Director of Academic Advising

Lewis-Clark State College•Lewiston, ID

23h

About The Position

LC State invites applications for a full-time Director of Academic Advising. The Director oversees the Advising Center and its academic advising, registration, student retention, and student intervention programs. The role combines direct advising with program development, staff training and supervision, budget management, and collaboration across the college to promote student success, retention, persistence, and degree completion. The position is based in a professional office environment. Work is typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; evenings and weekends may be required, and travel may also be required. The salary range is $70,000–$75,000, with salary and rank based on experience and qualifications. The position is open until filled and is subject to a successful criminal background check and may also be subject to education verification. Applicants must submit a cover letter or letter of interest, a resume or curriculum vitae, contact information or letters for three professional references, and unofficial transcripts; official transcripts will be requested upon hire.

Requirements

Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Minimum of five years of experience in academic advising, career guidance, student success, or related student support services in a higher education or comparable professional setting.
Demonstrated knowledge of student success resources, academic support services, and referral processes that promote student retention, persistence, and degree completion.
Knowledge of best practices in academic advising and First Year Experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Experience collaborating with faculty, academic departments, and campus support services to coordinate advising and student intervention efforts.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities, projects, and deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across departments and divisions.
Demonstrated commitment to student-centered service and supporting students with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience coordinating or managing academic advising, new student registration, orientation, or student retention programs.
Experience developing, implementing, and assessing initiatives that support student success and address barriers to academic progress.
Experience using student information systems, academic advising platforms, early-alert systems, and student success data to inform decisions and improve outcomes.
Knowledge of academic policies, degree requirements, registration processes, and degree completion pathways.

Responsibilities

Oversee the Student Advising and Registration (STAR) program.
Monitor and evaluate STAR participation, registration rates, and attrition among participating students, and identify opportunities for program improvement.
Develop and maintain a peer advising program within The Advising Center.
Develop, implement, and oversee ongoing training for new and continuing Central Advising advisors.
Coordinate and facilitate campus-wide academic advising training to promote consistent advising practices and student success.
Maintain an advising caseload of students served through the Central Advising Program.
Monitor Central Advising advisors' communication practices to promote consistent, timely, and effective communication with students.
Promote Priority Registration for current students by coordinating with instructional divisions and communicating with students and advisors.
Manage the Retention Alert program and coordinate outreach and intervention for students experiencing academic difficulties.
Implement and assess strategies to evaluate and triage students at risk of not completing their programs of study.
Monitor the academic progress of provisionally admitted students and implement interventions to support academic success, retention, and continuous enrollment.
Participate in and collaborate on campus-wide initiatives to support at-risk students and improve retention.
Identify trends and barriers affecting student retention and recommend strategies, policies, or program improvements.
Coordinate with faculty, advisors, and student support offices to address academic concerns, connect students with services, and promote persistence.
Oversee the Advising Center's daily operations, including staff workload, service delivery, and operational priorities.
Prepare and monitor Advising Center budgets.
Participate in the college's strategic planning, assessment, and continuous improvement processes.
Recommend hiring, performance management, and termination of Advising Center staff in accordance with College policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned, including direct and indirect activities that support student recruitment and retention.