We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our Academic Advising community as the Academic Success Advising Specialist, focusing on providing support and relational advising to undergraduate students on Academic Notice and at-risk, funded by Fullerton RISES, Department of Education FIPSE Grant. The individual in this position will play a pivotal role in supporting students' academic journey and providing tailored guidance and resources to help them achieve their educational goals. The Academic Success Advising Specialist will work closely with students to develop and implement strategies that promote academic and holistic success as a CSUF student. 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 Special Programs, the Academic Success Advising Specialist fosters a supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive academically. They serve as a consistent point of contact for their students, develop personalized relationships, and provide holistic advising. They collaborate with their students to identify personal and academic factors contributing to academic difficulty and co-create a success plan based on the students’ individual needs. They facilitate group advising and workshops focused on academic success and promote their student’s involvement in campus events and activities.
The Academic Success Advising Specialist guides students in developing goals and engages in proactive outreach and follow-up to ensure progress. They offer guidance on effective time management, organizational skills, and study strategies. They encourage students to attend supplemental instruction and utilize other academic support services. They are responsible for tracking academic advising activities and retention of their student caseloads and regularly connect with their students using various communication channels.
*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:
Prolonged sitting in front of computer. Walking, talking, hearing, pulling, bending, may carry 10-15 pounds of objects/material, not exposed to extreme noise level, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, taste or smell.
BENEFITS:
Health, dental, vision, life, health care flex plan, LTD, vacation, sick leave, holiday, credit union, tuition reimbursement and retirement plan with company match. 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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A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the ASC. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current ASC employees who apply for the position.
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