Academic Advisor

University Of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 44,834 - 54,797; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution in Moscow, Idaho, is seeking an Academic Advisor who will provide support and education to enhance students’ learning experiences. The ideal candidate will help students fulfill their educational goals and foster positive relationships while navigating university policies. A Bachelor's Degree is required, with preference given to candidates with experience in academic advising. This full-time position offers an engaging environment to support student success and requires effective communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for membership in related professional organizations.
• Ability to work non-standard business hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and education to students to elevate their learning experience.
• Help students select courses and engage in opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with university partners to ensure access to resources.

Skills

Student development theory

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Division/College Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management

Department Academic Advising

Location Moscow

Position Overview

The University of Idaho Strategic Enrollment Management Division (SEM) assists students academically and financially to pursue their educational goals. We believe that learning never stops. University of Idaho can help learners continue their education face to face, online, while in high school, as a next step from secondary school, or for professionals who wish to continue to advance their education. SEM departments include: Admissions Processing, Admissions Recruitment, Academic Advising, Academic Support Programs, Career Services, Enrollment Management, International Programs Office, Military Programs, Registrar, and Student Financial Aid Services.

The University Advising Services (UAS) unit is part of University of Idaho’s Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Division. UAS seeks to elevate the standard for excellence in academic advising by working collaboratively with students and the university community to engage in advising practices that are rooted in teaching, connection, accessibility, and mutual respect in order to cultivate citizens engaged in their education and beyond. Our mission is to assist in the exploration and discovery of academic resources; educate students about university policies and procedures; promote engagement in high-impact opportunities, university life, and the community; and empower students to take ownership of their individual goals, decisions, and achievements.

The Academic Advisor provides support and education to elevate students’ learning experience at the University of Idaho. The Academic Advisor fosters student success by building positive and professional student relationships and by implementing proactive strategies that help students fulfill their educational goals. The Academic Advisor will have content expertise in one or more college(s)/program(s) and will help students select courses and engage in opportunities consistent with their developing goals and interests. This position will also support students’ timely progress toward degree completion. Additional duties include, but are not limited to, providing information and clarification regarding university academic policies, creating rapport, building academic advising relationships, and referring students to appropriate campus resources.

This position is expected to work collaboratively with university partners to ensure students have access to all campus support and enrichment opportunities.

• Delivering student-centered customer service
• Presenting information clearly and concisely to small and large groups and individuals
• Compiling and analyzing information for leadership/administrative decisions
• Interpreting and applying standards and regulations

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree

Required Other

• Must be eligible for membership in related professional organizations
• Ability to travelltli>
• Ability to work non-standard business hours

Additional Preferred

Education:

• Degree or professional experience in a related discipline
• Master’s Degree

Demonstrated experience:

• Providing academic advising in a higher education setting
• Working successfully with students and colleagues
• Establishing and maintaining quality professional relationships
• Analyzing information to identify and define problems/alternatives and developing recommendations

Knowledge of:

• University of Idaho academic rules and regulations for undergraduate level advising
• Student development theory and advising best practices

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively, both in writing and orally, complex ideas in a manner that adapts to student needs and to articulate program requirements to audiences including students, parents, faculty and campus partners
• Display strong organizational skills in to successfully manage competing priorities
• Work independently and take initiative with new and existing projects
• Motivate, encourage, and support students to recognize their potential and meet challenges

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• None

Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

Posting Information

FLSA Status Exempt

Employee Category Exempt

Pay Range $49,816 or higher depending on education and experience

Type of Appointment Fiscal Year

FTE 1

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Funding A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No

Posting Date 03/23/2026

Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is posted as open until filled, however, applications submitted on or before April 7, 2026 will receive priority consideration. Position will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

Applicants: Please use your letter of qualification to explain in detail how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet both the required and preferred qualifications as listed in the position description. Your letter of qualification will be used to demonstrate your communication and writing skills to determine your ranking among the other applicants for this position.

For resources about how to write a letter of qualification, please visit the HR website here: Applicant Resources – Careers | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu). If you would like to view a full copy of the job description, please reach out to the search coordinator at [e-mail].

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• List of References
• Letter of Qualification

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Academic Careers
  • Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)
  • Chronicle
  • Facebook
  • HigherEd/Academic Impressions
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)
  • Indeed.com
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • LinkedIn
  • Newspaper
  • Other Venue
  • Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)
  • University of Idaho Website
  • University of Idaho Daily Register
  • University of Idaho Employee
  • Word of Mouth
  • Militaryjob.com
  • DSPSjobs.com
  • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
• * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.

  (Open Ended Question)