Academic Advisor

Murray-State-University; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Murray State University is seeking an Academic Advisor for the Regional Campus in Hopkinsville, KY. This full-time staff role supports admissions, enrollment, advising, and related processes at the regional campus.

The Academic Advisor will recruit prospective students, assist with admissions and financial aid, and collaborate with community partners to ensure smooth transfers. Regional campus operations and events are part of the duties.

Qualifications

• Experience working with the public.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to prospective students and current students.
• Assist with admissions, enrollment, financial aid, and scholarship information guidance.
• Collaborate with regional campus staff to recruit and transition transfer students.
• Participate in recruitment events and promote enrollment growth.
• Support day-to-day operations and regional campus activities.
• Assist with videoconferencing classroom activities as needed.

Skills

Public interaction

Microsoft Office

Job description

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint.

Type of Employment

Regular Full-Time

Work Location

Hopkinsville, KY

Employment Term

12 Months

Position Type

Staff - Exempt (Monthly)

Department

Adult and Regional Education

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Academic Advisor provides assistance with daily operations at the regional campus, recruits prospective students, assists students with admissions and enrollment processes, and serves in an academic advisory role.

• Serve as an academic advisor for prospective students to provide quality academic advising services, as well as accurate degree program curriculum planning.
• Serve as an academic advisor for students enrolled in the Integrated Studies program and all other regional campus and distance learning programs to provide quality advising and academic services.
• Implement and/or assist with various recruitment campaigns.
• Collaborate with the local community college partner staff to recruit and provide a seamless transition for new transfer students.
• Attend recruitment events and activities to promote enrollment growth.
• Assist students with admissions, enrollment, financial aid, scholarship information, provides guidance to students regarding other university related issues.
• Assist with maintaining social media posts for the regional campus.
• Assist with regional campus student organization activities.
• Assist with day-to-day operations.
• Assist with videoconferencing classroom activities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Regional Campus Director or Executive Director of Center for Adult and Regional Education.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements

• Experience working with the public.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Experience in and understanding of academic advising or mentoring students is preferred.

Posting Date

08/17/2026

Closing Date

08/31/2026

Open Until Filled No

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you currently have a Bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have any prior public speaking experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience with Microsoft Office Suite?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Document

412 Sparks Hall Murray, KY 42071 - [e-mail] - [phone]