ADVISOR

Reports To:

Manager I, Student Advising

Position Status:

Full-Time

Posted Pay Range:

$21.12 - $25.00

If you’re passionate about helping others reach their goals, love building meaningful connections, and find joy in guiding people toward success — you’ll thrive as a Student Advisor at the College of Western Idaho! In this role, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to empowering students through intentional support, career exploration, and academic guidance. Every day brings the opportunity to make a real impact — from helping students define their path to celebrating their milestones along the way.

Why Join CWI?

At the College of Western Idaho (CWI), you will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where problem-solving and innovation are valued, and your contributions directly enhance the efficiency of the institution.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide Holistic, Student-Centered Advising

• Build intentional and supportive relationships with assigned advisees to promote academic, career, and personal growth.
• Lead goal-driven advising that aligns student goals with degree and career pathways.
• Monitor student progress toward completion and provide early interventions for at-risk students.
• Plan and monitor students on Academic Warnings or Contracts to encourage continued success.

Foster Engagement and a Culture of Student Success

• Create a welcoming, student-centered environment through programming, faculty partnerships, and community-building activities.
• Plan, implement, and assess success and retention initiatives, including occasional evening and weekend events.
• Participate in departmental and institutional initiatives that strengthen student persistence and engagement.

Ensure Compliance and Accurate Academic Guidance

• Maintain expert-level knowledge of college, state, and federal policies impacting admissions, financial aid, and degree completion.
• Communicate clearly with students to help them understand how regulations affect their academic progress.
• Collaborate with faculty, administration, and student services to ensure consistent, accurate advising information.
• Provide first-line support for student conduct issues while modeling civil discourse and problem-solving strategies.

Support Career Development and Lifelong Learning

• Guide students in exploring careers, using assessments and available campus resources.
• Assist with career preparation activities, including résumé reviews and job placement support.
• Develop and deliver workshops focused on academic planning and career readiness.
• Uphold NACADA Core Values and represent CWI’s mission through integrity and student advocacy.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Strong technical abilities: database systems, presentation software, Microsoft Office suites, or equivalent.
• Strong professional writing skills are necessary.
• Strong public speaking skills and ability to represent the college in a positive way to diverse populations.
• Strong event planning/coordination skills.
• Ability to interpret, follow, and administer academic and administrative policy.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to travel between various locations throughout the day.
• 2-3 years of experience in college/university advising, career counseling, admission, registrar, financial aid office, or goal-oriented client/customer service work preferred.
• Experience working in a community college setting, serving a diverse, non-traditional student population preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

Additional Instructions for Applicants:

• A cover letter recommended with your resume!

**Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week, eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring manager's discretion. All candidates must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits:

• For information on health insurance, including coverage details and plan summaries, visit www.OGI.Idaho.gov
• Retirement plans with employer contribution of over 11%
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Eleven paid holidays per year (faculty may vary)
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition discount on classes at CWI and other colleges

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.