ACAD ACHIEVEMENT CNSLR 3 (Retention Specialist) Job Listing at University of California in Davis, CA (Job ID 68857)

Description

Department Description

Under supervision of the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Advising within the Biology Academic Success Center (BASC), develop and implement various aspects of retention programming that reinforces, encourages, or promotes academic excellence and engagement for all CBS students. Plan, coordinate, and implement academic prevention and retention workshops. Provide academic advising to undergraduate students at risk of being, or currently not in good academic standing. Support the BASC Leadership with quantitative and qualitative analysis of student academic data in order to develop and implement programming for historically underrepresented student populations. Analyze and navigate complex personal and academic problems and refer students to appropriate campus community resources. BASC is a hybrid workspace, work is conducted both remotely and in-person as determined by the Assistant Dean

Job Summary

BASC is responsible for the delivery of college-wide undergraduate academic advising services and instructional support for the college's undergraduate programs, extending to the 14 separate degrees and approximately 6,400 undergraduate students directly administered by the College of Biological Sciences.

Position Information

Apply by Date                      

06/07/2024

Salary Range                        

$59,200.00 - $106,000.00 /annual

Appointment Type                   

Career

Number of Positions

1

Percentage of Time                 

100%

Shift Hours                               

Manager will advise

Location                                   

Davis, Ca

Union Representation              

No

Benefits Eligible                       

Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lift student records/files weighing up to 25lbs. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, student advising or related science or advising field, or equivalent education and/or advising experience.
• Knowledge and experience working with culturally diverse communities in a university/ college environment, while implementing holistic advising and programming aimed at vulnerable student populations (e.g. students in academically difficulty, underrepresented minority populations).
• Experience with general curricular elements and structures (e.g., courses, unit prerequisites, majors, and minors).
• Experience working independently evaluating, planning, and coordinating large programs, while prioritizing and organizing a heavy workload to achieve timely progress on multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Experience identifying and determining appropriate level of advising or referral services for individual students, providing immediate crisis counseling, triage, and referrals to students in academic, financial, or personal difficulty.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws governing confidentiality of student records.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Interpersonal communication skills to interact positively, cooperatively, and professionally with team members, administrators, faculty, staff, students, and the general public all of varying ages, cultural backgrounds and perspectives.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:             

• Master's degree in biology, student advising or related science or advising field, or equivalent education and/or advising experience.
• Experience with advising tools and technology, including ability to develop expertise in using software and information management systems.
• Experience developing and writing statistical reports, summarizing information/ data, preparing spreadsheets and presentations (e.g. PowerPoint, Prezi) for dissemination to a variety of audiences.
• Experience providing leadership as a project lead in order to analyze complex situations in an independent and constructive manner to best support project deadlines and outcomes.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks. 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal 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. 

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. 

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.