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Academic Advisor - Student Success Center (Student Services Professional II)

Job No: 530966
Work Type:
Locations: San Diego
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Temporary, Full Time, Education Support Professionals, On-site (work in-person at business location)




Position Summary

This Academic Advisor in the Student Success Center in the College of Sciences has primary responsibility for independent advising of students seeking information from the SDSU and College of Sciences, as well as interacting with departmental faculty, other departmental advisers, administration, and dissemination information about campus resources.

The Academic Advisor will provide academic advising to undergraduate College of Science students, implement initiatives to improve communications to students, through in-person presentations and web-based technology, facilitate student success through program/workshop development and/or implementation, and provide support for students experiencing concerns regarding academic advisement, course selection, and degree evaluation.

The Academic Advisor will also provide information to prospective students about science majors and the College of Science, provide guidance and personal counseling related to self-awareness, personal growth and academic probation that facilitates the continuation of students towards degree goals, and will work closely with the Pre-Professional Health Advising Office to provide guidance to pre professional students that depend on our curriculum. The position provides support for, and supervision of the College of Science Student Success Center undergraduate peer mentors in order to ensure that College of Science students get the appropriate advising necessary to efficiently progress through the major and graduate in a timely manner, and they will work with and meet regularly with individual College of Science departmental faculty advisers/chairs to ensure advising that is consistent with departmental messaging and curricular nuances.

This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The College of Sciences Student Success Center, located in GMCS 429, aims to enhance the educational experience and facilitate graduation for all students in the sciences. We work toward these goals by aiming to improve access to information, resources, academic advising, and to provide structure and support to our departmental advisers. The College of Sciences Student Success Center serves as the physical hub for our partnerships with study abroad, on and off campus internships, undergraduate research, and other undergraduate programs in the College of Sciences.

The College of Sciences Student Success Center focuses on lower division pre-major advising, exploratory major selection advising (other majors considering a science major, and science majors considering a different science major), science career related resources and advising, resources for preparation for graduate school in the sciences, and managing graduation, retention, and other student success initiatives. Moreover, the center is responsible for the identification of students with academic problems and reaching out to intervene or provide appropriate referrals for these students as necessary.

For more information regarding the College of Science Student Success Center, click here.

Education and Experience

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 advising 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. A Master's degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience

Key Qualifications

• Ability to advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required
• Ability to collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data
• General knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management; general knowledge of research and interview techniques; and general knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior
• Some background or experiences in the sciences
• Ability to use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements
• Experience working in a college or university's admissions, advising, evaluations, registrar, or other student service related office is preferred

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $4,610 per month.

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,610 - $6,556 per month.

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.

SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on September 12, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by September 11, 2023. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Tina Deesen at tdeesen@sdsu.edu



Advertised: Aug 29, 2023 (9:00 AM)
Applications Close: Open until filled

To apply, visit https://careers.sdsu.edu/en-us/job/530966/academic-advisor-student-success-center-student-services-professional-ii







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