MSU Denver recognizes quality academic advising as a complex and increasing contributor to student success. As such, the institution has established a promotional career ladder model for professional academic advisors to reward the increasing breadth and depth of understanding, knowledge, and skills required to successfully carry out the MSU Denver advising mission.  

Application Process

Professional academic advisors should access MSU Denver's advising career ladder resources and consult their direct supervisor regarding promotion. In order to promote, advisor and supervisor must agree that mastery of current position responsibilities has been demonstrated, and that required qualifications for the next advisor level are met.

Timeline

1. Access available materials to learn more about the career ladder process.

Checklists and FAQs

2. Discuss promotion in August/September with direct supervisor in preparation for an October 1 promotion.

3. Advisors are notified of decisions by their supervisor, who in turn begin the updating process in Workday.

The Promotional Career Ladder Model

A collaborative effort of both advisors and administrators, the promotional career ladder model as been developed to ensure professional academic advisors across the institution continue to advance their understanding, knowledge and skills. It recognizes three advancing levels of direct advising in service to the students and the institution: Advisor I, Advisor II, and Advisor III.

Career Ladder Goals

  • Define consistent advisor role expectations, requirements, and opportunities 
  • Recognize and reward excellence in:
    • Advising delivery to students
    • Service to the institution and profession 
  • Establish, articulate, and support development opportunities at all advisor levels 
Request Additional Information Review Advisor I, II, and III Role Descriptions Here