Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!
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This position meets individually with students to assist with items such as, but not limited: course registration, transcripts/credential evaluation, and creating plans of study. This position interprets placements scores and multiple measures to place students in appropriate level courses. Advisors recommend appropriate courses and course load based on students’ academic ability, personal obligations, and career goals. This position must be able to utilize student information systems and other electronic tools (degree audit, appointment scheduling etc.) to effectively assist students. Advisors support students with setting goals and connecting desired outcomes with current activities, time management, and developing critical thinking skills. Advisors will advise and provide outreach to students on academic probation and advise and provide outreach to students who receive a D/F/W/I in previous semester course(s). Academic Advisors will coach students to explore alternatives to overcome barriers to persistence or graduation and make appropriate resource referrals when necessary.

Academic Advisors must maintain familiarity with academic programs. They must be current on policies and procedures including institutional policies, federal, and state regulations. Advisors are expected to maintain accurate and detailed advising notes in appropriate electronic and paper-based systems; track advisees’ performance during and at the end of each semester; maintain records and permanent file for current and previous students in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA); and maintain and update Degree Works degree audit information.

The position must be able to communicate with students in person and/or by email, mail, phone, web conferencing, and text messaging. Academic Advisors will assist in promoting student self-service tools during advising interactions. They must be able to understand how diversity, differences, and institutional/social barriers influence the student experience to effectively practice inclusive advising strategies for all students. Academic Advisors participate and assist during all orientation programs and other enrollment related events. Academic Advisors are expected to communicate in a professional manner with department faculty, university administrators, staff, students, and campus visitors.

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