Academic Advisor II

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The Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering at Iowa State University is seeking an Academic Advisor II to join our student services team. This role is essential in enhancing the academic experience of undergraduate students and supporting recruitment and retention efforts. The successful candidate will assist with academic advising, career guidance, and various student programs, contributing to a supportive and engaging learning environment.

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• Assist students with registration and academic planning.
• Review Academic Progress Reports and provide career guidance.
• Refer students to resources that support their retention and academic success.
• Participate in recruitment activities, including meeting with prospective students and their families.
• Teach orientation and seminar courses.
• Coordinate learning community programs.
• Serve on departmental committees as needed.

About Us: The Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering (IMSE) offers a cutting-edge industrial engineering program that combines personal attention from faculty with a wide variety of educational opportunities. We support our students from initial recruitment to graduation with resources such as academic advising, scholarship opportunities, state-of-the-art facilities, learning communities, and student organizations. Our dedicated advising team is committed to student success, providing valuable resources and support throughout their academic journey.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Level Guidelines
Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
Provides guidance to students

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To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
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

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