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Academic Advisor (Student Services Professional II)
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Position Number: 1324949
Location: Fullerton, CA
Position Type: Academic Advising

Academic Advisor (Student Services Professional II)

Classification: Student Services Professional II-Range A

AutoReqId: 10783BR

Department: Ctr for Careers in Teaching

Sub-Division: College of Education

Salary Range: $4,179 - $5,942 per month (Department hiring range: $4,179 - $4,388 per month)

Appointment Type: Temporary

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; occasional early morning, evening and weekend hours; this is a temporary position to end on or before June 30, 2019 with a possibility of renewal on an annual basis if program needs exist.

Job Summary:
It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from a variety of career disciplines that share in the University's mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About CSUF:
Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California's revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CSUF Garden Grove Center, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

About the Position:
The College of Education is committed to preparing high quality educators and leaders who engage in research based instruction and reflective practice, meet ethical and professional standards, participate in innovative collaborative endeavors, are committed to lifelong learning, are dedicated to making the world a better place through education, and whose actions reflect valuing diversity. The Center for Careers in Teaching within the College of Education is seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as an Academic Advisor (Student Services Professional II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the general supervision of the Director of the Center for Careers in Teaching (CCT), provides advisement and support to students interested in becoming a teacher in California and manages the daily operations of the CCT. Supports the development and execution of strategic recruitment and retention goals in support of the overall College of Education enrollment plan and the Graduation Initiative 2025, including a focus on underrepresented student populations in teacher preparation. Establishes and maintains regular contact and collaborative relationships with counselors, advisors, and faculty on campus. Represents the CCT at recruitment, yield, and retention activities - both off-site and on campus.Provides general triage, individual, and group advising. Utilizes university and department policies and procedures to assist students with the selection of classes, progress toward degree and preparation for a teacher preparation program.Provides periodic progress and summary reports of student success activities. Trains and supervises student assistants who work in the CCT. Maintains and updates program websites and social media. Participates in applicable meetings, committees, and training. Provides support for programs sponsored by the CCT and the College of Education. Coordinates monthly newsletter and distribution of marketing materials. Maintains database of potential future teachers and collaborate with the Office of Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness to collect and distribute data regarding future teachers. Other duties as assigned.

Diversity Statement Prompt (Please submit with your application):
Diversity is a defining feature of California's past, present, and future. Increasing the diversity of our educators to better reflect the population of California is just one aspect of the College of Education's dedication to just, equitable and inclusive education. See http://ed.fullerton.edu/about-the-college/jeie.php . Diversity refers to the variety of personal experiences, values, and worldviews that arise from differences of culture and circumstance. Such differences include race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, language, abilities/disabilities, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, geographic region, and more. The 1-2 page diversity statement should focus on your commitment to just, equitable and inclusive education and how you incorporate diversity into your work. This statement might include:

your contribution to issues of diversity.

your experiences with a diverse range of students.

how you have or would incorporate diversity into student support.

how you have personally experienced diversity.

your experiences and/or qualifications that enhance your ability to work with diverse groups.

Essential Qualifications:
Bachelors degree or the equivalent from an accredited four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public administration, business administration or a job-related field and two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or a related field. A masters degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience. Additional specialized and relevant experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

General knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational management, research, and interview techniques. Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations, obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews, and advise students individually and in groups on complex student-related matters. Ability to reason logically and use initiative in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements. Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, supervise, and organize programs and activities. Ability to interact with a diverse student population, faculty, staff, and the public. Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to acquire knowledge of campus procedures, activities, and of the overall organization.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU 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 CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Special Working Conditions:
Ability to lift and carry program materials (up to 50 pounds) with or without accommodation.

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Universitys strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant or a Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Universitys strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Hiring Preference: None

Application Deadline: 08-Nov-2018

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