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Economics Undergraduate Adviser

Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 51879

JOB POSTING

This new Economics Undergraduate Adviser position will be offered a hybrid work plan. We anticipate the selected candidate to work 3-days on site and 2-days off site. We are recruiting for two economics undergraduate adviser positions; the second position (Job #51868) will also perform course scheduling. Applicants must apply to both positions for consideration for both positions.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Applicants must include a cover letter and resume to supplement the standard UC Santa Cruz application. A list of references will be required of interview candidates and requested upon invitation to interview. Please be prepared to submit your final list of 3-5 references upon an interview invitation. Reference lists should include supervisors and the following for each referee: their full name, title/organization, phone and email contact information and relation to you--i.e., current supervisor, former indirect supervisor, colleague, etc. We respect your confidentiality, and will NOT contact referees prior to informing the candidate(s) of our plans to do so. We look forward to your application.

NOTIFICATIONS

UC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19 vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy. Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees who physically access a University facility or program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training.

Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely with NO expectation that they will physically access any University location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the employee is subject to policy.

INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit.

The IRD for this job is: 05-15-2023



ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Economics is an inclusive, ambitious, innovative and large department within the Social Sciences Division. The department offers several options for undergraduate study including multiple bachelor's degrees, combined majors with mathematics and environmental studies, one undergraduate minor and a concentration in addition to a Ph.D. program and professional master's degree program, and is home to approximately 1600 declared and prospective majors. Our students come from a diverse background with many from international locations as well as from California and the greater U.S. Several of our students are recipients of awards from the department, division or campus in recognition of academic performance; and they frequently pursue graduate degrees and/or professional careers in the business, accounting, banking, policy, finance and applied economics in the private and governmental sectors. This creates an intellectually stimulating environment. Faculty, staff and students work well together. This position offers professionals interested in student advising and curricular planning an opportunity for enhancing skills and career development. Advising students to attain their educational and professional goals is highly rewarding work.

More information can be found here: https://economics.ucsc.edu

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the department Undergraduate Programs and Advising Director, the Economic Undergraduate Advisor applies professional concepts to independently provide prescriptive advice on academic policies and procedures for the academic department, including major and minor requirements, and all aspects of course requirements for degree or program completion. The incumbent works independently and as part of a collaborative team, receiving assistance on more complex issues.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $26.87 - $30.84 / Hourly. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary above the posted range. The salary shown above is the budgeted range the University reasonably expects to pay.

No. of Positions: 1

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Days

Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: Hybrid - Remote / UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: 004544 (STDT ACAD ADVISOR 2)

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

85% - Undergraduate Advising and Student Support

• Provides Undergraduate Advising and Student Support on all Economics Department majors, minors and concentrations (currently comprised of: business management B.A., economics B.A., global economics B.A., economics-mathematics combined B.A., economics minor and accounting concentration):
  • Monitors and evaluates students' completion of academic requirements.
  • Applies professional concepts to independently provide prescriptive advice and assistance to students on academic and degree progress and major requirements for the department.
  • Assists students in determining a major, alternative academic options, scheduling conflicts, and similar issues.
  • Identifies student needs for programs and services.
  • Applies articulated courses to program/degree requirements and certifies degree completion.
  • Advises on moderately complex issues such as multiple degrees, or withdrawal from the university.
  • Advises department on scheduling needs for student course progression and requirements completion.
  • Acts as a team member and backup to department advisers to lend advising continuity.
  • Utilizes department and campus administrative systems to facilitate communication.
  • Communicates and exchanges information with other units of the organization and makes referrals to help students with their academic program (e.g., health service, disabled students program, colleges / schools, transfer center, academic department).
  • Acts as liaison with appropriate registrar personnel to resolve student records matters.
  • Provides information to students on programs with special, clearly articulated eligibility requirements such as honors programs, awards, fellowships, scholarships, and advanced level courses.
  • Refers students to non-academic resources as appropriate.
  • Summarizes matters and recommends action on complex matters to undergraduate programs director, department manager, faculty, chairs and other personnel as appropriate.
  • Represents and advocates for the department to prospective and continuing students, alumni, families and other personnel.
  • Attends meetings and trainings organized by the department and campus advising coordinators as needed.

10% - Web Communications Management

• Maintains department's undergraduate web content for effective and current communication; serves as a department expert on web content management; monitors web for updates.

5% - Miscellaneous

• Other administrative duties as appropriate in support of the unit.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Basic knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Cross-cultural competency.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Sound skills in decision-making and problem solving.
• Abilities in problem identification, reasoning, ability to develop original idea to solve problems.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills, including active listening.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to perform work with accuracy and consistency across multiple administrative systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse constituents-faculty, peers, administrators, students and visitors-from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision and as a collaborative member of a team.
• Working knowledge of and skills in standard office systems: Microsoft Office, Google Suite (Drive, Apps), Adobe, Zoom.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Training in FERPA and knowledge of campus enterprise systems: AIS, Navigate/Slug Success, InfoView, WCMS or WordPress.
• Knowledge of departmental courses and majors.
• Knowledge of department/school/college policies, procedures, and requirements.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or without accommodation.
• Must be able to work remotely from a home office and be able to fulfill requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• The selected candidate will be required to work primarily on campus, with periods of remote work possible based on operational needs, and be able to fulfill requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• Will be required to work a hybrid work schedule, days of the week and number of days to be determined, and be able to fulfill requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
• The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.

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.

HOW TO APPLY

Attach your resume and cover letter when applying for this job opening. Do not attach any documents to 'My Activities'. Visit our How to Apply tutorial for detailed instructions on our applicant process.

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.



APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
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To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University of California 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. 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.







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