Academic Advising Specialist Pool

Overview

Position Details

Department General Agriculture (AED) •
Position Title Consultant-Acad Advisor/Couns •
Job Title Academic Advising Specialist Pool
-2026 •
Appointment Type Professional Faculty •
Job Location Corvallis •
Benefits Eligible Not benefits eligible •
Remote or Hybrid option? Yes

The Department of Agricultural Education and Agricultural Sciences is seeking Academic Advising Specialist applications for one or more part-time, variable FTE, 12-month, professional faculty positions. Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available. The Academic Advising Specialist will provide undergraduate students with advising toward retention and degree/qualification completion.

Advising efforts may include orientation/supporting student transitions, academic success strategies, goal identification, course and experiential learning planning, and career considerations for Oregon State University’s diverse population of students. The advisor monitors student progress and engages the student in conversation around strategies and resources to enhance their academic experience, and works to resolve difficulties. The advisor works as part of a team to achieve established goals in collaboration with campus services and community partners, and communicates with other University units regarding undergraduate academic requirements.

The advisor may participate in university, college, and unit-sponsored orientations and events, prospective student visits and recruiting events, and engages in professional development activities for advisors. The advisor works with student information systems and various data files and sources and prepares a wide variety of reports using multiple tools. The advisor keeps abreast of university and unit policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to assist students in meeting academic requirements.

In addition to direct academic advising, advisors may support other areas such as assessment, career exploration, early warning/proactive interventions, international student advising, connection to university resources, and working with students in academic difficulty. All advisor positions support the primary mission of the University, the academic units, and academic services.

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job. OSU is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. OSU prioritizes the health and well-being of employees and students, and applies knowledge and skills to build a better future for all.

95% Academic Advising

• Direct work with students, preparation, file review, notes, and record keeping. Guide student decision-making in coursework for general education, major/minor specific, elective, and qualification coursework.
• Provide advising that helps students achieve timely degree completion and connect their skills, abilities, and interests with academic and career goals.
• Assist students with academic program planning, course selection and registration, resource connections, and exploration of experiential learning opportunities, considering individual needs and backgrounds of all advisees.
• Monitor academic progress of assigned caseload of undergraduate students.
• Participate in proactive advising interventions and outreach to students from diverse backgrounds.
• Clarify and interpret relevant policies and procedures to assist students in making academic planning decisions.
• Assist students in understanding and applying academic regulations and requirements.
• Help students navigate university resources and services that support undergraduate education and success.
• Meet with students on academic warning and probation and conduct proactive outreach as needed.
• Create and/or present student workshops on advising and student success topics as needed or requested.
• Maintain accurate information and resources for students (e.g., sample plans, website updates, advising…