Educational Opportunity Program Retention Advisor

Campus: Monterey Bay Job ID: 530829 Job Title: Educational Opportunity Program Retention Advisor Appointment Type: Probationary Time Base: Full-Time Date Posted: August 4, 2023 Closing Date: Open until filled Description: Classification: Student Services Professional II Anticipated Hiring Salary: $4,610 mo.
CSU Salary Schedule Hours: Full-time / 40 hours per week FLSA: Exempt Priority Screening Date: Apply Today! Priority Screening Date is extended to September 20, 2023 Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled ABOUT CSUMB Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement, California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) is a mid-sized comprehensive baccalaureate and masters granting university whose staff and faculty help transform student lives through a focus on student success and engagement through project-based learning, service learning in its regional community, and the promotion of multicultural and global perspectives on and beyond campus.
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The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in the development of a diverse body of faculty, staff, and administrators.
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The university’s faculty and staff, many of whom live in the East Campus housing development, appreciate living and working so close to the shores of the beautiful Monterey Bay.
As one of the 23 campuses in the California State University (CSU) system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate campus housing and competitive salaries for faculty and staff.
PURPOSE: Under the general supervision of the Director for College Support Programs and the daily work direction of the Educational Opportunity Programs Associate Director, the incumbent will advise and support EOP students to ensure the retention, persistence, and success of the students in the program.
This position works collaboratively with other departments support enrollment, program development, and overall student success for first generation, low-income, and historically disadvantaged students.
Responsibilities include assessing the need for academic support services and monitoring the progress of an assigned caseload of students.
The Retention Advisor also provides support services for new students, including orientation programs, academic prep programs, assessment and referral for basic skills course work and learning assistance services.
The incumbent will work closely with faculty and other departments to accomplish program goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following: Provides holistic personal, academic, and financial aid advising for new students, continuing, and returning EOP students including academic skills assessment and assistance with: course selection, scheduling, educational planning, satisfactory academic progress requirements, financial aid eligibility and satisfactory progress requirements, and progress towards graduation.
Utilizes effective advising and coaching techniques to assist students with sensitive issues pertaining to academic and non-academic needs Uses an asset-based approach to develop and implement culturally-relevant educational programs and strategies for students who are first in their families to attend college, come from historically low-income backgrounds and under-resourced schools and communities.
Collaborates with appropriate campus units to develop and implement study skills, career development, academic success and student leadership opportunities that build upon the strengths of EOP students to enhance academic and student success.
Trains and supervises paraprofessional student staff.
Maintains good communication with EOP peer mentors.
Assists with professional development activities during peer mentor meetings.
Maintains appropriate documentation of services provided and manages electronic student file documentation for assigned caseload of students.
Assists in the development of program evaluation instruments, data collection, analyses and reporting of participant and program outcomes.
Assists with developing and/or presenting workshops (academic & personal enhancement workshops) for EOP students to support them through their academic transition towards upper division coursework.
Assists in coordinating and participating in Summer Bridge/Transfer Bridge by supporting program/workshop development, onboarding EOP students, and coverage.
Other Functions: Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Working knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior; procedures and activities of the program to which assigned; general knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management.
General knowledge of research and interview techniques; and of the principles of individual and group behavior.
Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations; use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements; obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews; reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data; advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required; recognize multicultural, multi-sexed and multi‑aged value systems and work accordingly; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts; and, rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: 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.
Experience: 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 the professional experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of principles and practices of academic and financial aid advising.
Prior academic advising or student services experience in a public four-year university.
Familiarity with Title V and CSU General Education requirements.
Experience hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating paraprofessional staff.
Second language fluency.
Experience working with low-income and first-generation college students.
Working knowledge of FERPA and other federal regulations related to the release of educational records to third parties, general university policies and procedures, and academic program requirements.
Technical fluency with Microsoft Office, Oracle-PeopleSoft/CMS baseline system; Hyperion, or similar report generation software; and Google mail and calendaring.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS: All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).
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.
This position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to victims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking as required by CSU Executive Order 1095.
This position has been designated as a sensitive position with responsibility for the care, safety and security of people and/or credit card account information ; responsibility or access/possession of building master or sub-master keys for building access; and access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards).
This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education’s Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California’s Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues.
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
The position is required to participate in training at the direction of the Clery Director and must also promptly report allegations of reportable crimes according to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, its accompanying regulations; the California State Education Code, Chapter 15.
5, of the Donahoe Higher Education Act, Section 67380; and the California State University system-wide policy, Code EO 1107.
May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT: Office environment with standard equipment and tasks.
Position requires working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time.
May require travel between campus offices and off-campus locations.
The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority.
While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates.
Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Interim Policy, all students and employees are required to submit their vaccination status to the Otter Vaccination Registry and are encouraged to be vaccinated.
BENEFITS/PERKS: CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental and vision plans; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 14-paid holidays a year.
For more information, visit CSU System Benefits.
Additionally, as a perk, the University Corporation at CSU Monterey Bay provides access to affordable campus housing based on availability; visit Schoonover Employee Housing for more information.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date found at Careers at CSUMB.
Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned.
CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting University Personnel at (831) 582-3389 or emailuniversitypersonnel@csumb.
edu.
All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.
S.
GENERAL INFORMATION: CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer.
In compliance with federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics, you can view the notice of availability and access the Cal State University, Monterey Bay annual security and fire safety reports at CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.
We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.