Advisor and Transfer Recruitment Coordinator

Advisor and Transfer Recruitment Coordinator

Under general direction from the Director of the University Honors Program (UHP), and in collaboration with the UHP Program Coordinator and the other UHP Advisor, the incumbent works with program leadership and campus partners to: develop and implement group and individual advising; participate in the quarterly Research Preparation Workshop Series; lead Transfer admissions, recruitment, and orientation; facilitate experiential learning opportunities for UHP students (such as independent study courses, internships, service learning, etc.);

promote and sustain alumni engagement via networking events with current students; plan then lead recognition and connection events such as the Spring Banquet (ceremony recognizing graduating students) and “warm-up” presentation event for students presenting at the UC Davis Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, & Creative Activities Conference.

Provides UHP leadership with research on best practices in and assessment of advising, undergraduate research, and alumni engagement to inform programmatic decisions. Works with the Undergraduate Admissions, Prestigious Scholarships, Student Affairs, the Colleges, and others, on prospective and incoming Transfer student outreach. Coordinates with the other program advisor to build community across all years in UHP and with a focus on expanding and cultivating a robust and engaged UHP community beyond graduation.

Apply By Date:
April 27, 2026 at 11:59pm

• Bachelor's degree in Academic Advising, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs/Services, Student Development, Counseling, or an equivalent discipline (e.g. human development, cultural/ethnic studies, psychology, or sociology) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience developing, organizing, and implementing educational programs, workshops or seminars to enhance student development and retentions of underrepresented students.
• Experience maintaining confidentiality of student records and applying federal and state FERPA and Information Privacy Act regulations.
• Advance knowledge of and experience in counseling and guidance techniques; skills to advise students and to help them resolve academic, social and emotional problems and to make appropriate and sensitive referrals. Understanding of academic needs and concerns of students from diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds in higher educational settings.
• Oral and written communication skills to effectively interpret and advise students, faculty, staff, and the public on policies, procedures, and requirements established by the University and various campus administrative offices, and honors program.
• Flexibility to contribute as part of a team and to expand position responsibilities in the face of changing priorities in a complex and diverse environment.

• Demonstrated experience and application in student development theory and critical theory related to social issues encountered by diverse college students. Skills to research constructs and emerging trends, nationally, in academic advising, academic and career program development, and implementation and evaluation.
• Organizational skills and experience with project management to identify priorities while under pressure to meet strict deadlines, with numerous parties, and in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent planning and execution skills to implement programs for large populations.
• Interpersonal skills to listen without judgment, interact positively and cooperatively with students, faculty, administrators, staff and the general public, including those from diverse backgrounds.
• Exceptional computer skills to manage various computer software and database systems (e.g., Word, Excel, Adobe, OASIS, MyDegree, Canvas, etc.). Skills to teach and explain tasks clearly and concisely, give clear instructions and evaluate work done by someone else.
• Skills to teach and explain tasks clearly and concisely, give clear instructions and evaluate work done by someone else.

• 60% - Academic Advising & Counseling
• 20% - Program Management
• 10%…