Academic Advisor (The Hormel Foundation) - MnSCU Academic Professional 2
Core
Advise students, parents, and counselors on career paths, curriculum, admissions, financial aid, and housing while supporting bilingual outreach and retention strategies.
Role type
Academic Advisor (Community College)
Builds
Student success pathways and retention programs
Domain
Higher Education / Community College
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Bilingual communication (Spanish, Karen, Karenni, Somali, Pohnpeian, French, Nuer, Anuak), student record management, curriculum knowledge, financial aid guidance, data integrity maintenance, multicultural engagement
Preferred skills
Master's in higher education or social science psychology, Student Affairs experience, knowledge of Minnesota State policies, experience with student record systems (ISRS, Workday, Degree Audit)
Responsibilities
Provide educational advising on course selection and career goals; Plan and implement retention workshops and activities; Track academic progress and develop recovery plans for at-risk students; Participate in bilingual enrollment and community outreach events; Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of student records.
Seniority
Mid-level professional