Graduate Counselor

Job Opening ID: 67568
Reports To: Assistant Manager, Graduate Student Affairs
Working Title: GRADUATE COUNSELOR
Department: ICS DO Student Affairs
Bargaining Unit: 99
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 004574
Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F
Employee Class: Career

 

Position Summary:
 
The Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences (ICS) offers five Master of Science programs, six PhD programs, and four Professional Masters programs. The ICS Graduate Programs Office is a professional student services office aimed at providing high quality counsel to students, faculty, and our programs. We are a collaborative team of experienced student advisors. Our team rises to the challenges and dynamics of working with a diverse, goal oriented graduate population who possess a strong desire to make the most of their experience at ICS and UCI. If you’d like to use your student services skills while working on recruitment events, admissions, orientation activities, fellowships, documentation management, degree certification, budget management, calendaring, international student policies, commencement, among much more, we’re the place for you.
 
Under the supervision of the Graduate Student Affairs Manager, the incumbent performs a full range of academic advising for the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences MS and PhD graduate student populations. Uses skills as a student services professional and provides the full range of student services including recruitment; admissions; Graduate Visit Day; orientation activities; fellowships and financial aid; program management; housing; TA Professional Development Program; documentation management; degree certification; academic process and probation; and commencement. Advises students and resolves student services-related issues on the full range of academic issues while interpreting University and School policies and procedures pertaining to degree requirements, satisfactory progress, deadlines, grade changes, and exceptions. Guidance on issues requiring in-depth knowledge of specialized programs is provided by offices specializing in those fields, e.g., the financial aid office, graduate division, or student learning center, OR by the chair / dean and faculty of the department / school. Works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and other campus departments on issues related to the ICS graduate student population. Some attendance is required at evening and weekend events.
 
Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits .

 
The expected pay range for this recruitment is $24.71 - $29.00 (Hourly Rate). The Full Salary Range for the salary grade this position is assigned to is $24.71 - $41.86 (Hourly Rate).
 
Department Website:

ics.uci.edu

 
Required:
 

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. 
• Ability to multi-task; 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.

 

Preferred:
 

• Knowledge of University-specific computer application programs and pertinent databases.
• Basic knowledge of student immigration and visa processes pertaining to international students and scholars.
• Knowledge of University processes and procedures. Understanding of University rules and regulations.

 

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected]