As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.

We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice.

Departmental Overview

The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS) in both the College of Engineering and the College of Computing Data Science and Society (CDSS), is the largest department on the Berkeley campus, consisting of over 130 faculty, adjunct, active emeriti and PIR appointments, 3,600+ undergraduates both in the College of Engineering and Letters and Science, 800+ graduate students, and 60+ staff members. EECS programs are consistently ranked in the top three by many measures, including U.S. News & World Report's national and global ranking. Annual operating budget (not including expenditures related to research, faculty start-ups, and student fellowships) for EECS is $40+ million.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Affairs, the SSA 4 responsibilities include a wide range of student services duties and responsibilities for an academic advisor. This position will assist the dean/chair, faculty, and students in academic advising, recruitment, admissions, student orientation and events, career counseling, and related programs.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 2026-07-09 - Open until filled

Responsibilities

40% Academic Advising: Applying advanced Student Services concepts, provides the most complex student services to the organization's management, faculty, and students. Recommends petition exceptions that affect the requirements of multiple departments; facilitates new course approval through interaction with the Coordination of College Policy, Academic Senate, or similar organization.

Provides advising to students (including perspectives) in the EECS, CDSS, Computer Science, and ECE majors. Reviews students' progress and advises students and faculty on requirements for degree/program completion; identifies students with progression problems and recommends interventions; devises curriculum planning in collaboration with chair/dean and faculty, and with other departments. Works closely with campus offices to resolve issues, including DSP, Student Conduct, Ombuds Office for Students, Financial Aid, and the Registrar.

25% Recruitment and Admissions: Advises department/school/college on outreach strategies, and helps identify targeted institutions to meet the organization's goals; coordinates, reviews, and advises chair/dean and faculty on transferability and applicability of non-UC Berkeley courses. Plans and implements outreach programs with specifically targeted institutions; advises prospective applicants on necessary academic preparation.

20% Department/School/College Policies: Advises faculty on departmental/school/college and university policies and procedures; Advises chairs/deans on the formulation of department/school/college policy by advising them on areas needing clarification and identifying solutions; analyzes the consequences of the organization's academic policies and recommends new or changed policies; recommends solutions to the organization's problems without precedent.

10% Program Oversight: Manages the oversight of and advises students on policies surrounding the following programs: CS Honors Program, CS Minor Program, Faculty Advising, and Reader Hiring.

5% Professional Development: Participates in professional student services committees that develop policies/procedures with nationwide impact.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Knowledge of University-specific computer application programs and knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Multicultural competencies: ability to work with diverse populations.
• Advanced knowledge of complex visa and immigration policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements for international students and scholars.
• Ability in problem identification and reasoning; ability to develop original ideas to solve problems, persuasion, and leadership.
• Skills in monitoring/assessing people, processes, or services, to make improvements.
• In-depth knowledge of the field's post-degree employment opportunities and practices.
• Skills in project management, social perceptiveness to be aware of others' reactions, and understanding why they react as they do.
• Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.