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College Advisor (5155C), Rausser College of Natural Resources 86932
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University of California Berkeley
Berkeley, CA (In Person)
$66,850 Salary, Full-Time
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College Advisor (5155C), Rausser College of Natural Resources 86932 University of California Berkeley - 4.2 Berkeley, CA Job Details Full-time $26.92 - $34.08 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Leadership training provided Career development plan Qualifications Computer operation Cultural competency Computer skills Full Job Description College Advisor (5155C), Rausser College of Natural Resources 86932 About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty, and staff. As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic, and social value. We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan . At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley. Departmental Overview The Rausser College of Natural Resources is composed of four academic departments and a graduate group (Agricultural & Resource Economics; Environmental Science, Policy & Management; Metabolic Biology & Nutrition, Plant and Microbial Biology; and the Energy & Resources Group) offering 9 undergraduate majors and 9 minors in diverse areas of natural social sciences with an undergraduate enrollment ~2400 students. Undergraduate advising for all College programs is provided by the Office of Instruction & Student Affairs which incorporates major and College advising in the same unit for one cohesive, proactive advising structure. Position Summary The position involves a wide range of student services duties and responsibilities for an academic department/school/college or organization. Provides assistance to the dean/chair, faculty, and students in academic advising, recruitment, admissions, student orientation and events, career counseling, and related programs. This open position is responsible for advising students in the Environmental Sciences major. Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is: July 1, 2026. For full consideration, please apply on or before the first review date. Responsibilities Academic Advising (75%): Apply professional student services concepts to support undergraduates in identifying, defining, and obtaining their educational goals. Advise students on majors and preparation for careers and graduate work. Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of College and University policies, rules, and regulations. Through schedule advising appointments, drop-in advising hours, email communications, workshops, and presentations, engage and build relationships with students to maximize their experience at UC Berkeley. Empower students through holistic, high-touch, collaborative advising to achieve their own definition of academic and personal success. Advise students on a wide range of course possibilities and ways to complete complicated degree requirements. Educate students on the full range of academic and nonacademic opportunities, such as study abroad, internships, undergraduate research, scholarships, and extracurricular activities. Highlight Rausser College opportunities, such as the Sponsored Program for Undergraduate Research (SPUR), Summer Internship Grant, Peer Advising Leadership Program, Honor Research Program, and Conference Grant. Assess and monitor students' academic progress to ensure timely declaration of major, adherence to College policies, and advancement to degree. Duties include but are not limited to tracking academic progress in CalCentral's Academic Progress Report, placing registration holds as needed, explaining registration and enrollment procedures and policies, supporting students under Academic Review after their student status is no longer in "Good Standing," reviewing petitions for exception to College policies or major requirements, and verifying completion of degree requirements. Counsel students experiencing complex problems resulting in academic and personal difficulties. Collaborate with students to identify barriers contributing to academic decline and/or disengagement as well as personal strengths and community resources to overcome those obstacles. Provide referrals to campus partners as needed, such as Counseling and Psychological Services, Disabled Students Program, Path to Care, Student Learning Center, Educational Opportunity Program, and Basic Needs Center. Internal and External Relations (10%): Serve as a representative of the Rausser College Office of Instruction & Student Affairs and provide information, clarification, and interpretation of College policy. Collaborate with other university offices (e.g. Admissions, Registrar, University Health Services, Disabled Students Program, New Student Services, Financial Aid and Scholarships, Summer Session) and consult and refer students experiencing academic, financial, and personal difficulties. Assist in joint ventures with campus partners and external groups, such as community colleges. Participate in special programs and projects directly related to the mission of the office. Student Services Support (10%): Provide assistance and support to Senior Advisors, Assistant Director, and Assistant Dean on high-profile events such as Golden Bear Orientation, Cal Day, and Commencement and student services programming such as the Honors Symposium, Research Showcase, ES Symposium, and Peer Advisor Leadership training. Professional Development (5%): Maintains and updates working knowledge of advising, counseling, student affairs administration by participating in campus organizations, networking with peers, and attending professional association meetings. Trains through appropriate classes and workshops related to advising, counseling, student affairs, and university requirements. Required Qualifications Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. Knowledge of and/or ability to learn University-specific computer application programs and pertinent databases. Ability to multitask; verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Multicultural competencies; ability to work with diverse populations. Ability in problem identification and reasoning. Skills in service orientation, organization, active listening, and critical thinking. Knowledge of and/or ability to learn University processes and procedures. Knowledge of and/or ability to understand University rules and regulations. Basic computer skills.