Student Affairs Advisor - St Cloud

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; St. Augusta (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Student Affairs Advisor to support medical students at the University of Minnesota Medical School CentraCare Regional Campus St. Cloud.

You will provide academic and career advising, wellness support, and case management in a hybrid work setting with on-site presence three days per week. Join a collaborative team working with campus leadership to promote student success and well-being, and coordinate across three Medical School campuses to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus four years of related experience, or Master's degree plus two years of related experience.
• Experience advising, coaching, counseling, case management, or supporting adult learners in higher education or health professions education.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students, faculty and staff.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and confidential information.
• Experience coordinating programs, events, or student engagement activities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary Student Affairs professional providing academic and career advising, student engagement, and casemanagement.
• Monitor student progression, coordinate with committees and leadership, and intervene when academic difficulties arise.
• Develop formal academic plans for remediations, decelerations, and leaves of absence, coordinating with disability services for accommodations.
• Provide holistic wellness support and referrals for students in mental health distress.
• Collaborate with faculty, mentors, and central Student Affairs to implement academic and career initiatives.
• Coordinate regional campus initiatives and ensure equitable access to resources across campuses.
• Lead campus programming, panels, workshops, and networking opportunities for professional development.
• Serve as liaison between regional campus and central Office of Student Affairs for career advising initiatives.
• Advise student leaders and coordinate campus engagement, traditions, and events.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Zoom

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Zoom

Job description

About the Job

Position Overview

The Student Affairs Advisor serves as the primary Student Affairsprofessional supporting medical students at the University ofMinnesota Medical School CentraCare Regional Campus St. Cloud. Working closely with campus leadership and the central Office ofStudent Affairs, this position provides comprehensive academicadvising, career advising, student engagement programming, and casemanagement to promote student success and well-being throughout medical school. As the primary Student Affairs professional on the regional campus, this position serves as a highly visible and trusted resource for students while partnering with campus and Medical School leadership to cultivate an exceptional studentexperience.

Using a proactive, relationship-centered advising model, the Student Affairs Advisor partners with students from matriculation through graduation to support academic progress, career exploration, wellness, professional identity formation, and engagement in campus life. The position collaborates closely with faculty advisors, learner development specialists, disability services, counseling resources, career advisors, and StudentAffairs colleagues across all three Medical School campuses to ensure students receive coordinated, individualized support.

This position reports to the Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education at the St. Cloud Regional Campus with functional collaboration and guidance from the central Office of Student Affairs.

The Medical School is committed to providing an excellent employee experience and offers a flexible work environment that meets the needs of students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.

This position follows a hybrid work arrangement with an expectation of working on-site at the St. Cloud Regional Campus at least three days each week, with flexibility for remote work on other days as operational needs allow. Occasional travel to the Twin Cities or Duluth campuses may be required.

Duties/Responsibilities

50%: Academic Advising

• Proactive Individualized Advising: Act as the first point ofcontact, providing guidance on curriculum, clinical immersionscheduling, clinical phase planning, specialty-specific electives,graduation requirements, and academic policies.
• Progression Tracking & Advocacy: Monitor student progressto intervene early when academic difficulties arise; coordinatewith the Committee on Student Scholastic Standing (COSSS) and otherStudent Affairs leaders regarding student progression.
• Strategic Case Management: Develop and document formal academicplans for remediations, decelerations, and leaves of absence.Coordinate with the Disability Resource Center (DRC) to ensureseamless accommodation compliance.
• Holistic Wellness Support: Utilize active listening andempathetic questioning to build rapport. Identify students inmental health distress and facilitate immediate referrals toappropriate professional resources.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Cultivate a robust network ofrelationships with faculty and staff to ensure successfulimplementation of academic plans.
  Professionalism Guidance: Coach students regarding professionalexpectations and collaborate with faculty and Student Affairsleadership when professionalism concerns arise.

20%: Career Advising & Professional Development

• Individualized Career Advising: Serve as the primary careeradvising resource for regional campus students, collaborating withcentral career advisors throughout all phases of training.
• Career Exploration & Specialty Discernment: Facilitatecareer exploration utilizing AAMC Careers in Medicine and otheradvising tools to help students make informed decisions regardingspecialty choice.
• Programming & Educational Events: Coordinate specialtypanels, informational sessions, career development workshops,networking opportunities, and other programming that supportsstudents' professional development.
• Faculty & Mentor Engagement: Collaborate with FacultyAdvisors, specialty mentors, and central Career Advising leadershipto connect students with meaningful mentoring relationships andcareer resources.
• Professional Development Planning: Assist students inidentifying scholarly, leadership, research, service, andextracurricular opportunities that align with their professionalinterests and long-term career goals.
• Regional Campus Liaison: Serve as the primary liaison betweenthe St. Cloud Regional Campus and the central Office of StudentAffairs for career advising initiatives, ensuring students haveequitable access to career development resources and programmingacross all campuses.
• Career Resource Development: Support students in developingindividualized career plans, professional portfolios, and residencypreparation strategies while promoting awareness of career advisingresources available throughout the Medical School.

