In PersonThe position may be based at any Northwood Tech campus in Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake, or Superior.
About the job
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience is required; an associate degree in a related field plus four additional years of related work experience may be considered instead.
Two years of related work experience are required.
One year of supervisory or leadership experience is required, although one additional year of related work experience may be substituted.
Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
Ability to contribute to a team environment while maintaining accountability and motivation in self and others.
Strong customer service skills focused on diversity, community, and continuous quality improvement.
Problem-solving skills that employ critical thinking.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to apply technology effectively to tasks and projects.
Ability to obtain a driver's license and insurance coverage in accordance with College policy.
Responsibilities
Provide student-centered advising to pre-program nursing students to facilitate academic preparedness, the admissions process, and program admittance.
Schedule regular student meetings to assess admission and academic preparedness progress and assist with registration.
Use evidence-based best practices in academic advising and student success for associate degree nursing students.
Know, understand, and refer students to appropriate college resources to support student success and enhance retention.
Create, maintain, and use student advising and registration records.
Collaborate with academic and student affairs staff to support nursing program student retention and completion goals.
Align advising with support services to ensure pre-program students complete the ATI Launch program.
Work with counselors to transition pre-program students to program status.
Collaborate with the dean and other staff to provide new student orientation, student support, and student engagement opportunities.
Maintain professional partnerships with community organizations.
Provide an advisor perspective to advocate for student needs.
Serve as a professional advising resource for college staff to effectively meet student needs.
Promote the college's stated values of collaboration, innovation, excellence, community, support, integrity, and respect.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Overview
Northwood Technical College is seeking applications from qualified applicants for a full-time Nursing Pre-Program Advisor at any of our four campus locations. (Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake, or Superior)
The Nursing Pre-Program Advisor assists associate degree Nursing students with personal, academic, and career planning as they transition into college, pursue their academic goals, and prepare for professional employment. The advisor collaborates with students, colleagues, employers, and community agencies to enhance student success. This is an LTE position with grant funding through September 30, 2027.
Responsibilities
Actively embody and promote Northwood Tech’s Values:
Collaboration – Value relationships that enhance learning and promote economic development.
Innovation – Embrace the latest theories and technologies to support student and community success.
Excellence – Prioritize high quality education, services, and continuous improvement in a dynamic learning environment.
Community – Value our deep connections to our communities by working together to provide solutions through student success.
Support – Empower individuals by supporting their success with quality experiences and services designed to meet their needs.
Integrity – Uphold honesty and accountability in a diverse, open, and ethical learning and working environment.
Respect – Value each individual and approach all interactions mindfully, with civility, empathy, and openness to new and differing ideas.
Provide student-centered advising to pre-program Nursing students to facilitate academic preparedness, admissions process, program admittance.
Schedule regular meetings with students to determine admission and academic preparedness progress and provide assistance with registration.
Use evidence-based best practices in academic advising and student success for associate degree nursing students
Know, understand and refer students to appropriate College resources to support students and enhance retention
Create, maintain, and use student advising and registration records
Collaborate with academic and student affairs staff to support nursing program student retention and completion goals
Align advising with support services to ensure pre-program students complete ATI Launch program
Work with counselors to transition pre-program students to program status
Collaborate with dean and other staff to provide new student orientation, student support, and student engagement opportunities.
Maintain professional partnerships with community organizations.
Provide advisor perspective to advocate for student needs.
Serve as a professional advising resource for college staff in order to effectively meet student needs
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Degree & Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent*
Two years related work experience
One year supervisory/leadership experience or equivalent**
*Equivalent educational/occupational experience may be an Associate degree in a related field plus four years of additional related work experience may be considered in lieu of the bachelor’s degree.
**One additional year of related work experience may be considered in lieu of supervisory/leadership experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
Ability to contribute to a team environment while maintaining accountability and motivation in self and others
Strong customer service skills that focus on diversity, community, and continuous quality improvement
Problem-solving skills that employ critical thinking
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite and the ability to effectively apply technology to tasks and projects
Ability to obtain driver’s license and insurance coverage in accordance with College policy