Undergraduate Program Advisor (STDT ACAD ADVISOR 3 SV)

Under general supervision, serve as an adviser in The Arts Group Undergraduate Advising Center. Independently provide comprehensive, advanced advising on a wide range of often complex issues concerning undergraduate students in departmental majors and support faculty members. Work with faculty on program development and administration. Implement the departmental undergraduate advising programs, student support services, interpret and implement academic programs and policies, and supervise undergraduate peer advising staff. Manage quality assessment and policy development. #CA-AR

Apply By Date 11/09/2026 at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Experience counseling and advising students at the university/college level; instructing students in academic planning, course selection, policies, and procedures.
• Experience working with diverse student populations including, but not limited to, students with diverse abilities, racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic backgrounds and religions; ability to effectively address the advising needs of historically underrepresented and minoritized students.
• Skills to facilitate student learning, development, and success, and to support students' decision making regarding their educational, career, and life goals.
• Organizational, time management and decision-making skills to work independently and accurately under pressure and productively despite frequent interruptions; to work with ambiguities where clear guidelines are not available; to process detailed work accurately and in a timely manner; and to successfully manage multiple priorities in a complex work environment and meet deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal communication and listening skills to interact in a culturally inclusive and respectful manner with students, parents/guardians/families, faculty, administrators, staff, and the general public; and to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and by telephone.
• Ability to communicate effectively while addressing urgent, confidential, and highly sensitive matters with discretion and sensitivity.
• Skills to make presentations to individuals and groups. Writing, editing and proofreading skills to answer correspondence, write reports and develop informational materials.
• Analytical and research skills to obtain, correlate and analyze data and develop statistics from a variety of campus sources; and to retrieve and assemble information for the preparation of reports, schedules, correspondence etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Education, Psychology, Sociology or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience hiring, onboarding, training, supervising, developing and motivating student employees.
• Experience designing and implementing student services and programming/recruitment/outreach in a way that is culturally responsive, inclusive, and equitable.
• Knowledge of statewide, national and international college and university programs and resources.

Key Responsibilities

• 65% - Advising and Counseling
• 10% - Outreach and Retention
• 10% - Admissions and Academic Services
• 10% - Program Development and Administration
• 5% - Other

Department Overview

The Arts Group Advising Center serves the undergraduate programs in the following departments Art and Art History, Cinema and Digital Media, Design, Music and Theatre & Dance. The Undergraduate Advising Center is responsible for advising, recruitment and retention, program planning, coordination and administration of undergraduate student affairs. There are a total of 1500 students in 6 undergraduate majors. This position reports to the undergraduate programs manager.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $58800.00 - $104370.00
• Salary Frequency: Annually
• Salary Grade: STEPS
• UC Job Title: STDT ACAD ADVISOR 3 SV
• UC Job Code: 005141
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): M - F 8:00AM - 5:00PM
• Location: Davis
• Union Representation: SV - Student Service Advising Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Y
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

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 by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Never 0 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Never 0 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Never 0 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Never 0 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Never 0 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Never 0 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Never 0 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Never 0 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - 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.

Restricted vacation during peak periods. Work occasional overtime to meet operational needs. Contribute to a productive and respectful work environment and adhere to the UC Davis Principles of Community. Convey a professional, helpful and positive attitude to the faculty, staff, students, campus departments and outside entities. Actively listen, give helpful feedback and provide useful information; carefully choose tone and delivery in conveying information; be aware of impact on others. Willingness to learn new computer programs. Exercise discretion and good judgment in handling sensitive or confidential information or situations. Maintain knowledge of up to date advising and counseling practices, campus policies and procedures and on and off campus resources related to undergraduate education and advising. Be familiar with and sensitive to personal and developmental issues typically faced by university students. Sensitivity to meeting the educational needs of diverse student populations including, but not limited to, students with diverse abilities, racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic backgrounds and religions. Work well under pressure to independently manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing assignments, balance priorities, while maintaining orderly records and successfully meet deadlines. Actively addressing and managing challenging situations and/or individuals; to identify problems and needs; and to make competent referrals and/or to develop solutions. Use initiative to work both independently and as a team member to promote an effective and collegial team environment. Establish and maintain effective working relationships in a collaborative and cross-cultural environment; to effectively collaborate with individuals, units, and departments across campus to meet the needs of students, or other constituents as appropriate. Make sound, independent judgments and exercise discretion and authority wisely in the administration of University, College and Departmental policies. Analyze variables in any given situation and work with ambiguities where clear guidelines are not available. Advance programmatic partnerships with academic and/or administrative departments. Provide leadership and decision making to committees served.

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

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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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Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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