Coordinator, Advisor Instructor

South Dakota State University

Coordinator, Advisor, & Instructor

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SDSU-Honors College

Brookings

Are you passionate about guiding and mentoring exceptionalstudents? Do you thrive in a dynamic academic environment where youcan make a meaningful impact? South Dakota State University isseeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our Honors College team as Coordinator, Advisor, and Instructor. This position is located in Brookings , South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

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D. and Barbara

B. Fishback Honors College is an academic community for bright, creative and motivated students who yearn tobe scholars and leaders. Designed to complement any major, Honors College brings together students from across the globe and faculty across the disciplines to connect and engage in a world-class education, tailored to each Honors student’s intellectual interest sand professional aspirations.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Advise Honors College students on academic, personal, and professional success strategies.
• Teach Honors courses that support student learning and development.
• Develop and support co-curricular programming that enhances the Honors student experience.
• Contribute to student success initiatives and programs withinthe Honors College.
• Supervise and provide guidance to student staff supporting
  
  Honors College programs and services.
• Collaborate with colleagues to advance student engagement,retention, and success initiatives.

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans,compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offera generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours ofannual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, andeleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal andstate-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition forstate-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

Relocation benefits are available per university’sguidelines.

• Masters degree completed by January 1, 2027
• At least one year of relevant experience
• Valid drivers license or ability to obtain one within 30 daysof hire
• Effective written and oral communication skills

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Education, Student Affairs, orrelated field
• Demonstrated understanding of the mission and vision of the Fishback Honors College
• Experience teaching, advising, and/or mentoring honors studentsor other highly motivated students
• Knowledge of student development theory and advising-related technology platforms
• At least one year of collegiate teaching experience
• Experience developing, implementing, and assessing events or programs

10/09/2026

10/30/2026

No

The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications,minimum of $51,063.

12 months

100

8am-5pm Weekdays, plus some evenings and weekends.

Regular

No

External (includes Internal)

SDSU

Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License

SDState isthe state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94million 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,…