Position Summary

The Academic Advisor plays a crucial role within the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts, operating under the office of the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs. This position provides equity-focused academic advising and essential support for a diverse caseload of students. The Advisor’s responsibilities include guiding students through their academic journeys by offering insights on major requirements, General Education (GE) courses, university policies, study abroad options, transfer processes, and graduation requirements. Additionally, the Advisor assists students facing challenges such as retention issues, probation, disqualification, unsatisfactory academic progress, and withdrawals. The Advisor connects students with campus resources and facilitates initiatives that promote academic progression and overall student success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Academic Advising: Provide comprehensive academic advising on major requirements, General Education (GE), university policies, study abroad opportunities, transfer processes, and graduation requirements.
• Student Support: Assist students facing retention challenges, including probation, disqualification, and unsatisfactory academic progress, as well as guide them through withdrawals and related statuses.
• Resource Connection: Connect students to campus resources to promote holistic development and academic success.
• Community Development: Cultivate a strong sense of community and belonging.
• Initiative Facilitation: Facilitate programs and initiatives that support student progression towards degree completion.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Shape data-driven decision-making that directly supports SDSU’s academic mission.
• Professional Growth: Develop your technical and analytical expertise in a dynamic, higher education environment.
• Collaborative Culture: Work within a supportive team dedicated to advancing student and faculty success.
• Innovation-Driven Role: Use cutting-edge tools to create meaningful dashboards and analyses for the university community.

If you are passionate about empowering students and committed to their holistic development, we encourage you to apply!

Position Information

• This is a part-time (16 hours per week), temporary position anticipated to end on June 30, 2025, with the possibility of reappointment.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. 
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts (PSFA) is one of eight instructional units of San Diego State University.  The College is comprised of ten diverse departments and schools:  the departments of Aerospace Studies, Military Science and Naval Science; the schools of Art, Design and Art History, Communication, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Journalism and Media Studies, Music and Dance, Public Affairs, and Theatre, Television and Film as well as ten research centers.  The College is staffed by 49 positions comprised of administrative, clerical, and technical staff in addition to approximately 260 tenured/tenure-track faculty and lecturers serving over 5,000 majors.

The Dean’s Office is responsible for the creation, implementation, and continued support of the instructional, research, and development processes in the College.

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

For more information regarding the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts (PSFA), click here.

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. 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. 

Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth. A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience.

Key Qualifications

• Ability to use standard office computing tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google applications, email), and social media (Instagram, YouTube, etc.)
• Ability to develop and deliver training and education workshops.
• Demonstrated experience developing and coordinating programs and events.
• Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, and excellent judgment in responding to sensitive issues and situations in an academic advising context.
• Ability to assess, design, implement and evaluate effective programming and policies.
• Ability to work well independently and follow through on projects with minimal direction.
• Ability to use initiative to plan and implement program activities and improvements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of barriers for underrepresented students.

Compensation

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $1,936.40 per month. 

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,841 - $6,884 (full-time equivalent) per month. 

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on November 25, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by November 24, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

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. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Pang Thao at pythao@sdsu.edu.