Doctoral Program Advisor
(Student Services Professional II) Compensation and BenefitsAnticipated Hiring Salary Range: $4,610 - $4,750 per month
Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,610 - $6,556 per month
- This is a full-time, probationary, exempt position.
- Positions at Fresno State are to perform their work onsite. Some positions, depending upon University needs and operations, may be eligible for remote work, one day per week, pursuant to Fresno State's remote work guidelines and the CSU policy.
The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here .
Job Summary The Doctoral Program Advisor (SSP II) performs student services work characterized by program support and student advising in individual and group settings. The position requires the application of a high degree of judgment and professional competencies gained through graduate studies and advanced professional training in higher education or student affairs leadership. Under the general supervision of the Director of the Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership in the Kremen School of Education and Human Development, the incumbent will work to recognize program needs and develop approaches to implement comprehensive program and student-level analyses and assessments including, but not limited to admissions trends, advising, enrollment, graduation, employment, and recruitment of prospective students. Additionally, this position provides comprehensive in-person and online recruitment and advising services to prospective and matriculated students in the Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership. This position designs and implements events and activities for matriculated doctoral students, communicates programmatic policies and curriculum requirements, and provides timely coursework advising for completion of all doctoral degree requirements. The Doctoral Program Advisor manages the doctoral program’s website and social media accounts, creates photo and video content for strategic communications, and maintains alumni, applicant, and student databases to help meet the graduate enrollment goals of the university.
The purpose of these services and activities is to assist doctoral students in making successful progress toward degree completion. Such services and activities may include providing information and guidance to students; coordinating and administering programs, events, and projects; advocating the needs of students to university administrators, faculty and staff; and providing support and assistance to students facing a variety of problems, questions, and challenges.
Key Qualifications - Work with students who may disclose sensitive and personal information in an understanding and supportive manner.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of student records and apply federal and state FERPA and Information Privacy Act regulations.
- Interpret and apply program rules and regulations.
- Initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements.
- Obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews.
- Reason logically and carry out a variety of professionally complex assignments successfully.
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Education and 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 and two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a 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.
- A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience
Deadline & Application Instructions Applications received by
February 23, 2024 will be given full consideration by the search committee.
- Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.
Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.
Fresno State California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.
Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.
Equal Employment Opportunity Information California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
COVID19 Vaccination Policy Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu .
Supplemental Information Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.
Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.
Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)
Advertised: Feb 09 2024 Pacific Standard Time
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