Academic Advisor II, MESA (Mathematics, Engineering & Science Achievement Program)

Details•Sacramento, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The ECS MESA Office serves under-represented, low-income students in the College of ECS by advising and guiding students, coordinating program activities, fostering a sense of community, and collaborating with College leadership, faculty, and staff to enhance the overall educational experience. Under general supervision of Director of MESA Office, the Academic Advisor II provides support to ECS students on program curriculum and course selection for the major, as well as on General Education and graduation requirements. The Academic Advisor II engages in a developmental process that helps clarify and implement individual educational plans consistent with their skills, interests, and values. The incumbent needs to be sensitive to the needs of the diverse and underserved student population and aims to create a supportive environment that empowers students to excel in their studies and make the most of their college experience.

Requirements

Experience in a higher education setting (e.g. advising, admissions, student programming or development).
Experience working with students from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, including students that may be considered to be “at promise.”
Ability to independently prioritize, plan and organize work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide direct programs and/ or services to a diverse student population.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a diverse environment.
Ability to compile, prepare, write and review reports.
Proficiency using standard office software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
Familiarity working with university-based record/ data systems/ software (example: PeopleSoft).
Ability to understand, interpret and apply moderately complex rules, policies, regulations, and procedures.
Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Educational Leadership, College Student Personnel, Educational Counseling, or related field
Knowledge of the engineering, computer science, and construction management programs at Sacramento State.
Knowledge of General Education in the California State University system.
General knowledge of other related university student services
Ability to work occasional morning, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

Advising and guiding students on program curriculum and course selection for the major, as well as on General Education and graduation requirements.
Engaging in a developmental process that helps clarify and implement individual educational plans consistent with their skills, interests, and values.
Coordinating program activities.
Fostering a sense of community.
Collaborating with College leadership, faculty, and staff to enhance the overall educational experience.
Providing support to ECS students.
Creating a supportive environment that empowers students to excel in their studies and make the most of their college experience.