Academic Advisor I

Academic Advisor I, Full-Time, $18.45/Hour

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 May 5, 2025 will be guaranteed full review and consideration.  Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established

Montana Tech invites applications for an Academic Advisor I.  The Academic  Advisor will work directly with first year and continuing students pursuing four-year degrees through the Lance College of Mines and Engineering and will collaborate with  faculty and staff to cultivate an environment that supports students success.

The successful candidate will 

Duties:

• Advise current new and potential students in the Lance College of Mines and Engineering (LCME)
• Engage in regular communication with students to support enrollment and retention
• Utilize student Information Systems such as Banner, OrediggerWeb, and EAB Navigate 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 communicate academic rules and regulations including course catalog and math/writing placement
• Assist with LCME new student orientation sessions and information sessions in Freshman Engineering Seminar

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Strong understanding of higher education
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a variety of situations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in computer software programs and/or ability to learn new software programs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in STEM field
• Two years related experience and advising background
• Knowledge of university-level advising policies and procedures
• Ability to demonstrate genuine empathy and care for students, their challenges and their success
• Fluency with student information software such as Banner, OrediggerWeb, DegreeWorks, EAB Navigate

For full consideration application materials must be complete.  

Please include: 

• Cover letter addressing qualifications,
• Resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references. 

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. 

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

To claim veteran’s preference please complete the employment (veteran’s) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

Employment (veteran's) preference form

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.edu

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

* Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.

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