Academic Advisor - BPA

Classification Title
:
Student Services Professional II

Union Code
: R04

Temporary End Date
:
This position is temporary and ends on or before December 31, 2026. Any continuation beyond December 31, 2026 is contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funding.

FT/PT
:
Full-time

Pay Plan
: 12‑month

Workplace Type
:
On‑site (work in‑person at business location)

Anticipated Hiring Range
:
Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $5,083 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range
: $5,083 - $7,228

Pay Basis
:
Monthly

Benefits
: CSUB offers a best‑in‑class benefit package for eligible employees that includes an array of medical plans, choice of dental plans, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 15 paid holidays per year and more! See our benefits website for additional information.

Candidates Eligible to Apply
:
Open to all qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicant (Priority Consideration): applications must be received by March 17, 2026
; however, the position will remain open until filled.

As a unit under the Division of Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Support, the Department of Undergraduate Advising is responsible for supporting students throughout their academic journey by providing guidance and resources to ensure their success. Through a case management model, academic advisors offer personalized support tailored to the unique needs of each student. This includes assisting with class registration, academic planning, and helping students navigate their degree requirements.

The department also plays a key role in connecting students to essential campus resources, such as faculty mentoring, tutoring, counseling, and career services, ensuring they have the tools and support necessary to thrive. Additionally, advisors foster student development by encouraging engagement in co‑curricular activities, academic exploration, and timely progress toward graduation.

Under the general supervision of the Director of Undergraduate Advising and with daily lead direction from the designated Advising Coordinator, the Academic Advisor is responsible for delivering consistent, accurate, and up to moderately complex academic advising services to both current and newly admitted/readmitted, from their first year through degree completion. The Advisor provides information on policies, procedures, and academic requirements related to specific programs or majors within the assigned college.

Additionally, the Advisor supports students in exploring career paths, assessing academic strengths, connecting them to student support services and resources across campus, and establishing goals. This role is focused on providing academic guidance that promotes student success, persistence, and timely graduation. The Academic Advisor will also collaborate with various campus stakeholders, including staff, faculty, administrators, and colleagues across divisions, to foster student achievement.

• Learns and stays current with the curriculum and program requirements for all majors within the assigned college to ensure accurate and informed academic advising.
• Develops an individualized academic plan for each student based on the unique needs of each student.
• Actively advises students through the degree attainment process.
• Meets with students on a regular basis to track their academic success. Sets goals for academic progress to ensure completion of their academic programs.
• Identifies options for students to satisfy degree requirements.
• Evaluates and makes recommendations on petitions and amendments to student's program of study to assist their completion.
• Identifies academic options for students such as degrees, minors, graduation requirements, curriculum, course selection and registration, career options and extracurricular activities.
• Assists students in establishing realistic and attainable academic and career goals.
• Works with students to evaluate and understand their academic records.
• Meets with students to advise and connect them to applicable…