Director, Bobcat Advising Center; On-site
Listed on 2025-10-28
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Education Administration -
Management
Education Administration
Overview
Job : 82033
Location: Merced
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Hiring Range: The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account factors such as experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The salary range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $95,.
Job Closing Date: This position is 100% on-campus and not approved for alternative work modalities. Initial applicant review will take place on or around November 17, 2025.
About UC MercedThe University of California, Merced is the newest campus in the UC system and an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus that is equipped and staffed as a cutting-edge, 21st century research institution. The campus offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs and engages in strong research and academic partnerships.
UC Merced is ranked among the top public universities and is recognized for social mobility in its region. The campus maintains a focus on sustainability, collaboration with nearby Yosemite National Park, and economic development in the San Joaquin Valley.
About the JobA seasoned advising administrator, the Director of the Bobcat Advising Center (BAC) is responsible for the implementation, delivery, and assessment of undergraduate academic advising services for:
- First-year students in every major
- Undeclared students in every class year
- Lower division undeclared transfers
Responsibilities include oversight and management of programming and professional academic advising staff, fostering student success, cross-unit collaboration, staff development, and policy development for comprehensive advising experiences. The Director works with partners across campus to support student success, ensures adherence to campus systems and processes, and may provide academic advising or referrals as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the BAC operations, coordinate advising services for target student populations, manage center operations and a budget of approximately $1 million, and develop a consistent advising experience campus-wide. Collaborate with campus advising leadership and faculty to identify barriers to student progress and to align advising practices with institutional priorities.
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Supervise professional advisors, address complex student issues, develop and deliver staff training, and manage performance and professional development for staff; may supervise non-academic staff.
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Develop and coordinate initiatives that support enrollment, academic success, and persistence; advise campus partners on communication strategies for first-year and undeclared students; collaborate with campus units to resolve complex cases; support staff in guiding students through enrollment and program decisions.
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Participate in strategic committees and campus/system work groups to inform decisions affecting undergraduate academic advising.
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Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a related field and/or equivalent experience
- Advanced degree in Counseling, Higher Education, Student Affairs or related area (preferred)
- Five years of directly related higher education academic advising experience, including three years of supervisory experience of full-time professional staff
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in advising and student support
- Knowledge of university systems and tools (e.g., Banner, My Degree Path or similar)
- Understanding of university structures and governance
- Knowledge of trends in higher education related to student success and retention
- Ability to interpret academic policies and transfer articulation
- Assessment and data analysis experience to evaluate advising programs
- Understanding of FERPA and student privacy considerations
- Leadership…
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