Academic Advisor jobs in Helena, MT

• Work with students to develop strategies to overcome academic challenges by identifying and addressing factors contributing to academic performance.
• Maintain familiarity with College of Humanities and Sciences undergraduate programs and curricula.
• Provide developmental advising to current, transfer, returning, and prospective students on academic standards, registration, general education/major requirements, academic policies and procedures.
• Utilize various student information systems (Navigate, Cyberbear, Degree Works and Banner) to assess student progress and document interactions.
• Assist students with academic appeals, withdrawal, course registration petitions, reinstatement plans, degree plans, and graduation applications.
• Assist with Departmental and College of Humanities and Sciences recruitment and retention efforts.

Required Skills

• Experience working in a higher education setting.
• Ability to learn in detail undergraduate curricula in the College of Humanities and Sciences, University of Montana General Education curriculum, and graduation requirements.
• Ability to advise students regarding a myriad of issues including course selection, withdrawals, appeals, and reinstatements.
• Ability to identify appropriate support services such as tutoring and counseling.
• Develop familiarity with University of Montana academic policies and processes including waitlists, probation and suspension, withdrawals, and reinstatements.
• Ability to collaborate on projects and handle conflict in a professional manner.
• Ability to forge and foster a professional relationship with academic department chairs and advocate for students when appropriate.
• Excellent communication skills including listening and feedback skills.

Minimum Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with academic advising.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in academic advising.
• Knowledge of the University of Montana and the College of Humanities and Sciences.
• Knowledge of FERPA.
• Knowledge of University Advising software.
• Experience working with “at risk” student populations.

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Position Details

Position Title: Academic Advisor II
Position Number: 014100
Department: Humanities and Sciences
Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year.
Salary: $19.03/hr Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and will minimally be this posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan, email the Compensation Department.
Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE
Probationary Period: Six months minimum
Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.


Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.



How to Apply

Priority Application Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)
Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials.
Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal


A complete application Includes:
• Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
• Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience.
• Professional References – names and contact information for three (3) professional references.


**Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.