Undergraduate Academic Advisor

California State University • Los Angeles, CA

395d • $51,228 - $72,480 • Remote

About The Position

The Undergraduate Academic Advisor at California State University, Northridge, plays a crucial role in providing holistic advisement and support services to students within the College. This position aims to promote academic excellence, persistence, and timely degree completion by offering individual and group advisement, explaining university degree requirements, and assisting students with educational planning. The advisor also provides additional support to Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) students and participates in related committee work.

Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a relevant field.
• Equivalent to one year of experience in professional Student Services work at the entry trainee level.
• A Master's degree in a job-related field may substitute for the required experience.
• General knowledge of organization and program management methods.
• Working knowledge of research and interviewing techniques.
• Ability to gather and analyze data and present clear information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in program management.
• Knowledge of principles of individual and group behavior.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group academic advisement to new, continuing, and readmitted students.
• Explain university degree requirements and academic policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Assist students with educational planning and course selection.
• Provide holistic support services to EOP students.
• Participate in EOP admissions/planning and committee work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement & savings
• Tuition waiver

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree