Academic Counselor

Job Opening ID: 65754
Reports To: Director, Academic Counselor
Working Title: Academic Counselor
Department: SOH DO Undergraduate
Bargaining Unit: 99
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 004544
Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F
Employee Class: Career

 

Position Summary:
 
The UCI School of Humanities is home to 22 majors and 39 minors that span global cultural and historical studies; languages, literature and media; human dimensions of science and technology; and philosophy and critical theory. The Office of Undergraduate Study (OUS), housed in the School of Humanities, is comprised of a dynamic team of academic advisors dedicated to providing outstanding guidance and support to approximately 2,000 undergraduate students pursuing Humanities majors. The OUS team provides academic advising and administrative services to majors and prospective majors, coordinates and delivers new student advising, certifies degrees upon completion of all requirements, and oversees specific programs within the School (Humanities Mentor Program, Humanities Honors Program, Humanities House).
 
As a student services professional, the incumbent will independently advise students via scheduled one-on-one appointments, during drop-in advising, over email, over online chat, and at the front desk; and will provide the full range of student services within the School of Humanities Office of Undergraduate Study. Responsibilities include: providing prescriptive advice and assistance to students on academic/degree progress and major requirements; monitoring and evaluating students’ completion of academic/degree requirements; assisting students in determining a major and reviewing change of major applications; reviewing graduation applications and certifying degree completion; advising on moderately complex issues such as multiple degrees, and withdrawal from/readmission to the University; counseling students involved in disciplinary or probationary cases, and advising on procedures, options, and possible outcomes. Receives assistance on more complex issues.

 

Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits .

 

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $24.71 – $33.29 (Hourly Rate). The Full Salary Range for the salary grade this position is assigned to is $24.71 – $41.86 (Hourly Rate).

 

Department Website:

https://www.humanities.uci.edu/undergrad
 

Required:
 

• 1-3 years’ related work experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Basic knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem-solving.
• Ability to multi-task. Abilities in problem identification, reasoning, ability to develop original idea to solve problems.
• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills, including active listening.
  

Preferred:
 

• Knowledge of departmental/school/college courses and majors.
• Knowledge of department/school/college policies, procedures, and requirements.
  

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page – https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected]