Iowa State

Academic Advisor II

Ames, IA Full time

Position Title:

Academic Advisor II

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a related or supporting field such as higher education, student affairs, education, counseling, human development, or social work

Proven experience in advising, teaching, or counseling students

Experience in providing training and support

Familiar with student recruiting and retaining students

Experienced in presenting to small and large groups

Job Description:

Summary
The Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) is seeking an Academic Advisor II to provide professional academic advising services to all Early Childhood Education (ECE) majors and other HDFS majors/minors as needed. This position will advise current or potential students and their families concerning majors, minors, scheduling, probation, etc. Provide referrals to resources for wellbeing and support, such as academic success, counseling, or financial aid.

Example of Duties

  • Advises students concerning degree planning, academic support services, academic policy issues, graduation requirements, degree certification, degree auditing, etc.

  • Assists students in making personal education decisions and meeting graduation requirements including course selections.

  • Refers students to appropriate resources such as counseling, academic success, financial aid, etc.

  • Interprets academic policies and procedures to support student success.

  • Teaches orientation courses.

  • Presents at orientation or other events.

  • Participates in recruitment activities and develops materials.

  • Advises learning communities.

  • Advises student organizations.

  • May supervise students.

  • May serve as a lead advisor.

  • May participate in practicum coordination.


Level Guidelines

  • Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals

  • Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues

  • Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems

  • Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests

  • May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff

  • May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity

  • Provides guidance to students

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS806

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae

  • Letter of Application/Cover Letter


If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

  • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

  • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans

  • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

  • Life insurance and long-term disability

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Various voluntary benefits and discounts

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Wellbeing program

  • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

December 9, 2025

Posting Close Date:

December 23, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R18239