Academic Advisor & Retention Coordinator

Oregon Institute of Technology

  • Klamath Falls, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • $50,800–$54,000 Per Year

Highlights

Position Type Administrative Working Title Academic Advisor & Retention Coordinator Classification Title Coordinator College/Division Strategic Enrollment Mgmt (SEM) Department Retention Services Hiring Unit Work Location Klamath Falls Appointment FTE (%) 1.00 Position Terms/Mo 12 Full/Part time Full Time Annual Salary $50,800 - $54,000. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationKlamath Falls, OR
Salary$50,800–$54,000 Per Year

Description

Posting Details

Position Details

Position Type Administrative Working Title Academic Advisor & Retention Coordinator Classification Title Coordinator College/Division Strategic Enrollment Mgmt (SEM) Department Retention Services Hiring Unit Work Location Klamath Falls Appointment FTE (%) 1.00 Position Terms/Mo 12 Full/Part time Full Time Annual Salary $50,800 - $54,000

Position Summary

Department Summary

The goal of the Office of Advising and Student Success is to support students through their college transition, through academic advising, service referrals, and transition coaching.

Position Summary

The 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 Requirements Additional Requirements

  • Bachelor's 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 Qualifications

  • 1-2 years advising experience.
  • CRM experience.

Application Information

Recruitment Type External Application Screening Begins 09/30/2026 Job Posting Close Date Special Instructions to Applicant

The 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 Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Professional References List

Optional Documents

  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae

For additional information or support, please contact the Office of Human Resources: oithr@oit.edu

Background/Pre-Employment Check

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.

AA/EEO Statement

Oregon Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law.

Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Human Resource at 541-885-1028 or oithr@oit.edu.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Professional References List

Optional Documents

  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae

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