Student Services Counselor Jobs in Kansas

Student Services Counselor jobs in Kansas are concentrated in Wichita, Lawrence, and Topeka, where universities, community colleges, and K-12 districts maintain consistent hiring activity across academic advising, career counseling, and disability services. Employers like the University of Kansas, Wichita State University, and Washburn University have long anchored the field in the state, with openings that range from entry-level advising roles to senior student affairs positions. Demand is especially strong in first-generation student support and transfer advising, reflecting Kansas's community college network and its focus on workforce pipeline development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles31
Top employerUniversity of Kansas
Top cityLawrence, KS
Cities hiring12
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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LMH Health
Student Radiology Technologist , PRN
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Student Radiology Technologist , PRN
LMH Health
Lawrence, Kansas
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
BLS Certification
1,001-5,000

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University of Kansas
Undergraduate Research Assistant - Student Hourly
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University of Kansas
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Undergraduate Research Assistant - Student Hourly
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
On-Site
10,000+

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University of Kansas
Student NAL Archaeological Research Assistant
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University of Kansas
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Student NAL Archaeological Research Assistant
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
On-Site
10,000+

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Friends University
FY27 Student Worker - ARC Undergraduate Peer Tutor
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FY27 Student Worker - ARC Undergraduate Peer Tutor
Friends University
Wichita, Kansas
Project Management
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
201-500

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University of Kansas
POOL: Student Hourly Research Assistant
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University of Kansas
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POOL: Student Hourly Research Assistant
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$14 - $20/hr
On-Site
10,000+

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Student Services Counselor Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lawrence
15 jobs
Kansas City
4 jobs
Salina
2 jobs
Wichita
2 jobs
Colby
1 job
Topeka
1 job
Highland
1 job
El Dorado
1 job
Lindsborg
1 job

Student Services Counselor Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • University of Kansas
    University of Kansas13
  • Salina Regional Health Center
    Salina Regional Health Center2
  • Kansas City Kansas Community College
    Kansas City Kansas Community College2
  • LMH Health
    LMH Health1
  • Bethany College
    Bethany College1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in student services counselor jobs across Kansas.

  • Master's degree in counseling, student affairs, or a closely related field
  • Kansas school counselor licensure or KSDE-issued credential for K-12 positions
  • Experience in academic advising, career services, or student support programs
  • Familiarity with case management systems and student information platforms like Banner or PeopleSoft
  • Strong knowledge of FERPA compliance and student confidentiality standards
  • Demonstrated ability to support diverse student populations including first-generation and transfer students

Student Services Counselor Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a student services counselor in Kansas?

Most student services counselor roles in Kansas require a master's degree in counseling, higher education, or student affairs. For K-12 positions, the Kansas State Department of Education issues school counselor licenses, which require an accredited graduate program and a supervised practicum. College and university roles do not require a state license but strongly prefer a relevant master's and direct advising experience. Volunteering or interning in a Kansas campus advising office during graduate school is the most direct path into the field.

Which companies hire student services counselors in Kansas?

Kansas student services counselor roles are posted by University of Kansas, Salina Regional Health Center, and Kansas City Kansas Community College and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Kansas's large public university systems and its network of community colleges, including institutions in the Kansas City metro and the Flint Hills region, generate the most consistent openings.

Which Kansas cities have the most student services counselor jobs?

Lawrence, Kansas City, and Salina consistently have the most student services counselor openings in Kansas. Wichita leads because of its concentration of postsecondary institutions and workforce-focused community colleges, Lawrence draws demand from a large flagship university campus, and Topeka's openings reflect both state agency programs and community college presence serving the capital region.

Are there remote student services counselor jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're limited. Student services counseling is primarily relationship-driven work that most Kansas employers expect to be done in person, particularly for advising, crisis support, and new student orientation. About 0% of student services counselor openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to be in virtual advising programs or distance education support roles at Kansas's online-focused colleges.

How can I get hired as a student services counselor in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an assistantship or graduate student worker role within a Kansas university's advising or student affairs office while completing a master's program. Wichita State University, the University of Kansas, and Kansas State University all offer graduate assistantships that provide direct supervised experience. Candidates coming from adjacent roles like financial aid counseling, admissions, or residential life have a strong lateral path into advising. Earning a School Counselor license through the Kansas State Department of Education also opens K-12 doors for those who want broader options.

Where can I find and apply to student services counselor jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to student services counselor jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings across universities, community colleges, and K-12 districts. Search the available roles, find ones that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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