STDT ACAD ADVISOR 3 (Academic Advisor)

Department Purpose

The UAP unit is housed in the CA&ES Dean’s Office led by the Associate Dean of UAP. The unit has overall responsibility for creating strategy and managing implementation of undergraduate outreach and recruitment activities, student leadership opportunities, academic advising, and student oriented events within the college (i.e. orientation, welcome week activities, Aggie Ambassadors, Peer Advising, Coffee with the Dean, Study Breaks, Pizza with the Counselors, commencement, etc.). The unit’s scope of responsibility is college-wide, extending to support student success work in the departments and divisions administered by the college. This position serves as one of 17 UAP staff providing support for approximately 7000 undergraduates in the College.

UAP is tasked to administer undergraduate degree-granting programs in the college. This includes the design and delivery of academic advising and educational enhancement programs for students; serving as a primary information resource for students, faculty, and staff and the general public; interpreting, analyzing and implementing a wide variety of Academic Senate regulations and administrative policies in evaluating student petitions, assessing individual academic performance and progress toward satisfaction of degree requirements; making decisions on academic disqualification from the University and readmission; analyzing and authorizing baccalaureate degree certification; and consulting for and coordinating the operation of the faculty governance system of the college. UAP monitors the progress and advises students from matriculation through graduation.

UAP Mission Statement: Undergraduate Academic Programs (UAP) in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences invests in students holistically from recruitment to graduation with strategic

outreach, thoughtful advising, and innovative programming

experiences. UAP supports and challenges students to develop meaningful connections and build community while empowering them to achieve their educational goals.

UAP uses inclusive and collaborative approaches to immerse students in the college’s mission to understand agricultural, environmental, and social sustainability through research, education, and

public engagement opportunities.

UAP Values:

Diversity: We recognize that our student population has varied backgrounds, academic interests, and post-graduation goals. We seek to empower each student to uniquely contribute to our college and university.

Innovation: Excellence in student learning and research motivates staff and faculty to continually challenge and reevaluate existing advising practices. We understand that advising should be dynamic and individualized, in order to best serve our student population.

Respect: We are committed to creating an inclusive advising environment, so students feel comfortable asking questions and engaging in dialogue with their advisors.

Integrity: Advisors provide students with intentional, accurate advising. Students are expected to synthesize information by thinking critically and making educated decisions.

Awareness: We create an advising experience in which advisors are aware of students’ academic, mental, and physical health. By maintaining campus partnerships, advisors direct students to available resources to meet varying needs.
The unit values a shared leadership framework where teamwork and collaboration are integral to providing holistic services to CA&ES undergraduates.

Job Summary            

Under general supervision of the Director of Undergraduate Academic Programs, provide in-depth, wide-ranging and complex academic advising and holistic services to CA&ES undergraduates. Serve as an experienced and expert resource for and provide leadership to Undergraduate Academic Programs (UAP) colleagues, departmental academic advisers, and campus partners on a wide variety of policy implementation guidelines.

Provide advice and guidance to the Chairs and members of college faculty governance committees in managing undergraduate education in the college and/or develop and direct college-wide or campus-wide programs.

Interpret and apply complex Academic Senate, college and campus academic and administrative regulations and policies associated broadly with undergraduate education and advising. Collaborate with the Associate Dean, Director, and Associate Director in office planning and the development of office policies and procedures designed to optimize the delivery of advising and academic support services.

Represent the college at public forums and responding on behalf of the college to inquiries from the general public. Make decisions on dismissal, readmission, late course actions and other matters of similar import for individual students. Evaluate and officially certify the completion of degree requirements. Share in supervision and training of student Academic Peer Advisers, Aggie Ambassadors, and student assistants.

With a shared leadership approach, collaborate with other UAP staff on projects, programs, and events that serve students from pre-matriculation to post-graduation.

Position Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS          

• Sit at desk and computer for extended periods of time.
• Stoop and reach to retrieve physical files from file shelves at floor level or above.
• Lift/maneuver materials weighing up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

• Subject to DMV Pull Notice System.
• Work flexible schedule and occasional overtime during evenings and weekends to meet business and student needs.
• Occasional travel including overnight stays.
• Work in an area with constant interruptions and noise from office machines, telephones and conversations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Minimum Education/Experience

• B.S./B.A. degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience in holistic advising and counseling approaches and experience with academic policies, procedures, and requirements in a higher education setting; recommending solutions to progression and requirement issues; ability to make proper referrals to campus resources.

• Knowledge of evidence-based advising and student development strategies that advance principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, including experience discussing and engaging in practices, including experience discussing and engaging in practices directly related to equity, inclusion, identity development, diversity, and cultural competency and humility.

• Experience using interpersonal, communication, problem solving and listening skills to identify and document patterns of student academic needs; to develop strategies and programs to successfully meet needs; and to interact and provide guidance to emotionally upset students and parents from all backgrounds.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

• Ability to make decisions independently, manage details of complex projects and processes aligned with strategic priorities from start to finish with minimal direction, and to adapt to constantly shifting priorities and outcomes

• Ability to contribute and lead in a shared leadership model where collaboration, teamwork, and cooperation are emphasized in order to provide high quality student services

• Ability to effectively interact with students and parents from diverse backgrounds, including traditionally underserved and international communities.

Preferred:

Preferred Education/Experience

• Master’s degree in counseling, higher education, student services, advising or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Experience with developing and assessing approaches and programs related to intercultural community-building, belonging, and identity development.

• Experience creating and implementing academic success, undergraduate research, study abroad, student leadership, professional development programs and/or workshops.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

• Organizational and communication skills to facilitate workshops and present in public forums.

• Knowledge of higher education regulations, procedures and academic requirements to provide advice on existing policies and/or regulations and to make suggestions for improvements. Knowledge of policies regarding privacy of information.

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 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.