Counselor | Posting Details

Posting Details Institution South Dakota State University

Working Title Counselor

Posting Number

NFE03201P

Department SDSU-Wellness Center-Health

Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings

Posting Text Are you passionate about making a lasting impact on students' lives and supporting their success both in college and beyond? At South Dakota State University, our team of experienced and qualified counselors provides confidential, personalized assistance through Counseling Services, all at no cost to students. We are looking for apassionate, people-focused individual to join our team. This is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position located in Brookings, South Dakota.. The SDSU Counseling Center is dedicated to fostering our student body's holistic well-being and academic success. We aim to empower students to navigate personal and academic challenges, develop resilience and achieve their fullest potential throughpassionate, confidential, and culturally sensitive support. By offering a range of counseling services, workshops and resources, we strive to create an inclusive environment that promotes mental health awareness, personal growth, and a balanced life, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive in their educational journey and beyond. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for providing mental health treatment to students, supporting them in oveing and managing emotional challenges, enhancing student retention, and responding to mental health emergencies at

SDSU. BENEFITS

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans,pensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in the area of counseling or closely related area by start date.

Effective written, verbal and interpersonalmunication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in a University setting

Experience working in crisis intervention, specializing in de-escalation, suicide prevention or trauma-informed care.

Experience providing educational training on mental health issues and facilitating group counseling.

Advanced education in theory, practice and applications of sports counseling techniques.

LPC, LPCMH, LMFT, MSW, or

CCDC III

level licensure in the state of South Dakot

APPLICATION PROCESS

SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To , visit: yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on " for this job." This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process. Any offer of employment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successfulpletion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to tby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Posting Date 09/15/2026

Closing Date 10/18/2026

Open Until Filled No

First Consideration Date Advertised Salary The salary for this position ismensurate with qualifications, starting at $56,169.

Duration of the Term 12 months

If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100

Work Hours Standard working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5;00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required; however such work is limited and infrequent. Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular

Faculty Status No

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search This position requires Other

If other, please indicate Rotating on call evenings, weekends and holidays

Department Description and Cultural Expectations SDState is the state's largest, mostprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamicmunity for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for amodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HRsdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007.

Phone:

(605) 688-4128. Information For questions on the position, contact Tamara Lunday at Tamara.

Lundaysdstate.edu. Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Analyzing

Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Standing for sustained periods of time

Describe any of the conditions selected Fine Finger Manipulation - basic keyboarding andputer skills

Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Speaking

Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Vaccination rmended due to potential occupational exposure

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.