Academic Advisor I - Senior Academic Advisor II 534098

Academic Advisor I - Senior Academic Advisor II 534098 Oklahoma State University 494664 Campus OSU-StillwaterContact Name & Email Lance Millis, [email protected] Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further NoticeHiring Range $40,000 - $57,000SalarySpecial Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.About this Position The Academic Advisor provides holistic, student-centered guidance to a caseload of students, supporting their academic planning, course selection, and progress toward graduation. This role assesses student needs, interprets university policies, and makes appropriate referrals while elevating complex issues to advising leadership as needed. The advisor proactively promotes student success through ongoing communication, directed outreach, monitoring academic performance, accurate documentation within university systems and participation in standard university-wide events, including Orientation and Enrollment (O&E) and Commencement. They guide students through essential processes-including forms, appeals, and procedural requirements-while ensuring timely, clear responses to inquiries. In collaboration with colleagues and academic departments, the advisor contributes to student success initiatives, offers feedback on curriculum and policy, and may serve as a mentor within the advising team. The position also includes teaching 1-2 sections of UNIV 1111 and participating in professional development and campus engagement activities that advance the overall student experience. Academic Advising at OSU expects that advisors will demonstrate knowledge and implement NACADA Core Values and Core Competencies in their practice.Required Qualifications Bachelor's Related field(degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date) Academic Advisor I: Bachelor's Degree and zero - two years of experience in a comparable position. Academic Advisor II: Bachelor's Degree and two to three years of experience in comparable position. Academic Advisor III: Bachelor's Degree and three to five years of experience in a comparable position. Senior Academic Advisor I: Bachelor's Degree and five to seven years of experience in a comparable position. Senior Academic Advisor II: Bachelor's Degree and seven years of experience in a comparable position. Administrative experience that could include responsibility with unit programs and/or student groups; supervisory experience to include interviewing, training and development, etc. of employees and/or student leaders; and/or coordination of special projects. A master's degree may be substituted for up to three (3) years of required experience. Terminal degrees may warrant adjustment to years of experience equivalency.Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Knowledge & Technical Skills Ability to maintain accurate, confidential student records and ensure documentation integrity. Communication & Interpersonal Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly and support students in decision making; 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 culturally 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 mu