Academic Advisor

Job Summary

The Academic Advisor, under the general supervision of the Director of COB Center for Student Success, advises undergraduate students regarding COB’s academic requirements for successful completion of their degree as well as university academic requirements, policies, and procedures. The Academic Advisor provides critical support for programs and initiatives designed to strengthen the academic success and retention of COB’s undergraduate students.

• Independently advises undergraduate students about academic requirements.
• Assists senior-level staff members with maintenance duties of existing programs.
• Assists senior-level staff members with training of new advisors.
• Serves as a COB referral source for other college and student group advising units, the Learning Assistance Center, Counseling and Psychological Services, Career Development Center, and other academic and student service offices on campus.

• Hiring Range: $5,083 - $5,348 per month, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,083 - $7,228 per month.

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year, 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, 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.

Proven experience working with students, parents, faculty, and staff. Demonstrates proficiency in computer skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.). Exhibits strong interpersonal skills, a professional demeanor, and a team‑player attitude. Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates strong organizational skills, prioritizes responsibilities, and meets project deadlines. Exhibits strong critical and creative thinking skills, sound decision‑making, and objectivity. Able to work flexible hours, including evenings, is desired.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including safety, civility, information security, and non‑discrimination policies.

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a related field and two years of professional experience in a student services program area.
• Demonstrated experience in academic advising in a college or vocational setting is preferred.

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

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, and CSU’s nondiscrimination policy.

Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in any university programs, policies, or practices are prohibited.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions regarding access or requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact StaffHR-Accommodations.

California State University, Long Beach requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California, and prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU‑related work outside the state.