"Professional Academic Advisor"

The School of Business at the University of California, Riverside is a nationally ranked and internationally recognized AACSB-accredited business school. It is home to the largest undergraduate business program in the University of California system, as well as to the A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management, which features various master and Ph.D. programs.

Under the direction of the Assistant Dean and Director of Undergraduate Business Programs, the Professional Academic Advisor provides advice to students on the full range of requirements for the School of Business undergraduate program. The incumbent will assist students in the development of meaningful education plans; promote student intellectual and personal development; discuss and clarify educational, career, and life goals; help students acquire relevant information and services; interpret institutional, general education, and major requirements; evaluate and monitor student academic progress, course choice, and class schedule in context of student's academic and career goals.

Engage in the evaluation of student academic progress and success related to learning styles, career goals, and academic stressors; partner with campus student support centers on topics such as career readiness, internships, supplemental instruction, student engagement, and mental and physical wellness. Perform advising duties based on theories and knowledge of academic advising principles, teaching, learning, and human development, reflecting developmental and holistic advising approaches.

Requirements:

• Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training required; Master's Degree preferred.
• Experience Requirements: Minimum of 5 years of related experience required; 2 years of higher education experience preferred.
• License Requirements: Valid driver's license required.
• Special Conditions: Occasional travel to recruitment events.
• Minimum Requirements: Thorough knowledge of advising and counseling techniques; knowledge of multiple majors, colleges, and schools; skills in judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving; ability to multi-task; proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based software; articulation skills to advise diverse personalities.
• Preferred Qualifications: Ability to extract, compile, analyze, and present data; experience with online Student Information Systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides advice and assistance to students on all aspects of their academic experience, including progression and requirement matters (10%).
• Identifies students with GPA or progress problems, advises students, and recommends appropriate courses of action (5%).
• Advises on special eligibility requirements such as Honors programs, fellowships, and scholarships (5%).
• Advises students on a wide range of course possibilities and ways to complete degree requirements (5%).
• Performs other duties as assigned (5%).

The salary range is $56,000 - $96,400 annually. Applicants must have current work authorization.