Academic Advisor

Advising Center

Job #545648

Close Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025

 

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Founded in 1913, Cal Poly Humboldt began as a small college for teachers. Today Humboldt has grown into a comprehensive university with rigorous science and liberal arts programs. Designated a polytechnic in 2022, Cal Poly Humboldt provides hands-on, impactful educational opportunities that lead to meaningful, measurable outcomes for the individual, for the state, and the world.

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(Job #545648) Student Services Professional II, Academic Advisor, Hiring Range: 5,083 – 7,228. This is a full-time, benefited, , 12-month pay plan permanent position with a one-year probationary period in the Advising Center. This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 14 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits information can be found at https://hraps.humboldt.edu/employee-benefits.

 

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Undergraduate Advising, the person in this position serves as primary academic advisor to students in designated majors and programs, in this case, the Biological Sciences, including first-generation, low-income, racially and ethnically diverse students. Provide comprehensive holistic, proactive, and meaningful guidance for student on acclimating to their new academic lifestyle and building supportive personal environments and best practices to facilitate their student success. This person also provides support for various activities and cooperative endeavors such as serving as a drop-in advisor in the Center; participating in orientation, faculty advisor training; and various retention and student success initiatives; providing withdrawal counseling, major exploration; developing and presenting workshops and presentations, including classroom and student organizations; and developing relationships with faculty and academic department staff. Coordinate and assist in efforts to support staff and faculty across campus, as well as share insight and expertise on areas in academic advising.

 

Key Responsibilities:

50% - Academic Advising for students in Assigned Majors;

Using a holistic approach, act as primary academic advisor for students in designated majors and programs with a demonstrated commitment to first-generation, low-income, and traditionally marginalized students. Assess and adapt services or programs to the needs of academically and culturally diverse students. Explain academic policies and procedures, and act as mentor and advocate. Plan, promote, and participate in activities to encourage advisees to be successful in their major. Help students build schedules and construct academic plans that will ensure their successful progress towards meeting their degree objectives. Advise assigned students on academic probation to help them return to good standing. Connect students with appropriate campus resources.  Assist the general student population with all manner of questions related to degree completion and career-related experiences, either through drop-in hours or by appointment. Act as an advocate for non-traditional students where typical guidelines and solutions are not available or are not adequate.  Assess student needs, identify institutional barriers and design appropriate interventions and solutions. Work with campus partners to develop appropriate solutions and/or interventions.

 

25% - Track and facilitate interventions on student performance as applicable. Attend staff meetings, develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of academic policies and procedures, withdrawal counseling, retention, and student success initiatives campus wide. Serve as member of liaison team to academic college(s) in an effort to support faculty and staff in matters related to academic advising. Maintain complete and accurate records on students served and specific services or referrals provided and report this information as needed.  Maintain records on students’ academic progress and persistence and conduct regular needs assessment of assigned students.

 

10% - General undergraduate advising, referral and programming;

Meet with undergraduates to review progress towards meeting all-university requirements (general education, DCG, Institutions, unit and GPA minimums, etc). Attend staff meetings, develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of academic policies and procedures, withdrawals counseling, support advising, retention, students success initiatives campus wide, and engage with campus committees on advising. Participate in the development, administration, analysis, and reporting of program evaluation and performance outcomes.  Participate in  new and prospective student orientation and recruitment programming.

 

10% - Academic Department/Campus Activities;

Build connections with staff, faculty and students within assigned academic department including attending departmental meetings, events and programming. Assist departments with programming and activities related to student success, academic planning, retention and graduation rates.  Participate in campus-wide efforts related to student success.  Serve as member of liaison team to academic college(s) in an effort to support faculty and staff in matters related to academic advising and consult and advise on advising best practices.

 

5% - Other Duties as Assigned

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Associated with this Position Include:

Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of student advising related programs; general knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management. General knowledge of research and interview techniques; and of the principles of individual and group behavior.

 

Ability to interpret and apply Advising Center and or similar rules and regulations; use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements; obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews; reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data; advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required; recognize multicultural, multisexed and multi‑aged value systems and work accordingly; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts; and, rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned. Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to the with regard to related programming. Demonstrated experience working effectively with a diverse population. Demonstrated commitment and/or experience promoting and fostering a working (or learning) environment that is supportive of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population.

  

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:

Possession of these 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.

Education:

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 experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Two years of experience in a college level student services program. Student services related to related to academic advising, academic progress and student success is preferred. Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience. Experience with PeopleSoft is highly desirable. Experience with academic advising for students in biological sciences or related fields.

 

Application Procedure: To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials by clicking the Apply Now button:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three professional references

Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application materials is 11:55 p.m. on ___.

Any inquiries about this recruitment can be directed to careers@humboldt.edu or Cal Poly Humboldt’s Human Resources Office at (707) 826-3626.

We acknowledge that Cal Poly Humboldt is located on the unceded lands of the Wiyot people, where they have resided from time immemorial. We encourage all to gain a deeper understanding of their history and thriving culture. As an expression of our gratitude we are genuinely committed to developing trusting, reciprocal, and long lasting partnerships with the Wiyot people as well as all of our neighboring tribes. Cal Poly Humboldt was the first campus in the California State University system to offer a stand-alone major in Native American Studies.

Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, faculty, and administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals relative to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.

Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position. Even if part or all of an employee's assignment can be performed remotely, the employee must maintain a permanent residence in the state of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus work assignment, as assigned, and come to campus when needed.

CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measure established by each campus. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy and any questions you have may be submitted to hr@humboldt.edu.

Cal Poly Humboldt hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. This position may be considered a “Campus Security Authority”, pursuant to the Clery Act, and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1107 a condition of employment.

CAL POLY HUMBOLDT IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS (e.g. H1-B VISAS)

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) is required prior to the appointment date. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) is required for employment. Cal Poly Humboldt will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.  Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Failure to satisfactorily complete or adverse findings from a background check may affect the employment status of candidates or continued employment of current CSU employees who are being considered for the position.

 

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the Cal Poly Humboldt provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Humboldt complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.  Cal Poly Humboldt is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly Humboldt, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

 

Mandated Reporting: This position may be 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.

Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training.

Class Code: 3082
Publication Date:  4/2/2025