Academic Advisor

Posting Details

Position Information


Posting Number
20260069NE


Job Title
Academic Advisor


Number of Vacancies
1


About Murray State


Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits


Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment


Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment
Regular Full-Time


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Work Location
Hopkinsville, KY


Employment Term
12 Months


Position Type
Staff - Exempt (Monthly)


Department
Adult and Regional Education


Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities


The Academic Advisor provides assistance with daily operations at the regional campus, recruits prospective students, assists students with admissions and enrollment processes, and serves in an academic advisory role.

• Serve as an academic advisor for prospective students to provide quality academic advising services, as well as accurate degree program curriculum planning.
• Serve as an academic advisor for students enrolled in the Integrated Studies program and all other regional campus and distance learning programs to provide quality advising and academic services.
• Implement and/or assist with various recruitment campaigns.
• Collaborate with the local community college partner staff to recruit and provide a seamless transition for new transfer students.
• Attend recruitment events and activities to promote enrollment growth.
• Assist students with admissions, enrollment, financial aid, scholarship information, provides guidance to students regarding other university related issues.
• Assist with maintaining social media posts for the regional campus.
• Assist with regional campus student organization activities.
• Assist with day-to-day operations.
• Assist with videoconferencing classroom activities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Regional Campus Director or Executive Director of Center for Adult and Regional Education.

Minimum Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements

• Effective communication skills.
• Experience working with the public.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Graduate degree preferred.
• Experience in and understanding of academic advising or mentoring students is preferred.

Posting Date
06/09/2026


Closing Date
06/26/2026


Open Until Filled
No


Special Instructions to Applicants

Hourly Rate/Annual Salary
$34, 073 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications)


Staff Grade
106


Work Hours

Physical Demands