Job Description
Posting Details Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota
Working Title Academic Advisor
Posting Number NFE03115P
Department USD-School of Education
Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion
Posting Text The position provides academic advising to undergraduate Kinesiology & Sport Management (KSM) students in the USD School of Education and is a supervisory instructor for KSM internship/externship courses. Additional duties may include meeting with prospective KSM students and collaborating with KSM faculty and constituents across campus to ensure quality experiences for students. A successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Experience advising university students, teaching experience, or career counseling is a plus.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree is required. Some related experience and a master's degree is preferred.
- Knowledge of The University of South Dakota campus and the School of Education Division of Kinesiology & Sport Management is desirable.
- Ideal candidates must have excellent communications skills (both oral and written).
All candidates MUST apply online at yourfuture.sdbor.edu
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
For application assistance or accommodation, call 605-658-3745. Review of applicants will begin July 8, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Posting Date 06/24/2026
Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 07/08/2026
Advertised Salary Starting rate $46,400; based on experience
Duration of the Term 12 months
If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100
Work Hours Typically regular business hours.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular
Faculty Status No
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search This position requires No Requirement
If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations The University of South Dakota is a comprehensive; liberal arts based state institution with an enrollment of over 10,000 students. Basic and professional programs are available in the School of Education, School of Business, School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, College of Fine Arts, and the College of Arts and Sciences.
The School of Education is a research- and practitioner-based unit with eight specialty centers and institutes and four divisions: Counseling and Psychology, Educational Leadership, Kinesiology and Sport Management, and Teacher Residency and Education. The SOE programs lead to careers as educators, counselors, psychologists, administrators, researchers, educational and health-related specialists, and sport-related specialists.
The School of Education Center for Student and Professional Services offers candidates an energetic and creative environment to assist students throughout their degree program. In addition to Academic Advising, the Center's staff recruit prospective students in conjunction with Admissions, assist students with information and resources for Praxis testing, and provide placement and certification services. The center is located in Delzell School of Education and serves as a resource for faculty and staff and K-12 partner districts.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
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Internship, Local area