Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Associate Directors of the University Center for Undergraduate Advising (UCUA) and/or the guidance of an experienced UCUA advisor, the Academic Advisor provides essential support for programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing the academic success and retention of all undergraduate students.
Key Responsibilities - Undergraduate student advising: Under some direct supervision and/or observation advises undergraduate students about academic requirements.
- Serves as a resource person for University requirements and policies to facilitate academic success: Serves as a referral source for college and student group advising units such as the Learning Center, Counseling and Psychological Services, Career Development Center, and other academic and student service offices on campus, as appropriate.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities Proven experience working with diverse students, parents, faculty, and staff. Demonstrates proficiency in computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.). Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, including professional demeanor and ability to be a team player. Exhibits strong oral and written communication skills. Maintains excellent organizational skills including ability to prioritize responsibilities, multi-task and meet deadlines. Exhibits strong critical and creative thinking skills, and able to make sound decision making and ability to remain objective. Able to work flexible hours, including evenings, is desired.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student, and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience - Required: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field and one year of directly related experience required.
- Preferred: Enrollment in (or completion of) a Master’s Degree in: Counseling (Counseling Psychology, School Counseling, or Student Development in Higher Education); School Psychology; Equity, Education, and Social Justice; or Public Policy & Administration.
Physical Summary Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects. (10 pounds or less).
Department University Center for Undergraduate Advising
Classification Student Services Professional 1B
Compensation Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $4,269 - $4,400 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $4,269 - $6,040 per month.
Benefits Excellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental), tuition fee waiver, generous vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays each year.
Time Base 1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment This is a temporary position ending on June 30, 2025 with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.
Application Procedures Click Apply Now to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.
PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. It is important that all sections of the on-line application are filled out completely and accurately. Please include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Additional Information The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
Equal Employment Statement California State University Long Beach is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
Accommodations We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu .
Out of State Employment Policy California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Advertised: Aug 06 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Aug 20 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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