Specialist - Advisor-Continuing

Position Summary

Serve as academic advisor to undergraduate students in the College of Education in the Teacher Preparation Program; advise special student populations such as student athletes, Honors College students, and students considering education abroad; participate in a full range of student affairs activities, including new student orientation (NSO), student recruitment and special events, degree clearance and maintenance of academic records; participate in college and campus-wide committee work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Student Affairs, Higher Education or related field

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or a related field.  Two years of experience as academic advisor in university setting; proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and database software; and excellent communication, interpersonal, technical and organizational skills.

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of university policies and procedures, electronic advising tools (e.g., SIS, ESAF), university resources and study abroad programs; experience related to improving student success, including work with low-income and first generation college students; an approach to advising that is holistic and developmental (e.g., coaching to develop students who are purposeful, aware of how their purpose fits in the world and confident about crossing boundaries); experience with trauma-informed advising practices; familiarity/experience with College of Education majors; ability to establish rapport across ethnic, racial, cultural, and gender differences.

Required Application Materials

Please include letter of application, resume, and names/contact information for three professional references.  Review of applications will begin August 12, 2026 and continue until position is filled.  Please direct questions to Kristy Chene (kdumont@msu.edu).  

Review of Applications Begins On

08/12/2026

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

education.msu.edu

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.