EOP Academic Advisor

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Work type: Staff
Location: Humboldt
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time, Education Support Professionals, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Educational Opportunity Program

Job #553410

Close Date:
January 16th, 2026

Founded in 1913, Cal Poly Humboldt began as a small college for teachers. Today Humboldt has grown into a comprehensive university with rigorous science and liberal arts programs. Designated a polytechnic in 2022, Cal Poly Humboldt provides hands‑on, impactful educational opportunities that lead to meaningful, measurable outcomes for the individual, for the state, and the world.

Cal Poly Humboldt is proud to have more than 6,000 students of all backgrounds spread across 61 majors, 13 graduate programs, and 4 credential programs — all of whom contribute passion and creativity within their fields and set the stage for a future grounded in equity and sustainability. Hands‑on learning, inspired teaching, ground‑breaking research, and thought‑provoking creative activity happen daily at Humboldt.

Finding a better future is a task for the bold and open, the down‑to‑earth and visionary. Cal Poly Humboldt strives to cultivate these qualities in leaders, innovators, and scholars in every field.

553410, SSP IB - II, EOP Academic Advisor, Salary Range:$5,083 - $7,228 Hiring Range: $4,482 – $ 6,342. This is a full‑time, benefited, exempt, 12‑month position with a one‑year probationary period. This position comes with a benefits package that includes vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre‑tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 14 paid holidays per year.

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The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) incumbent advises non‑traditional students (limited income, first‑generation) who are eligible for EOP, assesses the need for academic support services, and monitors the progress of an assigned caseload of students. The incumbent works closely with faculty and other university offices to accomplish program goals.

Provides advisement to students who need financial, career, academic, and personal

advising services. Assists students in choosing, pursuing, or adjusting to suitable educational and vocational goals. Provides detailed information on academic policies and regulations, general education requirements, graduation requirements, and academic support services. Assesses the eligibility of entering students for program services and provides information on eligibility requirements

Must have knowledge of principles and practices of academic and financial aid advising. Must have general knowledge of university services and other resources, especially those frequently utilized by the target population. Must demonstrate ability to interpret and apply regulations, policies, and procedures; must be able to communicate effectively with a diverse population both verbally and in writing. Additional consideration is given to applicants who have overcome barriers similar to those confronting program participants.

Demonstrated experience in helping students from a diverse range of cultural and economic backgrounds, and have knowledge of issues facing non‑traditional college students.

Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from a four‑year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job‑related field. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

Education:

Equivalent to graduation from a…