Academic Coordinator/Advisor | School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

October 28, 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 | School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional

Position Details:

The Opportunity: As an Academic Coordinator/Advisor in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), you will provide support and education to enhance students’ learning experience at Washington State University (WSU). Specifically, carry an academic advising load reflecting a diverse student population; participate in the EECS student activities as appropriate; participate in academic reinstatement activities; participate in program development for academic advising in the EECS, and provide information and clarification regarding WSU academic policies.

Additional Information:

This is a full (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 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.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience with computer software and programs, specifically the Microsoft Office suite, and ability to learn new software and programs quickly.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and positively in a diverse team environment.
• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines.
• Knowledge of curriculum management practices, processes and policies.
• Demonstrated ability to extrapolate and tabulate data from online databases.
• Experience with developing, distributing and analyzing web-based surveys in Qualtrics.
• Knowledge of WSU Catalog rules, regulations, and processes
• Familiarity with Financial Aid rules, regulations, and processes
• Demonstrated ability to work with students, faculty, advisors, and administrators.
• Experience with large and small group presentations.
• Knowledge of and experience with academic advising and related issues.
• Knowledge of university computing systems such as the myWSU Advising Module, Student Success Collaborative, and Oracle Business Intelligence (OBIEE).

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department - https://school.eecs.wsu.edu/

Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture
Department Name: School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Location: Pullman, WA

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 files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

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