All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).Working Title:Four Directions and We Thrive Pathway Advisor - MnSCU Academic Prof 2Institution:Saint Paul CollegeClassification Title:MnSCU Academic Professional 2Bargaining Unit / Union:214: Minnesota Association of Professional EmployeesCity:St. PaulFLSA:Non Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:Full timeEmployment Condition:Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)Salary Range:Job DescriptionJob Summary:The Four Directions and We Thrive Pathway Advisor plays a critical role in supporting students' transition to Saint Paul College by delivering high-quality, holistic, and comprehensive academic advising and transfer planning services. These planning services include targeted program pathway advising on admissions, assessment, registration, transfer options, program options, financial aid, and academic support. The Pathway Advisor, under the Four Directions and We Thrive Women’s Foundation grant, will specifically focus on providing personalized advising to students enrolled in these programs. Responsibilities include offering proactive, intrusive advising to ensure student success, and coordinating college-wide retention initiatives such as Early Alert, Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), and case management for both new and returning students within the targeted cohort. To support students in achieving their educational and career objectives, the Pathway Advisor will facilitate timely referrals to additional support services, including Financial Aid, Counseling Services, Career Services, Access & Disability Resources, and Tutoring Services. The advisor will also participate actively in pre-enrollment processes, cultural and belonging programming, orientation, registration, and completion activities at Saint Paul College.Job Duties:
Provide comprehensive academic and transfer advising to new, current, and returning students, identified as part of the grant cohort, to promote increased student retention, persistence, and completion rates.
Use proactive case-management strategies to track student progress to completion and provide timely, appropriate and data-driven interventions.
Coordinate and implement grant activities related to advising, orientation, and registration by embedding effective advising and culturally responsive practices to ensure staff, partners, and students have access to consistent, accurate information supporting college completion.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates Degree in education or related field with at least two years of experience in related field.
Ability to manage programs and/or projects.
Excellent oral and written communication skills sufficient to direct, advise students and produce written documents.
Planning, organizing, coordinating and decision making, sufficient to perform student advising services.
Experience using database management systems and creating and maintaining tracking systems.
Demonstrated cultural competency and experience working with diverse populations, including nontraditional underrepresented students.
Experience working on multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in higher education or related field.
Experience working in an urban two-year community and technical college.
Working knowledge of college policies, procedures, major programs and curriculum sufficient to advise and direct students.
Other RequirementsRequired Documents:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Transcripts
All resumes must clearly address the Required Qualifications as stated above. If your skills match the required skill for this position, the department may contact you. Reference checks will be conducted for all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education and contact with the finalist current and/or previous employers. Applicant must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsorship or take over sponsorship of employment visa at our institution. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)Monday - Fridays 8:00am to 4:30pm, with some evenings and weekends.Telework (Yes/No)Telework opportunities may be available for this position.AboutSaint Paul College was established in 1910, and we are proud to be honoring education for more than a century. SPC-Quick Facts (http://www.saintpaul.edu/about-us/quick-facts/)Saint Paul College is committed to supporting diversity in all of its forms. Applicants representing diverse backgrounds are encouraged to applyWe are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and encourages application from underrepresented groups. Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employer offering support for veteran and military students. A member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system.Benefits Information:At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.Desired Start Date:02-26-2025Position End Date:06-02-2026Open Date:01-06-2025Close Date:01-21-2025Posting Contact Name:Tatiana PosustaPosting Contact Email:[email protected]