Academic Advisor

Berkeley, CA, United States

About Berkeley

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Departmental Overview

The Athletic Study Center (ASC) provides advising and tutorial services to approximately 900 student athletes in 27 sports at the University of California at Berkeley. The ASC, located in the Division of Undergraduate Education, employs 17 full time employees and 60-80 part time employees (primarily tutors). The Athletic Study Center supports student athletes in developing as independent, self-reliant and successful young adults by encouraging them to integrate, participate, and become vested members in the academic community.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 7/5/2024

Responsibilities

The Academic Advisor of Revenue Sports, serves both as an Academic Advisor as well as an experienced administrative coordinator of advising services for the Athletic Study Center. The Academic Advisor works closely with the Assistant Director of Academic Advising to plan, coordinate, and implement consistent advising services across all Advisors and athletic teams.

In addition to the administrative functions, this role advises a complex caseload of student athletes on academic program policies and issues, monitors student academic progress, and assists students in making appropriate educational choices and decisions.

Coordinates the provision of in-depth academic advising services to student athletes, particularly the high profile members of the football and men's and women's basketball teams. Troubleshoots problems with faculty, coaches and other campus constituents.

Applies advanced academic advising concepts and experience, identifies and refers for resolution student issues/grievances such as alleged discrimination, complex grade dispute issues, and students' personal crises.Analyzes the consequences of departmental/school/college academic policies and recommends new or changed policies.

Determines barriers, distractions, and complications affecting a student's academic success, helps students recognize these key non-academic issues, and makes appropriate referrals for counseling and/or assistance from other units.

Works closely with Academic Support Coordinator and Academic Development Coordinators to oversee students who may be academically and/or institutionally vulnerable.

Coordinates and organizes regularly occurring advising processes and communications for the entire team of Academic Advisors (includes meeting agendas, email communications, travel letters, exam proctoring).

Maintains academic progress records of students as appropriate and provides academic status reports to coaches to keep them apprised of critical issues, policies, procedures and academic deadlines.

Assists in recruiting and admissions of new student athletes to campus; this includes meeting with prospective student athletes and their parents and attending recruiting events. Helps determine course articulation with other educational institutions and develops academic plans for institutionally vulnerable students.

Advises student athletes, coaches, and staff on athletic eligibility requirements, particularly as it pertains to NCAA and Pac12 Conference rules and regulations.

Works with Assistant Director to run reports and review metrics to assist in holding academic advising staff accountable in meeting required benchmarks.

May serve as lead advisor at the Student Athlete High Performance Center location. Works with the Advising team to coordinate the training and onboarding process for new Academic Advising staff..

Required Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of advising and counseling techniques, knowledge of multiple majors, colleges, & schools.

Thorough knowledge of college/school policies, procedures, and requirements.

Thorough knowledge of department/college/school precedents and application of policy.

Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations pertaining to initial and continuing eligibility, the Academic Progress Rate (APR), Graduation Success Rate (GSR) and federal graduation rates.

Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Abilities in problem identification, reasoning, ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.

Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem-solving, and project management.

Ability to multi-task.

Ability to clearly communicate complex information both verbally and in written form.

Thorough knowledge of FERPA regulations and working with confidential student information.

Education and Training

Bachelor's Degree in a related field and/or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Degree in Education or related field preferred.

Salary & Benefits

This is a Contract position with full benefits that ends 2 years from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension.

Exempt and paid monthly.

This position is eligible for up to 20% remote work.

This is not a visa opportunity.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $70,000 - $85,000 annually.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California 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, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

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