Undergraduate Public Health & Health Sciences Academic Advisor​/Recruiter

Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Undergraduate Public Health & Health Sciences Academic Advisor/Recruiter Posting Number NFE
03216P Department USD-Health Sciences Major Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text

The Advisor provides academic advising, career guidance, and support services to prospective and enrolled undergraduate Public Health and Health Science students, helping them develop meaningful educational plans aligned with their career and life goals. The advisor assists with recruitment activities for the undergraduate Public Health and Health Sciences programs. The position requires strong organizational and problem-solving skills, exceptional interpersonal skills, flexibility, and effective public-speaking skills.

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of experience in advising, mentorship, or public-facing customer service is required. A graduate degree in higher education, counseling, or a related field is preferred.

This position offers state health insurance and benefits, which includes a retirement plan with 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and 11 paid holidays.

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

Posting Date 10/08/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 10/22/2026 Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience related to position plus State of SD benefit/leave package Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License, Other If other, please indicate Reliable transportation is required to pick up a fleet vehicle for occasional travel and program needs.

The University of South Dakota is located in Vermillion, SD, a dynamic academic community in a rural setting well within an hour’s drive of two metropolitan communities. The University of South Dakota is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive campus community where students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We encourage candidates who value building strong relationships and contributing to a positive campus experience to apply.

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

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