Job Description:

Primary Responsibility

The college Academic Advisor II reports to the appropriate campus leader, utilizing exceptional interpersonal skills and in-depth knowledge of the college catalog, provides one-on-one student advising, as well as coordinating various tasks in support of campus level student services. The advisor provides administrative counseling and guidance in interpreting the College’s academic policies and guidelines. The Academic Advisor II assists with on-and off-campus advising, retention and recruitment activities as well as assistance with tracking and reporting activities. Assists students with problem-solving and goal identification; analyzes situations and determines required actions. Communicates professionally and confidentially with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff and community partners; keeps detailed and accurate manual and or electronic records; works as a cooperative and contributing member of a team. Assists with promoting the vision and mission of Colorado Mountain College.

The Academic Advisor II provides academic, transfer and career advising; registration and financial aid assistance; and general guidance for students. In addition to providing excellent service to individuals, the Academic Advisor II works as a member of the campus team, responding to evolving demographic, technological and community needs, and providing leadership and support in the development of new and enhanced student success programs. Performs other duties as assigned.

Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)

Education and experience sufficient to meet the rigors of the position. Examples may include a Bachelor’s Degree and three years of related experience with a diverse student and adult population; or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position.

High School and Post-Secondary experience essential. Master’s Degree preferred.

Special skills or abilities: Knowledge of higher education degree requirements, and current practices and technology utilized in student services.  Ability to provide thoughtful academic, transfer and career advising; interpret and analyze placement data and aptitude assessments.  Exhibit exceptional verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills.  Effectively speak in public and present educational workshops.  Maintain confidentiality, discretion and professionalism.  Organize and prioritize work while exercising flexibility, teamwork and humor.

Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

This position requires the employee to be a resident of the State of Colorado or obtain residency within 30 days of hire and perform all work duties within the state.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Hiring range = $68,115.31 - $75,683.67 annual salary depending upon a combination of education and experience. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Pet insurance, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, annual & sick time, mental health resources, healthy lifestyle benefits, affordable transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate based on eligibility and availability, relocation if applicable. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Position anticipated to close on April 27, 2026 or until filled.

Minimum Qualifications:

Essential Duties

Student advising:

• Advises students in a one-on-one setting, providing them high quality guidance, mentoring, and tools for success in college. 
• Interprets placement assessments, through the course of students’ college journey co-creates, with students, comprehensive academic plans based upon understanding of program requirements, students’ aptitudes and propensities, selects courses, and explores transfer institution and career options.  
• Explains options and next steps for students on academic suspension and probation.
• Monitors student progress and maintains appropriate records in order to best assist individual students, as well to provide analytics to guide retention and completion initiatives. 

Campus collaboration and coordination:

• Maintains close connections with faculty and academic affairs staff to generate and develop student success and retention initiatives.
• Collaborates with registration, financial aid and marketing staff.
• Coordinates campus events such as orientation, success seminars, and campus visits.
• Assists in planning and working graduation.Serves on campus committees.
• Supervises work study students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Outreach and communication:

• Generates creative means to develop and present student seminars and workshops.
• Assists with outreach to local high schools and TRIO programs.
• Updates campus online student services content and adapts to evolving communication modalities, including, but not limited to social media.
• Builds and maintains relationships with relevant community entities.Facilitates student referrals to mental health services.
• Connects and communicates with transfer institutions.

Other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

This position receives general guidance from a designated administrator.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position serves as a lead to other team members. This position may supervise work study students, support staff, or program related staff.

Special Conditions of Employment

Successful completion of a background check including motor vehicles records report required. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. This position will require regular evening hours, occasional weekend hours, and occasional travel.

Serve in the professional staff on-call rotation throughout the year to respond to emergencies and policy violations in the residence hall. Professional staff on-call must be available to take calls and come to campus quickly for the entirety of their on-call duration.

Working Conditions 

This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs.  Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally.

CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources.

NOTE:   This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned.  It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.  Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institution’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not to compromise the needs of future generations.

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