Business Administration Academic Advisor (Internal Applicants Only)

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Summary

The Business Administration Academic Advisor is responsible for supporting student success through academic advising, course registration assistance, degree planning, student outreach, and recruitment activities. The position is contracted for one academic year beginning August 15, 2026 and ending August 14, 2027. The position is considered part-time and requires work to be completed both online and on-campus.

Essential Duties and

Responsibilities

• Assist students with course selection, both online and on-campus.
• Create and distribute welcome (introduction) letters to new students.
• Provide assistance with general and specific student questions pertaining to course work and degree requirements.
• Provide academic advising to students regarding course registration and program planning.
• Forward questions and concerns to Bay Mills Community College staff as appropriate.
• Review and authorize graduation declarations. Provide other advisor approvals and signatures as needed.
• Attend Advisory Committee meetings, as well as other meetings as necessary.
• Perform normal recruiting duties as necessary for the department.
• Provide documentation of services and contacts made during each semester (fall, spring, summer) to the Department of Academic Affairs.
• Other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge or experience in alternative teaching strategies such as group projects, hands-on learning, practical applications, computer assisted instruction, distance learning or team-teaching.
• Knowledge or experience in academic advising.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to supervise and mentor staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others, college and departmental committee experience preferred.
• Knowledge or experience working with people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs.
• Knowledge or experience in working with Native Americans, in an educational setting preferred. Education and Experience:
• Documented Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Office Administration, or related field. Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of field experience preferred.
• Experience teaching courses at the college level, particularly in a community college setting, is preferred.
• Experience working or teaching in Tribal communities is beneficial. To Apply: Before the deadline of July 31, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. (EST), any interested internal candidate should apply by uploading the following documents, here in BambooHR:
• Letter of interest that addresses how the applicant meets the posted requirements.
• Current resume or curriculum vitae.
• Unofficial transcripts for all earned degrees (contact HR for copies).
• Proof of tribal enrollment, if claiming preference.
• A list of contact information and nature of professional relationship of at least three (3) professional references. Candidates may provide letters of reference if preferred. BMCC reserves the right to determine what fields of study are considered similar or related In accordance with the Clery Act, Bay Mills Community College’s Annual Security Report is available at the Receptionist's desk in the Administration Building or the Accounting Department upon request. This document provides critical safety information, such as emergency response and preparedness, crime prevention, crime reporting, and timely warnings. This report also includes crime statistics for the past three years. It is the policy of BMCC to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law. However, BMCC Indian Preference in accordance with the spirit of the Indian Preference Act, PL 88-352-Sec. 707 (1) July 2, 1972, may grant first consideration for employment to Indians.