SSHA Student Academic Advisor ; Hybrid

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 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, 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 salary or hourly range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $24.29/hr - $28.37/hr.

This posting will remain open until filled with initial applicant review expected to be on or around March 30, 2026.

Onsite 5 days per week on campus, it will then move to 4 days on campus and 1 day remote after successful completion of their first 3 months. With successful completion of the full probation period work modality will be 3 days on campus and 2 days remote
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This position is career contingent upon funding with an expected end date of 6/30/2027.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution.

With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care.

The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Student Services, and in conjunction with other Academic Advisors within the School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts (SSHA), the Academic Advisor provides academic advising for prospective and current students in the School's programs. Works closely with faculty in the planning, development, and implementation of a comprehensive advising program for students within the Economics and Management and Business Economics majors/minors.

Interprets and explains University and School policies and procedures relevant to undergraduate programs. Advises faculty and management on a variety of student issues/challenges. Works with SSHA management to recommend changes to policies, practices, and procedures as they apply and impact students. Provides a welcoming atmosphere for students in the School and directs them to appropriate University resources. Advises and counsels individuals with unique and/or confidential problems and arranges for specialized help for students as needed through other support services within the University.

Applies professional concepts in providing advice and assistance to students on academic and degree progress, including requirements for the major/School/University, alternative academic options, and promotion of degree completion within university policy.

Advises on issues varying in complexity such as multiple degrees, reinstatements or withdrawals from the University. Identifies students with GPA or progress problems, advises students, and recommends appropriate courses of action by the major or School (e.g., academic probation, dismissal, Normal Progress Policy). Determines barriers, distractions, and complications affecting a student's academic success, helps students recognize the key non-academic issues and makes appropriate referrals for additional counseling and/or assistance from other non-academic units.

Determines transferability and applicability of non-UC courses and/or courses of the organization within or outside of the department that may affect ongoing requirements.

Works collaboratively across campus; represents School on campus committees, such as Subject to Academic Dismissal committee, campus-wide Mid‑Semester Grade…