Location: Moscow

Division/College: Col of Letters, Arts & Social Sci.

Employee Category: Exempt

Pay Range: $46,072 or higher, depending on education and experience

FTE: 1

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
The University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho invites applications for the Vandal Gateway Program (VGP) Academic Advisor. This program is funded for a period of two-years with the possibility of renewal. Central to this role is providing access to higher education for first-year students who show promise to succeed under a structured academic and social support program. This position will provide academic advising and coaching to students who may be academically underprepared. This position will also teach several sections of college success courses and participate in recruitment of admitted Vandal Gateway Program students. The VGP Academic Advisor will report to the Director of the Vandal Gateway Program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, Communication, Psychology, Human Development, Sociology, Math, or English.

• One year of experience with programs and services that advance student success and persistence in higher education or one year of experience working with students who need holistic support to succeed in a university setting, particularly first-generation students and academically underprepared students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in education, counseling or related field;
• Experience developing and implementing student-centered strategic initiatives in a higher education setting;
• Demonstrated successful collaboration across university units;
• Experience using University software and applications;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:



Required Licensures, Certifications or other

Posting Number: SP003900P

Posting Date: 04/27/2023

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
Posting remains open until filled with first review day of May 11, 2023.

To apply, please submit a letter of qualification, addressing how you meet all required qualifications and any additional preferred qualifications. Please also include a resume and list of at least three references.

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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