We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our Academic Advising community as the Transfer Success Specialist, focusing on advising to facilitate the transitions from community colleges to California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) and providing top-notch advising for prospective and newly admitted transfer students. Our Academic Advising mission is to work in a collaborative partnership with students, a shared responsibility, where the advisor and student are equally invested in the educational process and holistic development of the student with diverse assets, needs, and backgrounds. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.
Reporting to the Director of Academic Advising, Operations and Innovation, the Transfer Success Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting the successful transition and integration of transfer students into the Cal State Fullerton community. This position will work with prospective and newly admitted transfer students and their families to provide guidance, resources, and support services aimed at creating a seamless transition and enhancing their overall academic success. They will coordinate and collaborate with academic advising teams and student support services at Cal State Fullerton to offer holistic and comprehensive pre-transfer advising activities and transition support. The position will serve as a point person for students in the Transfer Success Pathway program and provide personalized guidance to help students create an educational plan.
They will also participate in transfer student campus events, orientations, and advising activities. The Transfer Success Specialist will develop and engage in outreach efforts to regional community colleges, designs and offers workshops on the transfer process, and serves as an informational liaison for community college counselors.
*Please be aware that funding for this position is awarded through a Grant/Contract over a specified period. Employment for this position beyond current Grant/Contract funding is contingent upon continued funding or new Grant/Contract.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Lifting of up to 25lbs.; periodic bending; long-term periods of sitting; long term periods operating a computer.
BENEFITS:
Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, health care flex plan, LTD, vacation, sick leave, holiday, credit union, tuition reimbursement and retirement plan. All benefits will be administered according to policies and/or procedures.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
CSU Fullerton, Auxiliary Services Corporation (ASC) is committed with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practice. This means hiring diverse talent and ensuring employees understand and respect differences around us. ASC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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