15%: Student Affairs Programming & CampusEngagement

• Student Leadership Support: Serve as the primary advisor andadministrative resource for the Regional Campus Student Council,providing guidance on leadership initiatives, student advocacy, andcampus engagement.
• Student Organizations: Support student organizations, specialtyinterest groups, and student-led initiatives by facilitatingprogramming, connecting students with institutional resources, andadvising student leaders.
• Campus Programming & Traditions: Coordinate studentleadership opportunities, wellness activities, service initiatives,and campus traditions that foster community and professionalidentity formation.
• Signature Events: Assist in the planning and execution ofstudent-facing events including Orientation, White Coat Ceremony,Match Day, Graduation, Student Appreciation activities, and otherregional campus celebrations.
• Community Building & Belonging: Partner with faculty,staff, and campus leadership to cultivate an inclusive learningenvironment that promotes student belonging, professionalism,wellness, and engagement.
• Student Experience Enhancement: Collaborate with regionalcampus and central Student Affairs colleagues to identifyopportunities for continuous improvement of the student experienceand respond to emerging student needs and feedback.

15%: Student Support, Case Management & Central StudentAffairs Liaison

• Student Support & Case Management: Serve as the first pointof contact for students experiencing academic, personal, orprofessional challenges, providing individualized support andcoordinating appropriate interventions.
• Resource Navigation & Referral: Utilize active listening,strengths-based coaching, and sound judgment to connect studentswith appropriate campus and University resources, including BridgeCounseling, Learner Development, Disability Resource Center,financial wellness, and other student support services.
• Care Coordination: Coordinate communication among students,faculty advisors, course directors, learner developmentspecialists, disability services, counseling, and campus leadershipto ensure students receive timely, coordinated support whilemaintaining confidentiality.
• Student Advocacy: Advocate for students by helping themnavigate institutional policies, processes, and availableresources, while promoting student success, well-being, andprofessional development.
• Tri-Campus Collaboration: Serve as a regional campus liaison tothe central Office of Student Affairs by participating intri-campus meetings, implementing school-wide initiatives, andensuring consistent delivery of student support services acrosscampuses.
• Continuous Improvement & Assessment: Identify emergingstudent needs, monitor trends affecting student success andwellness, and provide feedback to regional campus and MedicalSchool leadership to support continuous improvement of StudentAffairs programs and services.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus four years of related experience, orMaster's degree plus two years of related experience.
• Experience advising, coaching, counseling, case management, orsupporting adult learners in higher education, health professionseducation, or a related field.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communicationskills.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships withstudents, faculty, and staff.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to managemultiple priorities and confidential information.
• Experience coordinating programs, events, or student engagementactivities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom, andrelated technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs,Counseling, Educational Psychology, Public Health, or relatedfield.
• Experience supporting medical, health professions, or graduatestudents.
• Experience working with students in academic difficulty ornavigating complex student situations.
• Knowledge of medical education, residency advising, orphysician career development.
• Experience with case management or student successcoaching.
• Familiarity with AAMC Careers in Medicine or similar careerdevelopment resources.
• Experience working collaboratively across multiple departmentsor campuses.

Key Competencies

• Student-Centered Advising
• Commitment to supporting student success through proactive,relationship-centered advising.
• Demonstrates empathy, emotional intelligence, discretion, andsound judgment when working with students facing academic,personal, or professional challenges.
• Communication & Relationship Building
• Builds collaborative, trusting relationships with students,faculty, staff, and campus partners.
• Communicates effectively with diverse stakeholders throughstrong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Collaboration & Student Advocacy
• Works effectively across departments and campuses to coordinatestudent support services.
• Advocates for students while balancing institutional policies,professionalism, and student well-being.
• Organization & Project Management
• Effectively manages multiple priorities, competing deadlines,and confidential information.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention todetail in advising, event coordination, and case management.
• Problem Solving & Initiative
• Approaches complex student situations with critical thinking,sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Exercises initiative, adaptability, and self-direction whileworking independently and collaboratively.

About the Department

Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educatesphysicians, scientists, and health professionals; generatesknowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness,collaboration, and discovery.

The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be an national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students’ education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations.

Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs atregional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $55,000 - $56,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointmen t

Work Location: St. Cloud (In Person / Hybrid)

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized byForbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026,we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awardsrecognition for employee appreciation and work-lifeflexibility.