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Position Title:Academic Advisor II

Job Group:Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:Experience advising undergraduate students in a higher education setting.

Experience coordinating student programs, such as learning communities, peer mentor programs, or student organizations.

Experience teaching, facilitating workshops, or leading seminars.

Experience working with prospective students, including recruitment events, campus visits, or outreach activities.

Demonstrated experience utilizing problem-solving skills to interpret a variety of procedures, policies, and methods.

Job Description:

The Department of Aerospace Engineering at Iowa State University is seeking a student-centered Academic Advisor II who is passionate about supporting undergraduate success. This role plays an essential part in guiding students through academic planning, contributing to a welcoming and informative recruitment experience, and strengthening retention efforts through high-impact programming. The Academic Advisor will join a collaborative and innovative team dedicated to enhancing the student experience from first-year orientation to graduation.

Key Responsibilities

+ Assist students with scheduling, registration, degree audits, course selection, and general academic planning.

+ Provide appropriate referrals to campus resources to support retention and student success.

+ Lead and participate in new student orientation activities, including advising sessions for incoming students.

+ Meet with prospective students and their families during campus visits and recruitment events.

+ Plan, develop, and teach orientation and advising seminar courses, including ENGR 1010.

+ Coordinate learning community programs, including event planning, assessment, and training peer mentors.

+ Hire, train, and supervise student employees and peer mentors.

+ Manage prospective student visit programs and support departmental recruitment efforts.

+ Contribute to departmental communication efforts and assist with scholarship selection processes.

+ Serve on departmental, college, and university committees as the advising representative.

+ Provide career guidance and support to students exploring professional pathways.

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate

+ Strong independent work skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

+ The ability to build effective, collaborative working relationships.

+ Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret policies and procedures.

+ A team-oriented mindset, contributing positively to both the department and broader university community.

+ A commitment to collegiality, integrity, and high ethical standards.

About the Department & Why You’ll Want to Join Us

Iowa State University’s Department of Aerospace Engineering is a nationally recognized leader in education, research, and innovation. With a history of excellence dating back to 1928, the department continues to push boundaries in fields such as aircraft design, autonomous systems, wind simulation, space systems, icing research, and non-destructive evaluation. Faculty, staff, and students have access to advanced, one-of-a-kind laboratory facilities and a culture that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and hands-on learning.

Advisors in Aerospace Engineering play a vital role in shaping the student experience within a department known for its supportive environment, engaged faculty, and strong student organizations. Joining our team means becoming part of a community committed to empowering future engineers whose work impacts aviation, space exploration, and emerging technologies. If you’re passionate about student success and excited to contribute to a dynamic academic community, we invite you to apply today!

Example of Duties• Advises students concerning degree planning, academic support services, academic policy issues, graduation requirements, degree certification, degree auditing, etc.• Assists students in making personal education decisions and meeting graduation requirements including course selections.• Refers students to appropriate resources such as counseling, academic success, financial aid, etc.• Interprets academic policies and procedures to support student success.• Teaches orientation courses.• Presents at orientation or other events.• Participates in recruitment activities and develops materials.• Advises learning communities.• Advises student organizations.• May supervise students.Level Guidelines• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity• Provides guidance to students

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type:Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Pay Grade:PS806

Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date: January 14, 2026

Posting Close Date:January 21, 2026

Job Requisition Number:R18460

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.