Coordinator, Advisor, and Instructor

South Dakota State University; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Relocation benefits

Job summary

South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD, invites applications for a 12-month, full-time Coordinator, Advisor, and Instructor role within the Fishback Honors College. The position emphasizes advising, teaching honors courses, and developing co-curricular programs to strengthen student engagement and retention.

Sponsorship is not available, and candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Responsibilities include advising students on academic and professional growth, teaching honors

Qualifications

• Master's degree completed by January 1, 2027.
• At least one year of relevant experience.
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise Honors College students on academic, personal, and professional success strategies.
• Teach Honors courses that support student learning and development.
• Develop and support co-curricular programming that enhances the Honors student experience.
• Contribute to student success initiatives and programs within the Honors College.
• Supervise and provide guidance to student staff supporting Honors College programs and services.
• Collaborate with colleagues to advance student engagement, retention, and success initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Student advising

Teaching

Program development

Education

Master's degree

Master's degree in Counseling/ Education/ Student Affairs (preferred)

Tools

Advising platforms

Job description

Are you passionate about guiding and mentoring exceptional students? Do you thrive in a dynamic academic environment where you can make a meaningful impact? South Dakota State University is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our Honors College team as Coordinator, Advisor, and Instructor. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

SDState is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

The Van D. and Barbara B. Fishback Honors College is an academic community for bright, creative and motivated students who yearn to be scholars and leaders. Designed to complement any major, Honors College brings together students from across the globe and faculty across the disciplines to connect and engage in a world-class education, tailored to each Honors student’s intellectual interests and professional aspirations.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advise Honors College students on academic, personal, and professional success strategies.
• Teach Honors courses that support student learning and development.
• Develop and support co-curricular programming that enhances the Honors student experience.
• Contribute to student success initiatives and programs within the Honors College.
• Supervise and provide guidance to student staff supporting Honors College programs and services.
• Collaborate with colleagues to advance student engagement, retention, and success initiatives.

SALARY RANGE:

The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $51,063.

BENEFITS:

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree completed by January 1, 2027.
• At least one year of relevant experience.
• Valid drivers license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Education, Student Affairs, or related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of the mission and vision of the Fishback Honors College.
• Experience teaching, advising, and/or mentoring honors students or other highly motivated students.
• Knowledge of student development theory and advising-related technology platforms.
• At least one year of collegiate teaching experience.
• Experience developing, implementing, and assessing events or programs.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Position closes October 30, 2026.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

For questions on the position, contact the supervisor of the position, Greg Heiberger at [e-mail] or 605-688-5268.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, 605-688-4128.