UHP First- and Second-Year Advisor & Transition Specialist (STDT SVC ADVISOR 3)
 University of California - Davis | |
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, remote work
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 United States, California, Davis | |
 Jun 18, 2025 | |
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Under general direction from the Director of the University Honors Program (UHP), and in collaboration with the Third- and Fourth-Year Academic Advisor, the incumbent works with program leadership and campus partners to: develop and implement recruitment, orientation, and academic advising; honors contracts; mentoring; and community building events amongst First- and Second- Year UHP Students. Provides UHP leadership with research on best practices in and assessment of academic advising, service-learning and leadership development to make programmatic decisions. Works with the UHP Director, UHP Events Coordinator, Undergraduate Admissions, Prestigious Scholarships, the Cross Cultural Center, and others, on prospective and incoming first-year student outreach. Coordinates with the Third and Fourth-Year Academic Advisor to build community across all years in UHP and to provide seamless transition between the lower and upper division components of the UHP curriculum. Apply By Date Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position * Bachelor's degree in Academic Advising, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs/Services, Student Development, Counseling, or an equivalent discipline (e.g. Human Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Studies, Psychology, or Sociology) or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience from which comparable skills in the area of academic advising support were acquired and applied. Preferred Qualifications * Flexibility to contribute as part of a team and to expand position responsibilities in the face of changing priorities in a complex and diverse environment. Organizational skills and experience with project management to identify priorities while under pressure to meet strict deadlines, with numerous parties, and in a fast-paced environment. Excellent planning and execution skills to implement programs for large populations. Key Responsibilities * 60% - Academic Advising & Counseling Department Overview The University Honors Program (UHP) is a four-year, campuswide program for high-achieving and high potential students. Annually UHP participants include 700+ undergraduates and 60 faculty. The First- and Second-Year Academic Advisor serves as one of two staff providing academic advising and mentoring for UHP students. This position focuses on lower division students: both first- and second-year undergraduates in UHP and prospective UHP students. This position takes the lead for the unit in developing evidence-based best practices for first-year advising approaches in support of program retention, degree completion, and post-graduation life planning. This position works in coordination with the Third- and Fourth-Year Advisor to build community across all years in UHP and to provide seamless transition between lower division and upper division elements of the UHP curriculum. POSITION INFORMATION * Salary or Pay Range: $56,000/yr. - $99,400/yr. (Dept. budgeted range: $56,000/yr. - $70,000/yr. Commensurate with experience) Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page. If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html * High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs Physical Demands * Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental Demands * Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Work Environment * UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position * This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together. As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. 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