Job Description:

Hiring Range

$20.84 - $23.95 hourly

Job Closing Date

12/11/2020

About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With nearly 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.
Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design, and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.
In Fall 2016, UC Merced broke ground on a $1.3 billion public-private partnership that is unprecedented in higher education. The Merced 2020 Project will nearly double the physical capacity of the campus by 2020, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. In 2018, UC Merced opened the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.

About the Job

Provides comprehensive, developmental academic advising to first year students in all majors and undeclared students in all class years, with a focus on academic coaching and support that contributes to student persistence (e.g. enrollment into the second semester and the second year). Assists in the planning, development and implementation of a first year and undeclared advising program that supports successful University transitions, student engagement and cross-unit and cross-division collaborations, driven by individualized interactions that connect students to the appropriate campus services and resources. Interprets and explains academic and administrative University policies and processes to first year and undeclared students. Advises and counsels prospective and current students and arranges for referrals to University support services. Uses professional concepts to provide prescriptive advice, working independently on issues that are straightforward and/or have clear guidelines. May supervise student workers.

Qualifications

* Bachelor s degree and one year of progressively responsible related experience, or equivalent experience/training required.

* Masters degree or equivalent in higher education, counseling or student affairs preferred.

* Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques that support the success of first year and undeclared students required.

* Ability to understand and interpret University policies, procedures and requirements required.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including active listening required.

* Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving required.

* Experience with common University-specific computer application programs required.

* Ability to multi-task required.

Background Check

Background check and fingerprinting may be required.

Policy Statement

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/

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