Data Science Undergraduate Academic Advisor - 129019

University of California, San Diego, United States

Updated: 23 days ago
Location: La Jolla, CALIFORNIA
Deadline: ;

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HDSI is the administrative home for the undergraduate B.S. major and minor in Data Science, and three new graduate programs; Master of Data Science Online, MS in Data Science and PhD in Data Science. The undergraduate program has 1,000+ students across our major and minor programs, and is expected to grow exponentially in the coming years.

Under the general supervision of the Undergraduate Student Affairs Manager, the Data Science Academic Advisor is responsible for a wide scope of functions supporting the multi-disciplinary undergraduate Data Science Program (DSC). The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining the program, the curriculum, the academic policies, and the operational aspects of the program. The incumbent will provide a full range of academic advising, student affairs, curriculum planning, and administrative services to students enrolled in the Data Science Undergraduate Program. Responsibilities include: participating in the short- and long-term planning for the degree program and the curriculum, academic advising and career counseling, student outreach/recruitment, and coordinating department programs and events.

The incumbent is responsible for initiating resolution on problematic petitions and forms; and working closely with the undergraduate colleges, Financial Aid and Scholarships Office, University Extension, International Center, Registrar's Office, Student Business Services and other academic departments. The incumbent participates in the development, planning and implementation of student outreach and retention events with industry, and the creation of informational materials including departmental web pages.

For more information, please visit: https://datascience.ucsd.edu

  • Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

  • Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. Proven experience in effectively counseling college student population to assist them in meeting educational, academic, and career goals.

  • Demonstrated ability to identify issues and information requiring confidentiality (student records, conduct, personnel, etc.), along with related University policies, and the ability to maintain that confidentiality.

  • Knowledge of University processes and procedures. Knowledge of and/or ability to learn, interpret, and apply HDSI and UCSD policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to undergraduate education, admissions, graduation, transfer, and enrollment.

  • Ability to multi-task; verbal and written communication skills. Ability to balance multiple, often conflicting, priorities with deadline constraints and numerous interruptions. Demonstrated ability to successfully follow multiple tasks through to completion. Excellent verbal communication skills. Ability to express verbally one’s position, plan of action, evaluation or interpretations in a professional, concise, and courteous manner. Strong writing skills to independently compose correspondence, informational material, and web page content using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, composition, text editing, and proofreading skills.

  • Demonstrated record management experience. Proven skill in developing and maintaining accurate, organized records, files and filing systems.

    • Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.

    • Overtime and occasional evenings/weekends may be required.

    • The California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act ("CANRA"), Penal Code sections 11164-11174.4) requires certain professionals, known as "mandated reporters", to report known or suspected instances of child abuse or neglect to law enforcement. This position has been identified as a "mandated reporter.


    Pay Transparency Act

    Annual Full Pay Range: $52,100 - $87,900 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

    Hourly Equivalent: $24.95 - $42.10

    Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).


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