Academic Advisor
Environmental Studies
Summary of Job Details
Under the general supervision of the Student Academic Services Manager, the Academic Advisor is both the initial source of academic advising for undergraduate students in the Environmental Studies Program and is responsible for providing specific types of academic advice, which include but are not limited to reviewing & approving petitions, degree completion analysis, major/minor requirements, educational resources, experiential opportunities such as internships and study abroad, and other student advising services. The Academic Advisor serves as liaison to the College of Letters & Science Academic Advising Office, other campus agencies, other colleges and universities, as well as students, faculty and the departmental curriculum committee. Assists the Student Academic Services Manager in implementing systems to track student data. Assists in managing multiple databases including current student and alumni information. Monitors academic progress of declared ES majors, interprets and applies UC systemwide and campus policies and develops procedures and practices for student advising. Maintains a supportive climate by identifying student related problems and refers students to campus resources. Coordinates publicity for the undergraduate program, courses and faculty research. Conducts informational sessions and helps manage social media accounts to provide advice to large student audiences. Serves as a department contact for current students and alumni. The position requires comprehensive and professional knowledge of College, campus and university policies, procedures, and resources; strong initiative; ability to multitask in a high paced environment; professional problem-solving ability; excellent verbal and written communication skills; sound judgment; and the capacity to organize and handle a wide range of responsibilities. Must possess ability to work at a high level of professionalism and work well with staff colleagues under pressure to meet deadlines and other needs of the faculty, students, and the Program as a whole.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in related area or equivalent experience / training.
Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving.
Ability to multi-task and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Special Conditions of Employment
Satisfactory conviction history background check.
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm
UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
Application review begins 8/14/24;
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job #71303