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Professional Academic Advisor

University of California, Riverside, Los Angeles, California, United States

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The School of Business at the University of California, Riverside is a nationally ranked and internationally recognized AACSB-accredited business school. With over 14,000 alumni all over the world, 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 a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Ph.D., Professional MBA (PMBA), Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAc), Master of Finance (MFin), and Master of Business Analytics (MSBA) programs. The school is positioned as a center of excellence in business education through cutting-edge research on the business challenges of the 21st century. 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 as they relate to the student's educational endeavours; help students to 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 regarding topics such as, but not limited to, career readiness, internships, supplemental instruction, student engagement, and mental and physical wellness etc. Perform advising duties that are based on theories and knowledge of academic advising principles, teaching, learning, and human development, and reflect developmental and holistic advising approaches. The full salary range for the Professional Academic Advisor is $56,000 - $96,400 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Position Information

The School of Business at the University of California, Riverside is a nationally ranked and internationally recognized AACSB-accredited business school. With over 14,000 alumni all over the world, 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 a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Ph.D., Professional MBA (PMBA), Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAc), Master of Finance (MFin), and Master of Business Analytics (MSBA) programs. The school is positioned as a center of excellence in business education through cutting-edge research on the business challenges of the 21st century. 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 as they relate to the student's educational endeavours; help students to 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 regarding topics such as, but not limited to, career readiness, internships, supplemental instruction, student engagement, and mental and physical wellness etc. Perform advising duties that are based on theories and knowledge of academic advising principles, teaching, learning, and human development, and reflect developmental and holistic advising approaches. The full salary range for the Professional Academic Advisor is $56,000 - $96,400 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Requirement

Required

Degree

Master's Degree preferred.

Requirement

Preferred

Experience Requirements

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of related experience.

Requirement

Required

Experience

2 Years of Higher Ed experience

Requirement

Minimum Requirements

Thorough knowledge of advising and counseling techniques, knowledge of multiple majors, colleges, & schools. Thorough knowledge of college/school policies, procedures, and requirements. Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving. Abilities in problem identification, reasoning, ability to develop original ideas to solve problems. Ability to multi-task. Thorough knowledge of department/school college policies, procedures, and requirements. Demonstrated computer proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) or other equivalent software, the internet, e-mail messaging, and web-based software applications. Articulation skills to listen and advise/counsel diverse personalities using sound and mature judgment. Skill in accurate record keeping with strict attention to detail. Skill in organizing tasks, documents, and materials with efficiency and accuracy. Ability to effectively, professionally, and tactfully interact and communicate, both orally and in writing, with students, faculty, staff and visitors.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to extract, compile, analyze, and present pertinent data effectively. Demonstrated experience with online Student Information Systems (Banner). Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a service environment that is subject to frequent interruptions.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings. UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020 UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019 Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details

Generic Scope

Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Custom Scope

Applies skills as a seasoned, experienced academic adviser. Provides advice to students on the full range of requirements for a department, college, or school with a wide variety of course requirements. Recommends solutions to progression and requirement issues. Advice may include not-clearly-defined programs such as independent study programs, interdisciplinary programs, or multiple programs. Works independently under general supervision.

Department Custom Scope

The University of California, Riverside School of Business is a nationally ranked and internationally recognized AACSB-accredited business school. With over 14,000 alumni all over the world, 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 a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Ph.D., Professional MBA (PMBA), Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAc), Master of Finance (MFin), and Master of Business Analytics (MSBA) programs. The school is positioned as a center of excellence in business education through cutting-edge research on the business challenges of the 21st century. 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 as they relate to the student's educational endeavors; help students to acquire relevant information and services; interpret institutional, general education, and major requirements; evaluate and monitor student academic progress, course choice, and class schedule in the 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 regarding topics such as, but not limited to, career readiness, internships, supplemental instruction, student engagement, mental and physical wellness, etc. Perform advising duties that are based on theories and knowledge of academic advising principles, teaching, learning, and human development, reflecting developmental and holistic advising approaches. The salary range for the position is $56,000.00 - $96,400.00 annually. We base placement within these ranges on the individual's qualifications as they relate to this position. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Seniority level

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