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

🇺🇸 Springfield, MO 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $44K 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ January 31st, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Missouri State University is hiring an Academic Advisor I for the McQueary College of Health and Human Services. The advisor will proactively orient and support students through their academic progress, collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance student success, and utilize university technology to manage advising interactions.

Highlights

Provide academic advising on degree requirements, course selection, and university policies.
Proactively orient students on admissions, testing, registration, and resources.
Monitor student academic progress and conduct routine check-ins.
Advocate for students and address academic concerns.
Collaborate with faculty, administrators, and retention professionals to support student success and retention.
Utilize university software and technology in advising processes.
Requires a bachelor's degree; master's degree preferred.
Experience in academic advising and higher education preferred.
Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills required.
Position involves work evenings, weekends, and potential travel; annual salary at $43,888.