Advisor

Lewis-Clark State College; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston, Idaho, is seeking an Advisor to provide direct academic advising for new Career & Technical Education (CTE) and academic program students. The role involves coordinating referrals for placement assessments, monitoring student progress, presenting sessions during registration, managing a caseload, proactive outreach, and supporting STAR events.

This is a full-time professional office position with typical hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; evenings

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience providing career guidance or academic advising.
• Familiarity with student success resources and referrals in college setting.
• Over one year of experience in office settings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, initial academic advising for new CTE and academic program students.
• Coordinate referrals for placement assessments and developmental coursework as needed.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress in meeting developmental education and program-specific requirements.
• Conduct presentations and advising sessions for academic and CTE students, including hands-on support during registration periods.
• Manage an ongoing caseload of academic advisees.
• Proactive outreach and communication to advisees regarding student engagement, academic performance, opportunities, and concerns.
• Actively promote and participate in STAR events and related activities.
• Provide backup support for daily operations and services within The Advising Center.
• Support recruitment and retention initiatives through direct student engagement and indirect programmatic efforts.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Director of Academic Advising.

Skills

Career advising experience

Office experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

LC State invites applications for the position of Advisor.

Salary and rank based on experience and qualifications: $49,754

Degree Required:

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum one (1) year of experience providing career guidance, academic advising, or related student support services in an educational or professional setting;
• Familiarity with student success resources and support services, as evidenced by prior use, referral practices, or direct involvement in delivering such services in a college setting;
• Over one year of experience working in office settings; and
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and demonstrated computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Career Counseling, Social Work, or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university;
• Solid understanding of career and major exploration processes, including decision-making strategies;
• Experience providing academic or career advising in a college or university setting;
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, demonstrated through examples of written materials, presentations, or evaluations of verbal communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Proficient in using Ellucian Colleague or similar student information systems.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct, initial academic advising for new Career & Technical Education (CTE) and academic program students;
• Coordinate referrals for placement assessments and developmental coursework as needed;
• Monitor and evaluate student progress in meeting developmental education and program-specific requirements;
• Conduct presentations and advising sessions for academic and CTE students, including hands‑on support during registration periods;
• Manage an ongoing caseload of academic advisees;
• Proactive outreach and communication to advisees regarding student engagement, academic performance, opportunities, and concerns;
• Actively promote and participate in all Student Advising and Registration (STAR) events and related activities;
• Provide backup support for daily operations and services within The Advising Center;
• Support recruitment and retention initiatives through both direct student engagement and indirect programmatic efforts; and
• Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Director of Academic Advising.
• This is a full‑time position in a professional office environment. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evenings and weekends may be required.

Additional duties include direct and indirect activities to support recruitment and retention of students.

This position is open until filled. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check and may also be subject to an education verification. LC State is an EEO/VETS employer.