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About the Role

The Academic Advisor will provide educational advising to students, parents, and high school guidance counselors on career and program major choices, curriculum, admissions, enrollment procedures, business office policies, financial aid, and housing options. This role involves working with both monolingual and bilingual students and their families, supporting bilingual outreach, and participating in family events to meet student needs across all three campuses and within our larger communities.

Responsibilities

Provide educational advising to students by utilizing knowledge of college curriculum, tutorial services, financial aid, and social activities to assist students in the selection of appropriate developmental and academic courses, in obtaining tutorial assistance, and in participating in campus activities to help make a successful transition from high school to college.
Meet with students who speak different languages to discuss their academic progress, course selections, and career goals, using bilingual skills to ensure clear communication and understanding.
Assist with completion and collection of necessary admission and registration documents.
Provide assessment preparation resources and understand and interpret assessment scores for course placement or referrals.
Work closely with faculty to support students’ success in and out of the classroom.
Interpret Riverland, Minnesota State System, state, and federal statutes, policies and guidelines and translate them into advising procedures, processes, and services while troubleshooting and problem-solving issues with students to overcome achievement barriers.
Plan and implement supportive activities related to academic, career, financial aid, and transfer.
Identify career and educational options and requirements to maximize student achievement, retention, persistence, and educational goal attainment.
Plan and implement retention activities that include, but are not limited to, cultural enrichment activities, workshops, or individual sessions on interpersonal processes, stress management, time management, decision making, financial literacy, study skills, major selection, career exploration and/or development, and any other workshops that would aid in the participants’ success.
Track and report on students’ academic progress towards graduation and other academic goals.
Identify at-risk students and develop and implement academic recovery plans and retention strategies to ensure student retention and successful completion of their academic programs.
Ensure college data integrity, reliability, and accuracy of student records.
Identify and help resolve student record data integrity issues.
Maintain the confidentiality of student information as required by FERPA.
Refer students to appropriate campus and community resources as needed.
Supervise work-study students when appropriate.
Participate in college enrollment activities, especially bilingual enrollment activities, including representing the college at community events and partnership building opportunities, orienting prospective and new students, and participating in new student registration activities.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.

Requirements

Minimum three (3) years of related work experience -OR- Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of related work experience -OR- an equivalent combination of education and experience.
An associate degree could be substituted for 6 months of experience, a bachelor’s degree is 12 months, and a master’s degree is 18 months within any of the following disciplines: social sciences, psychology, or related.
Ability to work effectively with students from diverse and traditionally underserved backgrounds with varied needs.
Computer software applications and systems sufficient to manage and query data and create business correspondence, reports, and training presentations.
Effective written communication and public speaking skills, sufficient to present information clearly and actionably to large groups.
Human relations/ customer service sufficient to actively listen to and understand students’ needs and provide accurate information and appropriate alternatives, meet quality of service needs, and evaluate student satisfaction.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Bilingual/multilingual fluent in Spanish, Karen, Karenni, Somali, Pohnpeian, French, Nuer, Anuak, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.
Demonstrated experience working with multicultural and underserved populations.
A complete online application will include a letter of interest and a resume/curriculum vitae.
This position requires completing employment references and a driver’s license background check.
Employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s Vehicle use criteria and consent to Motor Vehicle Records check.
All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Skills

Spanish
Karen
Karenni
Somali
Pohnpeian
French
Nuer
Anuak
Computer software applications and systems
Written communication
Public speaking
Human relations/ customer service
Organizational skills
Time management skills
Working with multicultural and underserved populations
Student record systems
Project management
Specialty software such as ISRS, Workday, Degree Audit, Perceptive Content, SharePoint

Location

Austin
Albert Lea Campus

Work Type

Full time
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Experience Level

Minimum three (3) years of related work experience
Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of related work experience
Master’s degree in higher education, social science psychology, or related field
Two (2) or more years of experience working in Student Affairs in Higher Education

Education Level

Associate degree
Bachelor’s degree
Master’s degree in higher education, social science psychology, or related field

Salary/Compensations

$26.12 - $37.91 / $54,539.00 - $79,156.00

Benefits

Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles
Employer-paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option
Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling
12 paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick time
Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts
Various investment options
Professional development
Tuition waivers for both you and your dependents

About the Company

Riverland Community College is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees, students, and the region thrive.
Guided by our vision, mission, and values, we provide excellent opportunities for students to reach their academic and career goals.
Our values focus on cultivating student growth through service, collaboration, innovation, and respect.
We offer a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contributions and is committed to diversity and inclusion.
We are dedicated to continually developing a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our students and communities.
We recognize the value of diverse experiences and perspectives, which enhance our ability to serve the people of our region effectively.
Riverland is an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution.
We welcome candidates who understand HSIs and the Latinx student experience, further enriching our inclusive community.
With small class sizes, personalized instruction, and hands-on learning, Riverland offers student-centered education that empowers individuals to succeed.
Our diverse range of credit and non-credit courses caters to various learning modalities.
With campuses in Albert Lea, Austin, and Owatonna, Riverland offers associate degrees in over 90 career options, liberal arts and sciences, and customized training, providing comprehensive educational opportunities for all.
Located in southern Minnesota, our region boasts excellent public and parochial education systems, diverse recreational activities for all seasons, and upscale communities that enrich personal and professional lives.

Equal Opportunity

Minnesota State is unable to sponsor Applicants for work visas.