Graduate Advisor (Student Services Professional II)

Job Title

Graduate Advisor

Classification

Student Services Professional II

AutoReqId

546674

Department

Dean’s Office, College of Business and Economics

Division

College of Business and Economics

Salary Range

Classification Range $5,083 - $7,228 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $5,083 - $5,619 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in 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 Cal State 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, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

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 various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

The College of Business and Economics is committed to leading business education through the guiding principles of program quality, balancing theory and practice, and expanding our outreach and visibility. We create positive change by leveraging the curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit and diversity of our students. We inspire our students and other partners to transform the workforce through innovative, impactful instruction and research. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Graduate Advisor (Student Services Professional II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under general supervision of the Senior Assistant Director of Graduate Business Programs and the Executive Director of Graduate Programs and Non-Degree Programs, the Graduate Advisor provides academic advising and student support to graduate students in the College of Business and Economics (CBE) Grad Programs. Serves as an academic advisor for all Graduate Programs students, advising newly admitted and continuing students on prerequisites, course waivers, degree requirements, course selection, evaluation of transcripts, and general university policy and procedures. Advises students on or at risk of academic probation. Coordinates student success initiatives. Oversees the processing of digital welcome packets. Processes classifications and review and process graduation checks for current students. Obtains the approval and required signatures for petitions and documents for the CBE Graduate Program. Coordinates and participates in special programs, retention activities, and new student orientations/seminars including projects associated with student success. Oversees the development and process of programs for the newly admitted students as they transition into the program.

The Graduate Advisor assists with internships and works in collaboration with the Study Abroad program. Responsible for developing, updating, and training on the paperless process through Sales force. Responsible for updating and tracking student-advising communications each semester. Trains and oversees student workers while keeping training documents up to date. Assists the Senior Assistant Director of Graduate Business Programs with situations such as scheduling conflicts, course replacements, and grading issues. Collaborates with Scheduling to correct any issues with course sections, notifying Scheduling of mistakes in order to ensure successful student registration. Provides support to the Senior Assistant Director of Graduate Programs as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Bachel