Director for Academic Advising

California State University‑Sacramento pay range

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Working Title: Director for Academic Advising

Classification

Title:

Administrator II

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled):
Sunday, January 4, 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Note to Applicants

Qualified applicants will be contacted by late January. Anticipated start date for this appointment is prior to the Fall 2026 semester.

Hiring Preference

Not Applicable

Position Summary

The Director for Academic Advising (Director) reports to the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs/ Dean of Students (AVP/DOS), and supervises the daily and ongoing operation of the Academic Advising Center. The Director collaborates with program coordinators and other campus colleagues to ensure seamless student service delivery, including but not limited to overseeing and managing First Year Programming, the Second Year Success Program, Undeclared/Expressed Interest Advising, Drop‑In Advising and other advising programs and initiatives.

FLSA
:
Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation. This position is eligible for full benefits.)

Anticipated Hiring Range
: $9,000 per month - $9,563 per month, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training

CSU Classification Salary Range
: $5,053 per month - $16,221 per month

Best‑in‑class Benefits
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Salary Grade/Range
: 1

Recruitment Type
:
Regular (At‑Will)

Time Base
:
Full‑Time

Pay Plan
: 12 months

Work Hours
:
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Hours may vary depending on operations. May include occasional evenings and weekends.

Department Information

Academic Advising Center offers mandatory freshman advising, and general education and graduation requirement advising for all students. The Center engages students in a developmental process that helps them clarify and implement individual educational plans consistent with their skills, interests, and values.

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• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience.
• Five years of professional experience in college or university student services, including two years professional experience in academic advising or a related service.
• Experience working with students, faculty, staff, and administrators from diverse groups.
• Experience supervising professional staff.
• Experience with and responsibility for program development and assessment.
• Experience motivating and managing work teams to design, implement, and evaluate programs.

• Demonstrated knowledge of budget and strategic planning.
• Extensive knowledge of student development theory and academic advising best practices.
• Excellent writing and speaking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative relationships.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing academic advising structural changes.
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

• Ability to complete the background check process.

• Master’s in Educational Counseling, Educational Leadership, College Student Personnel, or a related field.
• Experience working with college or university faculty and an understanding of faculty governance.
• Demonstrated knowledge of database management and student record systems.
• Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) technology platforms designed to connect student services professionals, faculty, and administrators (e.g., EAB).

• Resume

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

Applicants will be prompted to respond to a supplemental questionnaire.

Final candidates will be asked to present at a candidate forum.

For full posting details, please visit the direct link to apply.

• Director

• Full‑time

• Education

• Higher Education