Undergraduate Student Academic Advisor (4545U) - #79182

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We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan.

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Departmental Overview

The Berkeley School of Education (BSE) is one of the nation's top-ranked schools of education, offering unparalleled scholarship and professional training that prepares future leaders of education policy, practice, and research. With one of the most diverse faculty and student bodies at UC Berkeley, the community is rooted in equity and social justice, and students, staff, and faculty are joined by their shared commitment to understanding and improving the complex world of education. A central mission of the BSE is to improve teaching and learning for all students by preparing the next generation of teachers, administrators, educational researchers, and school psychologists in exemplary academic and professional preparation programs, with an emphasis on working with diverse students in urban settings. BSE graduates make a global impact as researchers, professional educators, leaders, and innovators.

Position Summary

The Undergraduate Student Academic Advisor position is a critical member of the student services team at the Berkeley School of Education. In addition to providing advising and student services support for undergraduate students throughout their time at the BSE, the Student Academic Advisor provides coordination and support for a range of student services, including outreach, community building, and program planning. The SAA 3 also provides input and support to faculty regarding student progress, as well as scheduling and curriculum needs. The Academic Advisor maintains in-depth working knowledge of college, department, and university advising policies and serves as the authority on undergraduate advising within the department. This position reports directly to the Director of Student Services, but also receives work assignments from the Chair and Co-Chair of the Undergraduate Committee.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 07/07/2025.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of College, department & University policies, rules and regulations.

• Utilize knowledge of these policies to support undergraduates with identifying their educational goals, ensure timely declaration of major, maintain adherence to overall unit limits, and achieve advancement to degree Advise students on BSE degree and major requirements.
• Support students with course pairings and discuss different paths to complete degree requirements and ways to complete requirements that may not be clearly defined or when there are no clear precedents or articulations, or when transfer work is involved.
• Evaluate and advise students in petitions for exceptions to departmental/school/college requirements.

Counsel students experiencing academic difficulty.

• Discuss academic probationary status and support students with developing short- and long-term plans to resolve academic status.
• Determine barriers, distractions, and complications affecting a student's academic success, helps students recognize these key non-academic issues, and makes appropriate referrals for additional therapeutic counseling and/or assistance from other units.

Advise new and continuing instructors on student progress and support services.

• Assist faculty on determining course scheduling needs for student progression to graduation.
• Serve as a resource and liaise with academic and administrative units on campus- provide information and communicate College policies to staff and faculty.
• Participate on department and campus-wide committees and work groups including the Undergraduate Programs Committee and Undergraduate Advising Operations & Policy Committee.

Support student life and foster student success.

• Create and implement workshops for students.
• Present information effectively in individual and group situations using electronic, written, and oral formats.
• Help foster a culture of inclusion and belonging in alignment with the BSE Mission and values and the UC Berkeley principles of community through student events, services, and advising.
• Facilitate undergraduate communication and community building through student newsletter, emails, and social media.
• Organize and facilitate student recognition (i.e. Undergraduate Completion Celebration Outstanding GSI selection process, etc.).

Other job duties as assigned and relevant to the position.

Required Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Knowledge of multiple majors, colleges, and schools.
• Thorough knowledge of and/or can quickly learn department/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.
• Detail oriented and ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Commitment to working with historically underrepresented/marginalized groups.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff and students in a diverse, inclusive campus climate.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask, work under pressure, and adjust priorities when dealing with competing responsibilities.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $61,200.00 - $81,200.00.

• This is a full-time (40 hours/week), career position that is eligible for UC Benefits.
• This is an exempt monthly-paid position.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

• This is not a visa opportunity.
• This position is eligible for up to 40% remote work. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs, and are subject to change.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Misconduct

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 status under state or federal law.