Student Success Advisor- Aerospace Site- MnSCU Academic Professional 2

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Working Title:

Student Success Advisor- Aerospace Site- MnSCU Academic Professional 2

Institution:

Northland Community and Technical CollegeMnSCU Academic Professional 2

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

NLND - Aerospace Campus

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$25.67 - $37.26

Job Description

Student Success Advisors are expected to successfully guide students through academic and non-academic challenges from the point of initial prospect relations through graduation. Their work should set students up for current and future successes and positively impact student enrollment, engagement, retention, and completion at Northland. Working in tandem with assigned program/division faculty, fellow advisors, and Academic & Student Affairs personnel, Student Success Advisors intentionally build active relationships with students offering comprehensive support through all aspects of their higher education experience.

This position acts as the primary liaison to prospective, new, and currently enrolled students in assigned programs on the Aerospace campus and Warroad site and serve as a back-up for Thief River Falls Career and Technical Education programs. The incumbent serves as the primary advisor on individual advising, group advising, and teaching others how to advise. This position provides recruiting services, serves as the authorized school official for FAA compliance, leads and coordinates placement duties for Aerospace students, and manages the Aerospace testing center. The position supports the Dean and is the primary point of contact for tours, Expos, and liaison for Facilities needs at Aerospace campus.

• Act as a comprehensive advocate and advisor for students to ensure their success.
• Serve as a school official to oversee the compliance of Federal Aviation Administration duties for the Aerospace program.
• Coordinate daily operations.
• Manage the Aerospace Testing Center-Talogy/ True talent.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Range:

Minimum Qualifications

• Three years of related professional work experience; a master’s degree may substitute for 18 months professional work experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for 12 months professional work experience; an associate degree may substitute for 6 months professional work experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of student development.
• Experience with computer software applications and systems with the ability to create business correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and independently make decisions regarding workload and routine problems and/or situations.
• Problem solving skills with the ability to set priorities, reason analytically, determine alternative solutions, and analyze and interpret information with a high degree of accountability and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and management skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and oral) in order to communicate effectively without supervision or review, includes public speaking skills to present information in a clear and actionable way to small and large groups.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to explain and help interpret complex policies involving multiple departments, systems, and levels, such as records and registration, financial aid, business services, bookstore, and admissions.

Preferred Qualification 

• Baccalaureate Degree in a related field, e.g. Human Resources, Public Administration, Social Work
• Experience in higher education
• Experience in developing academic plans
• Knowledge of data privacy practices and FERPA
• Experience providing academic and/or employment case management

Other Requirements

** Application Process

To apply, please submit by: July 6, 2026

• A cover letter addressing your qualifications
• Resume

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NOTICE: The college regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship. 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)

Days/M-F

About

Northland is a comprehensive two-year community & technical college with campuses in East Grand Forks and Thief River Falls, MN. We are united as one college to increase educational access, support student success, strengthen partnerships, and advance equity in the communities we serve.

• Working together to improve the state we love.
• What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

 

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

08-10-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

06-16-2026

Close Date:

07-06-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Kari Beito

Posting Contact Email:

kari.beito@northlandcollege.edu