Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1

Washington State University • Pullman, WA

12d

About The Position

At the School of Biological Sciences (SBS) , we are shaping the future of biological discovery—from molecular biology to ecosystem dynamics. Through cutting-edge research, hands-on training, and interdisciplinary collaboration, our students and faculty address today’s most pressing scientific challenges. Our diverse degree pathways in biology, human biology, and zoology equip students with the knowledge and experience needed for careers in health sciences, environmental research, biotechnology, education, and beyond. As a member of our advising team, you will play a vital role in advancing the mission and values of SBS. https://sbs.wsu.edu/mission-and-values/ As the Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1 , you will work collaboratively within the college advising team to support undergraduate student success. In this role, you will advise and recruit current undergraduate students, including those pursuing minors and majors in the School of Biological Science programs, while serving as the primary point of contact for advising inquiries, student graduation, undergraduate advising policy and procedures. You will also provide guidance to students, faculty and staff in all matters regarding undergraduate student advising and program advising records, analyze applications, transfer evaluations and transcripts. You will participate in New Coug Orientation ( NCO ), advising events throughout the academic year including weekends and coordinate campus visits for potential undergraduate students and their families. Additional Information: This is a full time (100 % FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible. Monthly Salary: $3,750.85 - $5,397.56 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation .

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years’ experience working with students in an educational setting or related experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‐for‐year basis.
• Experience with academic advising and related issues.
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office including Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word or similar programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and positively in a diverse team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize job tasks effectively.
• Demonstrated experience conducting presentations and/or public speaking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in related field.
• More than 2 years of full-time experience with academic advising.
• Previous work experience at an institution of higher education.
• Previous experience with graduate student programs.
• Experience working with diverse faculty, students and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgment and leadership, including the ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of university computing systems such as STELLENT, Zzusis, and OBIEE etc.
• Understanding of, and ability to apply, Washington State University (WSU) policies and procedures as related to student records and degree program requirements.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for recruiting.
• Experience building databases and writing database queries.

Responsibilities

• Advise and recruit current undergraduate students, including those pursuing minors and majors in the School of Biological Science programs
• Serve as the primary point of contact for advising inquiries, student graduation, undergraduate advising policy and procedures
• Provide guidance to students, faculty and staff in all matters regarding undergraduate student advising and program advising records
• Analyze applications, transfer evaluations and transcripts
• Participate in New Coug Orientation ( NCO ), advising events throughout the academic year including weekends
• Coordinate campus visits for potential undergraduate students and their families

Benefits

• paid sick and vacation leave
• paid holidays
• medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• retirement
• deferred compensation
• optional supplemental retirement accounts
• training and development
• employee tuition waiver

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees