Academic Development and Recovery Academic Advisor

Academic Development and Recovery Academic Advisor

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Work type: Non-Classified/Professional
Location: Boise,
Categories: Student Services, Academic Affairs
Job Summary/Basic Function Provide academic advising, supporting students in navigating degree programs, understanding policies, and meeting graduation requirements. The majority of the work is done on-site with limited work-from-home opportunities.

Department Overview
The goal of the Advising and Academic Support Center is to help Boise State students become more effective and aware college students by providing quality academic advising and support services. We value a collaborative, student-centered approach that strives to empower all students to advocate for their own learning. AASC general advising and academic support services are available to all students regardless of major status.

AASC strives to achieve our goals for all Boise State students.

Level Scope
Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.

Essential Functions

• Utilize university systems to engage with students, document all advising interactions, and maintain accurate, up-to-date advising notes.
• Conduct required advising and registration sessions for new and transfer students during orientation and enrollment periods.
• Guide students in selecting courses aligned with program requirements and academic goals to ensure timely progress toward graduation.
• Assist students in navigating academic challenges by referring them to appropriate resources and helping them understand university policies and procedures.
• Participate in university- and college-level advising and student support events, including recruitment and outreach activities such as Bronco Day and Discover Boise State.
• Provide individualized, student-centered advising that promotes autonomy, academic engagement, and well‑informed decision‑making.
• Offer holistic support to students that fosters their academic success, personal wellbeing, and sense of community.
• Monitor student academic progress and adjust degree plans as needed to reflect changing goals or circumstances.
• Build and maintain positive advising relationships, creating a welcoming and supportive environment that encourages student connection and trust.

15% of time the Academic Development and Recovery Academic Advisor will:

• Serve as a key member of the Academic Development and Recovery advising team dedicated to supporting probation status students. This role focuses on helping undergraduate students who are struggling academically, offering strategies to improve academic skills, and promoting confidence in students’ ability to succeed at Boise State.
• Provide academic advising and/or academic coaching to academically at‑risk students with emphasis on assisting students through the probation, dismissal, and reinstatement processes.
• Contribute to ACAD and probation workshop curriculum development, and classroom or online instruction as needed.
• Participate in university‑wide early intervention outreach to students.
• Conduct training, presentations, and consultations for campus partners and stakeholders.
• Participate in committees, work groups, projects, and other activities that support the mission of AASC and the University.
• Participate in ongoing programmatic assessments.

5% of time the Academic Development and Recovery Academic Advisor will perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of academic advising best practices, student development theory, and university policies and procedures.
• Skill in using student information and advising platforms to document interactions and track progress.
• Ability to communicate effectively with student populations from various backgrounds, both individually and in groups.
• Ability to…