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Academic Advisor & Retention Coordinator

  2026-09-20     Oregon Tech     Klamath Falls,OR  
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The Department of Facilities Management Services on the Klamath Falls campus of Oregon Tech (Oregon Institute of Technology) invites applications for the position of Academic Advisor & Retention CoordinatorPosition InformationPosition Type AdministrativeWorking Title Academic Advisor & Retention CoordinatorClassification Title CoordinatorCollege/Division Strategic Enrollment Mgmt (SEM)Department Retention ServicesWork Location Klamath Falls, ORPosition Terms/Mo 12Full TimeAppointment FTE (%) 1.0Non-ExemptSalary Range: 50,800 - 54,000Position SummaryThe Academic Advisor & Retention Coordinator provides academic advising to students and develops, coordinates, and implements retention initiatives within academic departments to ensure student success. This position is responsible for providing assigned students with educational guidance and assistance, including course scheduling, academic advising, career exploration, referrals to other departments, and mentoring related to college life.Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Advising & Retention, and under the general guidance of the Executive Director of Recruitment & Retention, the Advisor & Retention Coordinator performs complex professional student advising and coaching in individual and group settings, in-person, virtually, over the phone, and through email and text. This position requires the application of professional knowledge and judgment, as well as experience, to supporting students through their college journey. This position serves students at the Klamath Falls campus as well as various satellite locations as needed.This position will assist with the planning, implementation and evaluation of Oregon Tech initiatives; eliminating equity gaps and decreasing time to degree; and promoting access, academic achievement, and graduation of undergraduate students.Ideal candidates will have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, be a data-informed critical thinker, and have great attention to detail and organizational skills.Minimum QualificationsBachelors degree.Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences through various mediums, both individually and in group settings.Positive customer service experience.1-2 years experience in higher education, K-12 education, college counseling, admission counseling, or advising, in a student-facing position.Experience with Microsoft Office.Preferred Qualifications1-2 years advising experience.CRM experience.Special Instructions to Applicants.Applications are exclusively collected through the Oregon Tech Job Board. To view the full posting, or to submit an application, please visit: Oregon Institute of Technology Portal | Academic Advisor & Retention CoordinatorThe initial review of applications will begin September 30, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.Required Documents1. Resume2. Cover Letter3. Professional References ListOptional Documents1. Letter of Recommendation2. Curriculum Vitae
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