Brawley Student Advisor (Student Services Professional II)
About The Position
The Brawley Student Advisor plays a vital role in supporting the recruitment, retention, and academic success of undergraduate students pursuing STEM degrees. Reporting to the Imperial Valley Campus Administrator and working closely with the Dean of Students, this position provides comprehensive advising to prospective and enrolled students, helping them navigate degree requirements, academic planning, and university resources from admission through graduation. The role also supports student success through outreach, data analysis, and collaboration with campus partners to enhance educational outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a student-centered professional who is passionate about empowering diverse learners and making a lasting impact on student achievement.
Requirements
- Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field.
- Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown below may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
- Possession of the required knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth.
- Experience working in a college or university admissions, advising, evaluations, registrar, or other student services-related office.
- Experience working with diverse student populations.
- Experience working and interacting with a diverse professional workforce.
- Experience presenting information to diverse audiences of varying size.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google docs.
- Experience communicating information and creating reports using statistical analysis
- Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Nice To Haves
- A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.
- Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
- Experience in student advising is preferred.
- Experience providing outreach services to students is preferred.
- Familiar with CSU and SDSU general education and graduation requirements is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive academic advising to prospective and current students through individual appointments, group advising, and workshops.
- Assist students with academic planning, course selection, policy interpretation, and referrals to campus resources that support retention and graduation.
- Support recruitment, admission, progression, and graduation initiatives, including guidance for students transitioning from STEM majors when appropriate.
- Collect, analyze, and report student success data, including graduation trends and other key metrics, to support institutional reporting and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with college leadership, faculty, and campus partners to enhance advising services and promote student success.
Benefits
- 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
- Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
- CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
- FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
- Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
