Academic Advisor

4 weeks ago

San Luis Obispo, California, United States California State University Full time
Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Bailey College Associate Dean for Student Success, Welfare, Diversity, and Inclusion, this position provides academic advising and related support services to current and prospective undergraduate students in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics. The incumbent works with a moderate degree of independence to provide holistic academic advising to undergraduate students including developing tailored academic plans; selecting courses, concentrations, and minors; referring to campus partners such as basic needs programs and Campus Health & Wellbeing; explaining campus policies and procedures; recommending strategies for academic success; guiding students through the change of major process; interpreting curriculum sheets and articulation agreements; and assisting with new student recruitment and orientation programming.

This position will assist Bailey College Student Services with providing academic advising to students while the university transitions from the quarter system to the semester system. Advisors play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth transition for students by providing comprehensive advising services and support tailored to the new semester-based academic calendar.

This is a full-time 12-month temporary position with the possibility of an extension and is eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, vision and CalPERS retirement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide academic advising and related support services to current and prospective undergraduate students.
  • Develop and implement tailored academic plans for undergraduate students.
  • Refer students to campus partners for support services.
  • Explain campus policies and procedures to students.
  • Recommend strategies for academic success.
  • Guide students through the change of major process.
  • Interpret curriculum sheets and articulation agreements.
  • Assist with new student recruitment and orientation programming.


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.
  • Two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field.
  • A master's degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.


Benefits
This position is eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, vision and CalPERS retirement. Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

About Cal Poly
Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly's hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit

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