Coordinator, Advisor, & Instructor

South Dakota Board Of Regents
  • Brookings, SD
    16 days ago

    Job Description

    Posting Details

    Posting Details

    Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Coordinator, Advisor, & Instructor Posting Number NFE03217P Department SDSU-Honors College Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings Posting Text

    Are you passionate about guiding and mentoring exceptional students? Do you thrive in a dynamic academic environment where you can make a meaningful impact? South Dakota State University is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our Honors College team as Coordinator, Advisor, and Instructor. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

    The Van D. and Barbara B. Fishback Honors College is an academic community for bright, creative and motivated students who yearn to be scholars and leaders. Designed to complement any major, Honors College brings together students from across the globe and faculty across the disciplines to connect and engage in a world-class education, tailored to each Honors student's intellectual interests and professional aspirations.

    Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Advise Honors College students on academic, personal, and professional success strategies.
    • Teach Honors courses that support student learning and development.
    • Develop and support co-curricular programming that enhances the Honors student experience.
    • Contribute to student success initiatives and programs within the Honors College.
    • Supervise and provide guidance to student staff supporting Honors College programs and services.
    • Collaborate with colleagues to advance student engagement, retention, and success initiatives.

    BENEFITS:

    SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Masters degree completed by January 1, 2027
    • At least one year of relevant experience
    • Valid drivers license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire
    • Effective written and oral communication skills

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Master's degree in Counseling, Education, Student Affairs, or related field
    • Demonstrated understanding of the mission and vision of the Fishback Honors College
    • Experience teaching, advising, and/or mentoring honors students or other highly motivated students
    • Knowledge of student development theory and advising-related technology platforms
    • At least one year of collegiate teaching experience
    • Experience developing, implementing, and assessing events or programs

    APPLICATION PROCESS:

    This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

    Any offer of employment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

    SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

    Posting Date 10/09/2026 Closing Date 10/30/2026 Open Until Filled No First Consideration Date Advertised Salary The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $51,063. Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

    8am-5pm Weekdays, plus some evenings and weekends.

    Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search SDSU This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations

    SDState is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

    Contact Information

    For questions on the position, contact the supervisor of the position, Greg Heiberger at Greg.Heiberger@sdstate.edu or 605-688-5268.

    Working Conditions

    Cognitive Requirements

    Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

    Protective Clothing/Equipment

    Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify

    Physical Requirements

    Please designate the physical requirements of this position Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time Describe any of the conditions selected

    Lots of typing and also setting up events, carrying/moving supplies.

    Sensory Requirements

    Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Speaking, Hearing

    Working Conditions & Exposures

    Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

    Working Environment

    Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

    Supplemental Questions

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      • Where did you hear about this position?
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    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    • Resume
    • Cover Letter
    • Reference List

    Optional Documents

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBrookings, SD

    Skills

    • Academic Backgroundunmatched
    • Background Investigationunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Disability Accommodationsunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Event Managementunmatched
    • Human Resourcesunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • LinkedInunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Program Evaluationunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Typingunmatched
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