ACAD ACHIEVEMENT CNSLR 3 (Academic Success Advisor) Job Listing at University of California in Davis, CA (Job ID 67989)

Description

Job Summary

Department Purpose

The Academic Retention Initiatives (ARI's) at UC Davis aim to improve academic outcomes by amplifying and encouraging historically marginalized student populations through culturally relevant academic programs and resources. SAARI is part of the Student Affairs Academic Retention Initiatives which supports historically underrepresented and underserved scholar communities on campus. The Strategic African American Retention Initiative seeks to provide opportunities for a transformative educational experience at UC Davis for students of the African Diaspora. By engaging students in learning academic self-efficacy, Black Identity exploration and development and community building and engagement, the initiative addresses known societal, cultural and institutional barriers to retention, persistence and graduation. Through data-driven, research-based, decision-making, and collective and individual student experiences, the initiative provides support for academic achievement for all students of the African Diaspora.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of the Strategic African and African American Retention Initiative (SAARI) and the Center for African Diaspora Academic Student Success (CADSS), the Academic Success Advisor position is the subject matter expert regarding all academic advising aspects of SAARI. The Academic Success Advisor will be responsible for providing academic interventions and identity-conscious support using data driven proactive outreach strategies. The Academic Success Advisor will encourage and facilitate student involvement and success in campus life, student organizations, academic excellence, and community engagement. The Academic Success Advisor will organize and provide leadership on all advising functions, confidential issues and materials involving interaction with university administrators, deans and faculty, staff, students, and the general public. In partnership with all academic advising units, the incumbent will work to implement campus-wide academic advising initiatives, Black Diaspora male academic success initiatives, and act as the representative of the unit in discussions with other student- oriented units, including all four undergraduate colleges. The position will support SAARI in providing culturally relevant opportunities in the areas of academic support and intervention, conflict resolution, career development, counseling, and advocacy for the Black Diaspora community on the UC Davis campus.

POSITION INFORMATION

Apply by Date

06/07/2024

Salary Range

$59,200.00/yr. - $106,000.00/yr.

No. of Positions     

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Manager will advise

Location

Davis, CA

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to utilize a computer and other peripheral equipment
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work occasional evenings/nights.
• Work occasional weekends and holidays.
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:           

• Experience advising and counseling students in a University setting including academic planning and course selection techniques, study skills, and policies and procedures.
• Experience assessing high school, community college and university transcripts and accurately calculating course grades and grade point averages, balances and deficiencies. Knowledge of university, college, major, design, general education and NCAA policy requirements and their application to specific programs. Knowledge of transfer admissions criteria and applicability of credit from other institutions; course registration procedures and other information and available forms.
• Experience developing, organizing and implementing educational programs, academic interventions, workshops or seminars to enhance student development and retention within the Black Diaspora student community.
• Experience addressing the financial, emotional, and academic specific needs of Black Diaspora students in an institution of higher learning.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Interpersonal and communication skills to communicate effectively including writing, editing and proofreading skills to clearly and accurately answer correspondence, write reports and develop informational materials.
• Knowledge of Black Diaspora dynamics within a University setting, and the academic environment and pressures encountered by Black Diaspora students at a major research university, and of the personal and social problems commonly encountered by Black Diaspora college students of all backgrounds.
• Knowledge of assessment to evaluate student learning and educational effectiveness.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Knowledge of UC Davis Academic Senate rules and regulations as they apply to undergraduate education including campus administrative reporting deadlines and procedures related to advising and instructional processes.
• Knowledge of UC policies regarding affirmative action and privacy of information.
• Skills to retrieve, correlate, and analyze information for the preparation of reports, schedules, correspondence, etc, utilizing campus data management systems
• Knowledge of evidence based approaches used to enhance student achievement and success.
• Proven skill using effective strategies for designing, planning, and implementing academic and holistic support programs for minoritized and/or first-generation college students.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. 

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.