What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Advisor position at Nebraska State College System?
Nature of Work
Advises students concerning an appropriate academic schedule, choice of major, career, number of hours that may be taken, probation, and/or suspension. Contact may be on individual or group basis or be made by correspondence.
Examples of Work Performed
1. Serve as an academic advisor for primarily first year and undeclared students. May also advise specific cohort groups as needed.
2. Contact students identified as at risk and develop a recovery plan.
3. Document, analyze, evaluate, and track student academic, personal, and professional progress through case management software.
4. Provide academic, career, financial, individual, and group coaching to students.
5. Facilitate career placement services and resources for students and alumni including building a network of potential employers and facilitating internship opportunities.
6. Plan, prepare, and implement program activities and initiatives (such as meet your advisor events, career fairs and networking events, mock interviews, and other programs that connect students with employers).
7. In coordination with the Director-Academic and Career Service Center, supervise, hire, and train peer tutors, including identifying subject areas in high demand by students, tutor schedule development, and facilitate supplemental instruction tutoring program.
8. Coach students in identifying academic and career goals and help them develop strategies to reach those goals (such as resume building, networking, CLEP testing, and other skill development).
9. Work directly with students to improve student writing skills across the curriculum.
10. Refer students to campus resources as needed.
11. Register students during New Student and Transfer Registration events and assist with other aspects of New Student Registration (NSR) program days.
12. Meet with prospective students and their families to explain and answer questions about WSC academic and support programs.
13. Liaise with assigned Wayne State College School and cross-train within unit.
14. Lead retention efforts by identifying students in academic need, contacting them, and developing a plan toward academic and career success.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.
2. Contact students identified as at risk and develop a recovery plan.
3. Document, analyze, evaluate, and track student academic, personal, and professional progress through case management software.
4. Provide academic, career, financial, individual, and group coaching to students.
5. Facilitate career placement services and resources for students and alumni including building a network of potential employers and facilitating internship opportunities.
6. Plan, prepare, and implement program activities and initiatives (such as meet your advisor events, career fairs and networking events, mock interviews, and other programs that connect students with employers).
7. In coordination with the Director-Academic and Career Service Center, supervise, hire, and train peer tutors, including identifying subject areas in high demand by students, tutor schedule development, and facilitate supplemental instruction tutoring program.
8. Coach students in identifying academic and career goals and help them develop strategies to reach those goals (such as resume building, networking, CLEP testing, and other skill development).
9. Work directly with students to improve student writing skills across the curriculum.
10. Refer students to campus resources as needed.
11. Register students during New Student and Transfer Registration events and assist with other aspects of New Student Registration (NSR) program days.
12. Meet with prospective students and their families to explain and answer questions about WSC academic and support programs.
13. Liaise with assigned Wayne State College School and cross-train within unit.
14. Lead retention efforts by identifying students in academic need, contacting them, and developing a plan toward academic and career success.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Education, Student Personnel, or closely related field
- Experience with student case management software
- Two or more years of experience in Supplemental Instruction, Peer Tutoring mentorship programs or related academic support areas in higher education
Physical Demands
License and Certification Requirements
Other Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Salary Information
Competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Attractive and comprehensive benefit package. Annual salary range is $51,404- $64,256.
FTE
1.000
FLSA
Exempt
Union Status
NSCPA
Number of Vacancies
1
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
PS1741P
Desired Start Date
Open Date
09/25/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Wayne State College is seeking an Academic Advisor to work in the new Academic and Career Success Center.
General Information
Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.
EEO Statement
The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges’ non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.
Veteran Statement
This position is subject to Veterans Preference.
Salary : $51,404 - $64,256