Graduate Advisor

Job Posting Details (External)

Position Number:

Payroll

Title:

STDT ACAD ADVISOR 2 SV (005140)

Job Code: 005140

Job Open Date: 2/9/2026

Application Review Begins: 2/25/2026

Department Code (Name): COMS (COMPUTER SCIENCE)

Percentage of Time: 100

Union Code (Name): SV - Student Services and Advising Professionals

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff:
Career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS

Salary Grade: STEPS

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $25.77 to $31.48/hour. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $25.77 to $43.58/hour.

Work Location: Harold Frank Hall 2112

Working Days and

Hours:

M-F, 8am-5pm

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations) after probation

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Computer Science is a medium-sized department, with 40 faculty, 195 graduate and 600 undergraduate students. Since its founding in 1979, the department has climbed rapidly in reputation and influence. The most recent ranking by the National Research Council (NRC) places the department among the top 10 in the country. Our faculty have received highest honors and awards from professional societies, including membership in the National Academy of Engineering, and Fellowships of ACM, IEEE, and SIAM.

Four of our young colleagues have been included in MIT's TR35 list of top innovators under the age of 35.

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Under the general supervision of the Student Affairs Manager (SAM) and in cooperation with the Undergraduate Advising team, supports all aspects of the Computer Science graduate program. Coordinates and manages the graduate admissions program, advises approximately 200 graduate students and 600 undergraduate students on a wide variety of issues, including requirements for graduate admissions, program requirements and options, grades, courses, financial aid, petitions, leaves, exam schedules, housing, cost of living, community issues, employment, and other personal and academic issues related to their welfare.

Position requires extensive knowledge of University and Graduate Division policies and procedures regarding graduate and undergraduate student affairs, and requires the ability to interpret regulations from various administrative offices to students and faculty. Displays extensive teamwork and cooperation in the performance of the position's duties within the Student Affairs Area by assisting with the on-going workload and acting independently when the Student Affairs Manager and Undergraduate Advisors are unavailable.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience/training
• 1-3 years Experience working in a diverse College-level academic advising setting
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in conjunction with multiple deadlines
• Ability in problem identification, reasoning, and develop original ideas to solve problems
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening and the ability to professionally interact with students, staff, and faculty
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality

• Knowledge of UCSB academic processes, policies, procedures and requirements

• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

As a condition of…