Job Title

Associate Director of Academic Advising

Classification

Administrator I

AutoReqId

552746

Department

Undeclared and Academic Advising

Division

Vice President, Academic Affairs

Salary Range

Classification Range $4,135 - $12,288 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $7,000 - $8,500 per month)

Appointment Type

At-Will

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, Cal State Fullerton was founded in 1957 and has grown to serve more than 43,000 students. As a leading campus of the California State University system, the University serves as both an intellectual and cultural hub for the region and a driving force in workforce and economic development.

We are dedicated to student success through innovative, high-impact educational experiences and robust support programs. Equally, we invest in the growth of our staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training opportunities, and ongoing professional development.

As a member of the Titan Community, you’ll have access to a wide range of campus resources and experiences—including the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden, cultural performances at the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Titan Athletics events, the Titan Recreation Center, and our 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: 

Welcome to the Undeclared and Academic Advising Center (UAAC). We support all undergraduate students at Cal State Fullerton, (CSUF) and our goal is to empower students to seek support and take the lead throughout their academic journey. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our Academic Advising leadership team as the Associate Director of Academic Advising (Administrator I), leading and mentoring the college-based advising teams, including the Undeclared and the Academic Advising Center. The Associate Director of Academic Advising will lead the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) and College of Natural Science and Mathematics (NSM) Academic Advising Teams focusing on delivering equitable, top-notch advising for all new and continuing students. 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 inclusive assets, needs, and backgrounds. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

In conjunction with Advising senior leadership and college leadership, the Associate Director of Academic Advising will ensure all students will be successful in navigating their academic journey, starting at matriculation through graduation. The Cal State Fullerton academic advising enterprise is a critical unit in the university's objective to eliminate inequities in student success outcomes. Further, the Associate Director of Academic Advising will partner with colleagues to lead the execution and implementation of student success initiatives and strategies of the university. Oversees the advisors and practices in the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) and College of Natural Science and Mathematics (NSM) Academic Advising Teams as well as college-specific advising related campaigns.

In addition, the Associate Director of Academic Advising with the Academic Success and Transfer Advising portfolio leads and manages campus-wide advising programs related to students’ academic success and transfer success and oversees staffs in these programs, such as the Academic Success coaches in the Academic Success Advising Program, Transfer Success Advising Specialists in the Transfer Advising Program, and the RESET Academic Notice Program Coordinator for the campus-wide RESET Academic Notice program. The Associate Director of Academic Advising collaborates with university and college leaders across divisions (e.g., Student Affairs, IT, etc.) to lead and execute programs and initiatives that promote transfer success, such as the Flexible Transfer Pathways Program with community colleges, Chancellor’s Office Transfer Success Pathways Program, and the Aspen CSUF-Fullerton College Transfer Program.

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Associate Director collaborates with college advising directors, Associate Deans, college Advising Team members, faculty academic advisors, and other advising/counseling professionals to execute and implement strategic interventions, programs, and initiatives so that all students will achieve their goals to succeed academically and personally. In supervising professional academic advising staff members in the campus-wide advising programs, the Associate Director of Academic Advising is responsible for the development of the professional advising staff. Other duties as assigned.

Inclusive Leadership Statement

Inclusive Leadership Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable:

• What does inclusive leadership mean to you.

• A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective.

• A description of how issues of inclusivity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in higher education leadership, college student development, or a related field. A minimum of five years of increasing coordinator and/or managerial responsibilities in a higher education environment. Strong understanding and experience in contributing to complex, dynamic academic advising and/or student success programs in Minority Serving Institutions (e.g., Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs)), and/or in programs designed to advance the academic success of first-generation and underrepresented students. Demonstrated exemplary professionalism—including appropriate confidentiality—commitment to equity and inclusion, lifelong learning, and self-professional development. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage various audiences across multiple communication channels, and to develop and deliver presentations. Ability to lead and manage multiple projects while prioritizing both short- and long-term goals in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate in a related field from an accredited institution. Knowledge of advising multiple majors, colleges, and schools, with familiarity in professional and global industry advising standards and best practices. Proven skill in evaluating academic records, along with knowledge of academic program administration and career counseling principles. Experience with data analytics and technology tools as they relate to planning, data-driven program development, and assessment—such as Navigate360 (EAB), Tableau, Canvas, and PeopleSoft. Skilled in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments. Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates a spirit of teamwork and adaptability to change, fostering a cooperative environment. Ability to select, supervise, and train both represented and non-represented staff, including organizing, prioritizing, scheduling work assignments, and assessing performance. Knowledge of educational theory and principles, and experience in the practical application of advising techniques. Familiarity with research-based evidence and frameworks regarding the trajectories and experiences of underrepresented students in higher education.

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).