Academic Coordinator/Advisor | School of Design and Construction

Washington State University; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation leave

Paid holidays

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement

Deferred compensation

Training and development

Employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University seeks an Academic Coordinator/Advisor for the School of Design and Construction. The role focuses on coordinating undergraduate advising, creating academic plans, and guiding students through degree requirements and career options within the Construction Management program.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and two years of advising experience, with a Master’s degree offering substitution for one year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of full-time academic advising experience at a college or university or related education/experience.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of professional work experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience with computer software and programs, specifically the Microsoft Office suite, and ability to learn new software and programs quickly.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and positively in a diverse team environment.
• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work evening or weekend hours as necessary for recruitment activities.
• Experience with academic advising and related issues.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver engaging and informative presentations to students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic coordination and advising for undergraduates in the Construction Management program.
• Analyze applications and assess academic levels for admission to the major.
• Respond to academic inquiries and develop individual academic plans.
• Educate students on degree requirements, career exploration, and university policies.
• Counsel non-students on admission pathways and assist transfer students.
• Support processes associated with major admission and academic planning.

Skills

Academic advising

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization

Travel readiness

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree substitution

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity

As the School of Design and Construction (SDC) Academic Coordinator/Advisor, the majority of your responsibilities will include duties such as, but not limited to, academic coordination and advising for prospective and current undergraduate students in the Bachelor of Science in Construction Management program in the SDC; analyzing applications for certification; assessing academic level; responding to academic inquiries; academic advising, including developing individual academic plans; educating students in the areas of academic planning, interpretation of department, school, college, and university requirements, degree requirements, career exploration, and other related matters; counseling non-students about possible admission to university programs; providing academic planning advice for prospective transfer students; and providing support for processes associated with admission to the major.

Additional Information

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible. Monthly Salary: $3,750.85 - $5,397.56 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits

• paid sick and vacation leave
• paid holidays
• medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• retirement
• deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
• training and development
• employee tuition waiver

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of full-time academic advising experience at a college or university or related education/experience.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience with computer software and programs, specifically the Microsoft Office suite, and ability to learn new software and programs quickly.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and positively in a diverse team environment.
• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work evening or weekend hours as necessary for recruitment activities.
• Experience with academic advising and related issues.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver engaging and informative presentations to students and parents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience creating database queries and generating reports.
• Understanding of, and ability to apply, WSU policies and procedures as related to student records and degree program requirements.
• Knowledge of university computing systems such as the myWSU Advising Module and Oracle Business Intelligence (OBIEE) as well as Slate.
• Previous work experience at an institution of higher education.
• Experience with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines.
• Master’s degree in related field and more than 2 years of full-time experience with academic advising.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department

School of Design + Construction | The School of Design + Construction is committed to providing a transformative, integrated design and construction education. We produce and share practical knowledge through research and instruction for the betterment of society, the environment, and the construction industry.

We offer accredited degree programs in architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and construction management.

Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture.

Department Name: School of Design and Construction.

Location: Pullman, WA.

Time Type: Full time Position Term: 12 Month Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non‑U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

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