Job Information
Washington State University Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1 in Pullman, Washington
Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
February 8, 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/Advisor 1
Employee Type:
Admin. Professional
Position Details:
The Opportunity:
At the School of Biological Sciences (SBS), we are shaping the future of biological discovery-from molecular biology to ecosystem dynamics. Through cutting-edge research, hands-on training, and interdisciplinary collaboration, our students and faculty address today's most pressing scientific challenges. Our diverse degree pathways in biology, human biology, and zoology equip students with the knowledge and experience needed for careers in health sciences, environmental research, biotechnology, education, and beyond. As a member of our advising team, you will play a vital role in advancing the mission and values of SBS. https://sbs.wsu.edu/mission-and-values/
As the Academic Coordinator/Advisor 1, you will work collaboratively within the college advising team to support undergraduate student success. In this role, you will advise and recruit current undergraduate students, including those pursuing minors and majors in the School of Biological Science programs, while serving as the primary point of contact for advising inquiries, student graduation, undergraduate advising policy and procedures. You will also provide guidance to students, faculty and staff in all matters regarding undergraduate student advising and program advising records, analyze applications, transfer evaluations and transcripts. You will participate in New Coug Orientation (NCO), advising events throughout the academic year including weekends and coordinate campus visits for potential undergraduate students and their families.
Additional Information:
This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.
Monthly Salary: $3,750.85 - $5,397.56 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications
In accordance with https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=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 https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2026-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf and https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/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.
• Experience with academic advising and related issue