Job Information
Washington State University Retention Specialist / Academic Advisor in Pullman, Washington
Retention Specialist / Academic Advisor
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
February 11, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
1481-YNADMINPRO - Student Services Coordinator/Advisor 1, 1482-YNADMINPRO - Student Services Coordinator/Advisor 2
Business Title:
Retention Specialist / Academic Advisor
Employee Type:
Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)
Position Details:
The Opportunity:
This position will serve as an Academic Advisor/Retention Specialist for the Office of Access and Opportunity, working for the TRIO Program. The TRIO Student Support Services Disability (SSSD) is a new federally funded program on a 5-year renewable grant cycle with the goal to recruit and support first-generation, low-income or students with a documented disability.
Summary of Duties:
This position will advance Pullman's commitment to supporting first-generation, low-income and students with disabilities at Washington State University as outlined by the federally funded TRIO SSS grant. Under the direction of the TRIO SSSD Director, the Academic Advisor/Retention Specialist is responsible for implementing systems and methods for student programs and services, advising students in an effort to increase retention, academic achievement and graduation rates.
In this role, the Advisor will develop individual academic plans, maintain case notes and records of meetings; coordinate tutoring and instruct class; assist the Director in preparing comprehensive reports pertaining to program goals, achievements, and evaluations; update and maintain related database; assist with outreach and retention activities; prepare university policy & procedures manuals; develop and participate in student workshops; functions as a liaison with university faculty, supervisors, and internal and external constituents; monitor and evaluate student services and operational effectiveness, and initiate changes required for improvement; serve on committees and participate in professional development opportunities.
This position will also utilize working knowledge of policies, principles, programming and high impact practices. This position, in alignment with institutional goals, will aim to offer a transformative and highly engaged educational experience for program participants. The successful candidate will share the vision to address changing social, educational demographics, and career futures that influence service delivery and program impact for students.
Additional Information:
This is a full time (100% FTE), temporary position. This position is overtime eligible.
Temporary End Date:
This is a temporary position expected to end in September 2030. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Monthly Salary:
$4,065.00 - $5,500.00 | 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 va