Academic Coordinator at Washington State University in Vancouver, BC

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 22, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details. Available Title(s): 1484-YN_ADMINPRO - Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1 Business Title: Academic Coordinator Employee Type: Admin. Professional Position Details: The Opportunity: As the Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1 , you deliver holistic, student‑centered advising supporting academic planning, degree progression, and student success. You assist students with course selection, curriculum and policy interpretation, and use of academic tools; monitor progress toward degree completion; maintain advising records; and supports academic processes such as major admission, petitions, and reinstatement to promote student retention and degree attainment. In this position, you collaborate with academic departments and campus partners, serve as a liaison between students, faculty and staff, and refer students to appropriate resources. Additionally, you remain current with advising best practices, institutional policies, and technologies, and actively participate in professional development and required training. Additional Information: This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible . Monthly Salary: $4,050.92 - $5,829.37 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation . Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years’ experience working with students in an educational setting or related experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‐for‐year basis. Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively. Experience working in higher education. Academic advising or student success experience. Demonstrated ability to effectively and respectfully interact with students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds, and an understanding of the barriers student populations may face in higher education. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in a related field. Experience using student information systems such as PeopleSoft, Banner, or similar platforms. Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship Area/College: Academic Affairs Department Name: Advising Center Location: Vancouver Campus Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter External candidates , upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application. Current WSU Employees (internal candidates) , before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday . Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application. Documents may be submitted as one file or separate fi