Specialist - Advisor-Fixed Term

Position Summary

Service as an academic advisor for students majoring and minoring in a range of arts and humanities disciplines. This includes academic program planning, study abroad and away, experiential education including internships and undergraduate research, career development and related topics;?

assist with course enrollment management within CAL departments

participation in the development and implementation of activities/projects related to student success;?

teach 1 section of either AL 101 or AL 250

participation in all New Student Orientation Programs, Colloquium, and associated events;?

degree certification;

familiarity with enrollment and curricular systems, including Campus Solutions and ESAF;

regular engagement with faculty and academic staff in the designated departments & programs, the College of Arts & Letters Dean's Office, the Honors College, and other units on campus;

representation of the relevant departments and programs at various undergraduate recruiting events including coordination of visits of prospective students;

participation in college-wide advisor meetings and professional development activities

Energetic personality and strong work ethic are necessary.

Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required DegreeMasters -Student affairs or related fieldDesired DegreeDoctorate -Student affairs, higher education, or related fieldMinimum Requirements

An MA in student affairs. Excellent written, oral, and dynamic presentation/ communication skills are essential.

Strong organizational skills emphasizing long-term planning and implementation are vital to the applicant's success.

Technical skills in word-processing, database management, PowerPoint, spreadsheets, and social media composition.

Demonstrated ability to work closely with Academic Advisors and a diverse student population, faculty, and potential employers.

Desired Qualifications

A MFA/PhD in student affairs, higher education, or related field.

Well-prepared candidates will have at least three years of full-time work in advising or student affairs.

Required Application MaterialsQualified applicants should submit

a cover letter that articulates interest in and vision for the position

current curriculum vitae

1-page summary of your philosophy of diversity, equity, and inclusion as it pertains to intellectual leadership in the areas of teaching/curriculum development, research/creative activities, service, outreach, advising, and/or administration. The statement should also include an explanation of related past or planned activities/endeavors as well as how the candidate will advance our goals of inclusive excellence. For more about MSU's DEI efforts, see . For more information about writing diversity statements, see

the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees.

Special InstructionsReview of applications will begin 07 August 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.For more information, contact Quinn Moreno, Director of Student Success and Interim Director of Advising, at qmoreno@msu.edu.Persons with disabilities have the right to request and rece