Student Services Advising Assistant - BLANK AST 3

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Undergraduate and Graduate Program Coordinators, provide administrative assistance and support to meet the operational needs of the Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics undergraduate and graduate programs.

Act as the Student Advising Center's first point of contact for students, staff, and faculty with questions pertaining to the department's advising programs either responding directly or directing inquiries to the appropriate person.

July 1st
2024

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position.

• Experience working with students in a degreeoriented program at a university level/college level.
• Experience using webbased programs and tools in a student services or educational setting (e.g.,

databases, on-line tracking systems, student information systems).

• Experience planning events of various levels of complexity.
• Skills, initiative and resourcefulness to understand, research, recognize and resolve general problems.
• Organizational skills to set up and maintain files.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Banner, DESII, ICMS, and other related campus and UC database systems.
• Experience with working independently, taking initiative, and selfmotivated.
• Ability to organize work effectively to achieve timely progress on projects; manage multiple simultaneous projects, distributing effort among projects and team members as appropriate to meet project schedules and to manage heavy workload. Work as an integral team member to support organizational goals and objectives.
• Skills to complete projects and meet business requirements with mínimal supervision; take initiative to followup on projects and assignments. Ability to anticipate and recognize problems; work as a team member and seek assistance when necessary.
• Skills and knowledge to recognize using discretion and sound judgment when managing confidential and sensitive issues and information.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, in oral and written formats; while paying attention to details and accuracy, including confirming information to prevent miscommunications.

Key Responsibilities

• 50% Undergraduate student support
• 10% Event planning
• 40% Graduate Program support

Department Overview

The Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics is a large complex academic department with 24 ladder faculty, 6 cooperative extension specialists, 3 academic federation faculty, and 10 Unit-18 lecturers.

The department provides instructional, research, and outreach programs. This position is part of a team of two who manage all aspects of ARE's undergraduate and graduate programs.

Position Information
- **Salary or Pay Range: $27.34/hr. - $39.18/hr.**:

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Salary Frequency:

Bi-Weekly:
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UC

Job Title:

BLANK AST 3:
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Appointment Type:

Career:
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Percentage of Time: Full-Time, 100%:

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Shift Hours:

Manager will advise:
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Location: Davis, CA

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Union Representation:

Yes - CX:
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Benefits Eligible:

Yes**:
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Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits and eligibility rules by visiting _Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees_ or _Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees_ and our _Benefits Page_._
• High quality and lowcost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• For eligible roles, UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible rol

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