Academic Advisor - Concurrent Enrollment

Utah State University
$45,000 - $50,000 Commensurate on experience and education. Plus an excellent benefit package.
United States, Utah, Blanding
576 West 200 South (Show on map)
Sep 25, 2026
Academic Advisor - Concurrent Enrollment Requisition ID: 2026-10739 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Blanding Category: Student Programs & Services Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt College: Statewide & Online Education Department: SW Campuses RES-Blanding Advertised Salary: $45,000 - $50,000 Commensurate on experience and education. Plus an excellent benefit package. Overview USU Blanding is seeking applicants for an Academic Advisor to advise prospective, current, and former students as part of the NASNTI (Native Americans Servicing Non-Tribal Institutions) II Grant. Incumbents in the Academic Advisor position advise and assist students in the development of academic plans and class schedules as well as assess academic level, attend to student academic inquiries, assist in the resolution of individual academic problems, and advise on academic program changes. Incumbents also prepare students' graduation applications for Dean approval in DegreeWorks or assist students in semester-by-semester planning in preparation for declaring a major. This is a soft funded position based on funding oppurtunities. Responsibilities Advise students individually and/or with groups regarding academic core and/or departmental requirements, appropriate class selection, academic policies and procedures, and campus resources. Assist students with the identification of long-term goals and career plans. Work to position students to meet requirements for graduation within appropriate periods of time while preparing them to meet future goals. Advise special populations of students within the scope of responsibility, such as new or transfer students, undeclared majors, minority groups, etc., assisting in the exploration of academic programs and focusing on academic direction, procedures, policies, and available resources. Maintain advising records and confidential student evaluation records. Utilize USU information systems to support the delivery of advising services. Serve on appropriate department, college, and/or campus advisory committees. Perform related duties as required or deemed necessary to meet the Academic Advising goals within the Advisor's scope of responsibility. Concurrent Enrollment Advising Conduct regular grade checks and manage academic progress interventions. Assist with planning and attending university or school district events. Collect, track, and report student data Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree is required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal and people skills Strong communication skills, being able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel and Word. Must be a hands-on, self-directed, organized, and conscientious individual. Strong time management and organizational skills. Effective analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to establish and build constructive relationships, especially with students. Attention to detail and quality-focused. Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application Contact information for 3 Professional References to be typed at the beginning of the application Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary $45,000 - $50,000 Commensurate on experience and education. Plus an excellent benefit package. ADA Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. Some travel will be required. College/Department Highlights University Highlights As Utah's student-centered, land-grant research university, Utah State University expands opportunity and strengthens communities across the state through learning, discovery, extension, and engagement. Founded in 1888, USU now holds two Carnegie distinctions: R1 status for very high research activity and the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification. Its innovative research and scholarship is grounded in reciprocal partnerships with local, regional, and global communities, advancing knowledge and serving the public good across Utah, the nation, and the world. With over 50 world-class research facilities and the nation's second-oldest undergraduate research program, USU prepares students to become active, civically engaged leaders who can address critical societal challenges. USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, which it joined July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when it named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at 435-797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. updated 10/26 https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/10739/academic-advisor---concurrent-enrollment/job?in_iframe=1* Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. 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