About the role
Job Title: Academic Advisor I Department: Student Affairs Employment Type: Full-Time Rate: $18.45/HR
Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.
Applications received by November 8,2026 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
The Academic Center for Excellence at Montana Technological University seeks an Academic Advisor. This individual will join a team that supports incoming and current students with building academic pathways that align with students' goals. This position will develop a thorough knowledge of majors, minors, and certificate programs at Montana Tech in addition to understanding multiple student information systems. They are required to take initiative in communication and will work both independently and collaboratively with student affairs professionals, faculty and staff.
Duties: * Essential duties for this position include but are not limited to: * Provide academic advising to prospective, new, and continuing students regarding degree requirements, course selection, and academic planning * Engage in regular communication with students and faculty to support enrollment and retention * Help students resolve academic issues and navigate University policies and procedures * Utilize student information systems such as Banner, OrediggerWeb, and EAB Navigate360 to facilitate and track student meetings * Collaborate and coordinate with faculty and staff to support student success * Provide referrals to appropriate campus resources * Interpret and apply academic policies, including catalog requirements and math/writing placement procedures * Assist with new student orientation sessions and information sessions in Freshman Seminar classes
Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university * Familiarity with higher education structures, policies, and student development principles * Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as a part of a team * Ability to remain calm and professional in a variety of situations * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Proficiency in standard computer applications with the ability to learn new systems quickly
Preferred Qualifications: * Master's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience, including assistantships, internships, or related practical experience * Related experiences in a college or university setting * Knowledge of university-level advising policies and procedures * Ability to demonstrate genuine empathy and care for students, their challenges and their successes * Fluency with software such as Banner, Oredigger Web, DegreeWorks, Navigate, and Canvas
.For full consideration application materials must be complete. Please include: * Cover letter addressing qualifications * Resume * Contact information for 3 professional references