Academic Advising Director directs the academic advising department, its processes, and its advisors. Works closely with academic advisors to ensure that a proactive and high-quality approach is taken with all students advising needs. Being an Academic Advising Director assists Dean or Associate Dean in the preparation and implementation of department wide goals, procedures, and controls. Analyzes existing goals and programs and recommends improvements. Additionally, Academic Advising Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to the associate dean. The Academic Advising Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be an Academic Advising Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The Division of Physical and Biological Sciences (PBSci) is a global engine of high-impact science and student research experiences. The division provides general science education for all UC Santa Cruz undergraduates, educates undergraduate science and engineering majors, and maintains research and graduate programs of national and international stature. The division comprises departments and programs of study, organized research units, instructional and research programs to attract and retain a diverse population of students, and a variety of support programs and facilities. Physical and Biological Sciences' annual state budget is approximately $45 million with $72 million in extramural research funding.
JOB SUMMARY The Assistant Director of Academic Advising, in coordination with department management, is responsible for the development, management, and evolution of the Science Excellence (Sci-X) program. Sci-X is a new divisional first- and second-year academic advising program. The overarching goal of the program is to create a developmental advising framework for all incoming students (both frosh and transfer) proposed in majors sponsored by departments in the division, with the express goal of ensuring on-time declaration and graduation. Frosh who enter the university officially proposed as Undeclared but who are assigned to an advising cluster associated with majors sponsored in the division will also be part of the program. The Assistant Director of Academic Advising will work with a dedicated team of academic and peer advisors to meet divisional, university, and system-wide goals and initiatives related to retention and on-time graduation. The Assistant Director of Academic Advising is expected to identify systemic problems and issues and propose solutions to management on changes to department policy and procedures. This position provides advice and counsel on academic advising issues to other, experienced academic advisors.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION Budgeted Salary: $79,200 - $90,000/year. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience. Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits Schedule Information:
Employee Classification: Career appointment Job End Date: None Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus Union Representation: Non-Represented Job Code Classification: 004541 (STDT ADVISOR SUPV 2) Travel: Never or Rarely
JOB DUTIES 40% - Administrative/Student Success Programming Coordination and Development
35% - Leadership/Supervision
25% - Advising
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SAFETY STATEMENT All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
EEO/AA The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. |