Part-Time Hybrid Academic Advisor II

Iowa State University; Ames (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Generous vacation

Onsite childcare

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellbeing program

WorkFlex options

Job summary

Iowa State University in Ames, IA seeks an Academic Advisor II to support online undergraduate students in distance programs, primarily in the Psychology program and Bachelor of Liberal Studies. The role emphasizes student-centered advising and collaboration within a supportive team.

This benefit-eligible, 20-hour-per-week hybrid position requires experience in advising or teaching diverse student populations in online settings, with strong communication, organization, and time-management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required; experience in advising, teaching, counseling, or client services is preferred.
• Experience working in online learning environments and with diverse student populations.
• Proficiency with educational platforms and workplace technology (Workday, Outlook, Canvas).

Responsibilities

• Advise online undergraduate students on degree planning, graduation requirements, and academic policies.
• Refer students to academic resources and support services as needed.
• Assist in recruitment and retention of online students and support orientation activities.
• Engage in training for for‑credit micro‑credentials and serve as a resource for advisors and students.

Skills

Student advising

Collaboration

Communication

Time management

Online advising

Education

Bachelor's degree (liberal arts/science)

Master's degree in higher education/counseling

Tools

Workday

Outlook

Excel

Canvas

Navigate

Job description

Required Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Position Title

Part-Time Hybrid Academic Advisor II

Job Group

Professional & Scientific

Job Description

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences seeks an Academic Advisor II to advise online undergraduate students in our distance programs. This position will likely support students in our online Psychology program and the Bachelor of Liberal Studies degree.

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is the most academically varied college at Iowa State University. With 21 academic departments, one professional school, over 50 undergraduate majors, and more than 20 cross-disciplinary programs, the college plays a central role in nearly every major offered at Iowa State.

This is a benefit‑eligible, hybrid position working 20 hours per week.

The successful candidate will bring a student‑centered approach to academic advising and a strong preference for collaboration. They will have experience advising, counseling, or teaching a variety of student populations in both one‑on‑one and group settings, as well as experience working in an online learning environment. This candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and time‑management skills and understand the value and benefits of micro‑credentials in supporting student learning and career development.

Example Of Duties

• Advise students concerning degree planning, academic enhancements, academic support services, academic policy issues, and graduation requirements
• Refer students to appropriate resources such as academic success, financial aid, ISU Online, etc.
• Assist in recruitment and retention of online students.
• Be available to assist with on‑campus orientation and prospective student events.
• Engage in training in for-credit micro-credentials and serve as a resource for advisors and students

This is a rewarding opportunity to play an instrumental role in students' lives, helping them navigate college in an online environment providing more career opportunities post graduation. You'll be part of a collaborative, supportive advising team, where you will receive comprehensive training and be part of a warm, team‑oriented culture. If you're looking for a position where you can make a difference and grow professionally, this is a place where you can thrive.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a liberal arts or science area or one of the college’s curricular areas
• Master’s degree in higher education, counseling, advising, education or a liberal arts or science area
• Experience advising, teaching, counseling students or working directly with clients/customers
• Experience using workplace technology and educational platforms (i.e., Workday, Outlook, Excel, Canvas, Navigate)
• Experience in online learning

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position

Pay Grade

PS806

Appointment Type

Regular

Why Choose Iowa State University?

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail].

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.