College Advisor (Student Services Professional II) Position Available In Vernon, Louisiana

College Advisor (Student Services Professional II)
California State University, Fullerton, United States
about 3 hours ago

Location:

Fullerton, LOUISIANA

Deadline:

22 May 2025
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:

Welcome to the Undeclared and Academic Advising Center (UAAC) We support all undergraduate students at Cal State Fullerton and our goal is to empower students to seek support and take the lead throughout their academic journey. 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. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as the College 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 Director of Academic Advising, the College Advisor will provide comprehensive, relational, and holistic academic advising to undergraduate students. As a team member of the Cal State Fullerton’s academic advising community, the Advisor will support all students to be successful in navigating their academic journey, starting at matriculation through graduation. The College Advisor will strive to create and promote a positive university experience for each student, and support in achieving Cal State Fullerton’s commitment to student success.
The College Advisor cultivates a strong understanding of student development, student support, and student success to effectively communicate with students in the rapidly changing communication environment. Leveraging comprehensive, relational, and holistic academic advising strategies to students with diverse experiences, the College Advisor assists in the implementation and personal delivery of various academic advising programs and strategies. Advocates for the advising needs of students that contribute to their successful enrollment, engagement, and completion of their educational goals.
The College Advisor will also serve as a member of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) academic advising team, and in collaboration with faculty and Chairs in HSS, will participate in learning activities, particularly in the areas of inclusive and equitable practices for student success. Engages in professional development and lifelong learning of knowledge and skills in academic advising, tools, technologies, and best practices. To translate and student success strategies, the College Advisor will establish working relationships with academic departments, colleges, university services, programs, offices, and all advising teams for the purpose of creating a seamless university advising environment. Conducting all actions with exceptional student service, the College advisor will seek to identify core challenges, propose solutions, and effectively communicate with staff, students, and academic leaders as appropriate. Develops and implements campaigns designed to increase retention, reduce equity gaps, and facilitate progress toward the degree. Using basic interviewing and counseling techniques, delivers effective and compassionate assistance to students on academic notice or experiencing other academic and personal challenges. Accesses and maintains a student tracking database and utilizes campus advising and data analytic tools to support advising and outreach efforts. Reports on students supported, challenges experienced, and overall outcomes. Other duties as assigned.