What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advisor- Academics position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Advisor- Academics
Posting Number
NFE02650P
Department
SDSU-Ness School of Management & Economics
Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings
Posting Text
The Ness School of Management and Economics at South Dakota State University (SDSU) is seeking an Advisor to support its academic programs. The school seeks a dynamic, self-motivated individual to advise undergraduate students in seven major programs—including accounting, agbusiness, business economics, consumer behavior, economics, entrepreneurial studies, and operations management—and several minor programs. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.
The Ness School includes approximately 35 full-time faculty members and a team of professional academic advisors. The school embodies an intellectual philosophy that economics and quantitative analysis are foundational to thriving in and critically assessing a modern global economy. Consistent with its land-grant mission, the school is the premier source for economics and business intelligence in the region. The school engages its stakeholders in the classroom, through scholarship, and through outreach. The school is a unit of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Academically advise and otherwise support the academic and professional success of undergraduate students in the Ness School.
- Participate in recruitment programs such as Jackrabbit Preview and Junior and Senior Days.
- Participate in New Student Orientation and ThumpStart programs.
- Support the management and economics career fair.
- Contribute to school efforts to enhance the undergraduate-student experience.
BENEFITS:
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Master’s degree in Counseling, Student Affairs, Education, Business, or related field completed by start date.
- At least one year of experience in recruitment, advising, mentoring or other related experience.
- Evidence of working independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
- Evidence of communicating effectively with a variety of audiences on and off campus.
- Evidence of excellent organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills.
- A valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Three or more years of experience supporting student success in a professional role or in pursuit of an advanced degree in counseling, student affairs, education, or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to develop programs and activities that support undergraduate-student academic and professional success, student recruitment, and student retention.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date
03/21/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
04/11/2025
Advertised Salary
The minimum starting salary for this position $48,838 with education and/or experience to be considered.
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
8-5
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Faculty Status
No
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
No Requirement
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $84 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Dr. Ekaterina Koromyslova at Ekaterina.Koromyslova@sdstate.edu.
Salary : $84 - $48,838
