Academic Advisor - 2 positions available

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please include the names and contact information of 3-5 references. Letters of recommendation are optional. If you would like to add a letter of recommendation, please upload them with your application under optional documents. You may also have them emailed to [email protected]. Once letters are received we will add them to your application materials.

Job Title

Academic Advisor - 2 positions available

Working Title

Academic Advisor

Position Type

Staff

Department

Academic Advising

Posting Number

201201730

Full or Part Time

Full Time

Benefit Eligible

Yes

If Other, Please Explain:

Tenure/Non-Tenure Track

Non-Tenure Track

Salary Basis

12 month

If Other, Please Explain:

Position Summary Information

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive academic advisement and support to assigned students within a designated college at Delta State University.
• Assist students with appropriate course selection and understanding academic program requirements.
• Identify resources to assist students with success in their chosen program of study.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, other advisors and campus personnel to facilitate fully coordinated services for incoming students.
• Teach a 3-hour First Year Seminar class each semester.
• Develop and implement registration activities.
• Review transcripts for students changing majors or transferring.
• Provide ongoing communication and support to both new and returning advisees to ensure their academic and personal success.
• Provide data and reports on academic advising and student success indicators.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, psychology, student affairs, or a related field is typically required. A master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Candidates should have experience working with students, providing support, guidance, and information about academic programs and university policies. Experience in identifying student needs, conducting early interventions, and connecting students with appropriate resources and support systems. Thorough understanding of academic programs, degree requirements, and university policies and procedures.

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Additionally, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Salary

Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and university’s resources.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, psychology, student affairs, or a related field is typically required.

Candidates should have experience working with students, providing support, guidance, and information about academic programs and university policies. Experience in identifying student needs, conducting early interventions, and connecting students with appropriate resources and support systems. Thorough understanding of academic programs, degree requirements, and university policies and procedures.

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Additionally, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Experience in academic advising, student success, enrollment management, or higher education administration is preferred, along with strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include the names and contact information of 3-5 references. Letters of recommendation are optional. If you would like to add a letter of recommendation, please upload them with your application under optional documents. You may also have them emailed to [email protected]. Once letters are received we will add them to your application materials.

Additional Information

Posting Detail Information

Open Date

06/22/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document

• Letter of Reference 1

• Letter of Reference 2

• Letter of Reference 3