Undergraduate Academic Advisor

Job Summary

The Undergraduate Academic Advisor, under the general supervision of the College of the Art's (COTA) Director of Academic Advising and Lead Advisors, and in consultation with department chair(s), advises undergraduate students on academic requirements, policies, and procedures. The advisor also supports programs and initiatives to enhance the academic success and retention of COTA's undergraduate students.

• Educate and advise students on their academic requirements.
• Assist with the implementation of admissions, advising, and enrollment policies and processes.
• Assist with day‑to‑day coordination of the academic advising program.
• Serve as a source of referral for academic and student support services.

• Equivalent to graduation from a four‑year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a related job‑related field.
• Additional specialized experience may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field.
• A master’s degree in a job‑related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience.
• Academic advising experience in a higher education setting is preferred.

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year, 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

Slender work – Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects (10 pounds or less).

Background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy.

We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR‑Accommodations .