University of La Verne

Academic Advisor - College of Arts and Science (2 Positions)

Job Description Summary:
The University of La Verne is a private, not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.

If you're passionate about these values, join us at the University of La Verne!
Under the general supervision of the Associate Dean for Curriculum, Scheduling and Student Affairs, the incumbent will work as part of the advising team to provide academic advisement for College of Arts and Sciences students. They will serve as College of Arts & Sciences representatives at summer opportunities for advising and registration (SOAR) and during student recruitment events (Leo Fridays, Spotlight weekend).

Specific Duties:

• Provides one-on-one advisement; facilitating group advising workshops; engaging in e-advising; developing and implementing targeted advising campaigns; and harnessing best practices in academic advisement and student success to support the University’s retention and graduation goals.

• The incumbent will works with CAS departments and programs to identify student success plans that align with the students’ major and career pathways; advise on academic program declaration and change; monitor student degree progress; and keep current on University policies and procedures, including maintaining in-depth knowledge of General Education and College degree requirements.

• The incumbent is expected to develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate specialized academic advising programs, services, and workshops using professional resources and/or literature.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the disciplines housed in the College (https://artsci.laverne.edu/programs/).

• Equivalent of a least two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field.

• A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

• The incumbent must demonstrate excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Must have the ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures of the university in relation to assisting students; gather and analyze data to inform advising interventions and campaigns; draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations related to campus stakeholders; and exercise tact, courtesy, alertness, and good judgement when responding to others.

• Must also have the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work; multi-task, complete assignments in a timely fashion, and work under pressure; and be computer literate and proficient in standard word processing and database software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint.

• Demonstrate ability and interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in related discipline.

• Experience working on a college campus, preferably as an academic advisor.

• Experience with Degree Audit, Banner 9, Blackboard, and Campus Labs.

Location: La Verne Central Campus

Special Instructions:
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: http://laverne.edu

Institutional Profile
Located in Southern California, the University of La Verne offers a distinctive and relevant educational experience to a diverse population of students, preparing them for successful careers and a commitment to lifelong learning across the liberal arts and professional programs. The academic units of the not-for-profit university include the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and Public Management, the LaFetra College of Education, and the College of Law. The university offers both undergraduate and graduate programs, including degree programs tailored for working adults. The university's central campus is located 30 miles east of Los Angeles in the historic Old Town section of La Verne, a city with a population of approximately 35,000 at the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. The university also has eight regional campuses throughout California and the College of Law campus in Ontario, California. The university is classified as a Carnegie Doctoral Institution with moderate research activity. Core values are reflected throughout all curricular and co-curricular programs, its emphasis on close professor-student interaction, personal support of its students, and its diversity.

The University of La Verne prides itself in being reflective of the diversity of Southern California. Approximately 80 percent of its nearly 8,500 students come from diverse backgrounds and the U.S. Department of Education has designated the university as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). With 80,000 alumni, the university fulfills a critical community function in educating students from underserved populations, many of whom are the first generation in their family to attend college.

The University of La Verne is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employment or employees on any basis prohibited by state and federal law. University of La Verne hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and is consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, disability, medical condition a or sexual orientation







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