effective academic advising services.Other RequirementsWork safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.Must be able to lift/carry or manage the movement of equipment and materials occasionally.The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school?s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years? worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/.You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu.Telework Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes:Telework: Yes - Up to 20% of the time. A position with a work arrangement that allows an employee to perform work on a regular basis at a telework location that is not the employee?s permanent/principal work location.Case by Case/Situational Telework: Yes - up to 10% of the time. A position that may include a temporary reassignment or work outside the permanent/principal work location to meet short-term needs.AboutAdditional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu.The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.University DemographicsMinnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:· Enhancing access and student success.· Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.· Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here: https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html.Destination 2030, the University?s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation.Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name?Minnesota State University, Mankato.Serving approximately 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor?s through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships, with 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesota?s the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/.APPLICATION PROCEDURES:A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.Cover LetterNon-Photo Resume/Curriculum VitaeContact Information for three (3) referencesUnofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degreeA brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement presenting a commitment to or experience working in an equity-minded environmentCONTACT INFORMATION:University AdvisingMinnesota State University, Mankato111 Memorial LibraryMankato, MN 56001Phone: 507-389-1650TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711Email: advising@mnsu.edu*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Administrative and Service Faculty which can be found at: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State?s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

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