Job Description

Department Contact: Janie Gutierrez, 505-287-6625, janieg61@nmsu.edu

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

Position Details

Position Title: Academic Advisor

College/Division: GRCC Grants CC

Department: 950850-GRCC STUDENT SERVICES CTR

Location: Grants Community College

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: 43,908.80-48,651.00

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Vice President of Student Services, the incumbent will advise and support NMSU Grants students to ensure their retention, persistence, and academic success. This position works collaboratively with other departments and high schools (Dual Credit) to support enrollment, program development, and overall student success. Responsibilities include assessing the need for academic support services and monitoring the progress of an assigned caseload of students. Some travel and participation in in-person events are integral to this role. Individuals should provide exceptional service to every student and team member during each interaction. Additonal duties and responsibilities include:

• Provides proactive academic advising and assistance to an assigned caseload of students from diverse backgrounds.
• Works with and visits partnering high schools to assist with the admission, enrollment, and registration of Dual Credit students.
• Provides support services for new students, including coordinating orientation programs and referrals for placement testing, as appropriate.
• Works with students to develop academic plans and course schedules for current and future semesters.
• Collaborates with Student Services, Academic Services, and students to implement tools and strategies that promote student success.
• Supports the college’s enrollment, retention, and graduation goals by providing input on academic

programs and course sequencing, delivering presentations and workshops, and training or supporting

staff and student workers, as applicable.

• Connects students with resources and services that support their academic goals and achievement.
• Monitors student progress, provides feedback, and processes academic paperwork related to program progression and completion.
• Provides training to faculty and staff on Navigate and other early alert systems.
• Collects, analyzes, and reports advising and student success data to support institutional goals and

continuous improvement.

• Demonstrates excellent communication and customer service skills and the ability to represent the college independently in various professional settings.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Associate's Degree + 2 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree.

Equivalent Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a Community College or University setting.

Master's degree in a related field.

Special Certification/Licensure:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.