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Missouri State University

Academic Advisor I (McQueary College of Health & Human Services)

🇺🇸 Springfield, MO

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $44K

💻 Academic Advising

🗓️ December 4th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Missouri State University is hiring an Academic Advisor I for the McQueary College of Health & Human Services. The role involves proactively guiding students through admissions, registration, and academic progress while collaborating with faculty and staff to support student retention and success within the college.

Highlights

  • Provide academic advising on degree requirements, course selection, university policies, and procedures.

  • Proactively orient students on admissions, placement testing, registration, resources, and programs.

  • Monitor student academic progress and assist in creating reasonable academic plans aligned with program requirements and personal goals.

  • Conduct check-ins, address academic concerns, and advocate for students as needed.

  • Utilize technology and university software to facilitate student-advisor interactions effectively.

  • Collaborate with faculty, administrators, retention, and recruitment professionals to support student success and retention.

  • Requires a bachelor's degree; master's degree preferred.

  • Preferred experience includes academic advising and knowledge of higher education policies with 1-2 years related experience.

  • Must have strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills for diverse populations, and computer literacy; experience with database applications preferred.

  • Salary proposed at $43,888 annually; position is full-time, regular, and exempt with occasional evening, weekend, and travel duties.