Academic Advisor I (Montana 10 Advisor)

Duties

• Advise and coach current, new, and potential students in the MT10 program using a caseload model
• Meet with each MT10 student in their caseload monthly, as well as serve as a resource for day-to-day academic and campus support
• Engage in regular communication with students to support enrollment and retention
• Support recruitment efforts for the MT10 program at Montana Technological University and Highlands College
• Aid students with the resolution of education-related issues and questions
• Utilize student information system such as Banner, Oredigger Web, and EAB Navigate 360 to facilitate and track student meetings
• Plan and facilitate regular workshops for students to support a unique MT10 first-year experience
• Collaborate and coordinate with faculty and staff to build support and remediation plans for students experiencing difficulties
• Provide and engage in referrals to appropriate campus resources
• Organize and report regularly on student outcomes and track evaluation data

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Strong understanding of higher education
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Demonstrated commitment to student success
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in computer software programs and/or ability to learn new software programs

Prior to Employment

• All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech as legally required (e.g., Form I-9)
• The University may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship due to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Dept. of State

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference.

About Montana Tech

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET. Powered by JazzHR