Academic Advisor

Job no: 563336 Work type: Staff Location: Long Beach Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives. As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer. Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career opportunities that advance student success and strengthen California’s future—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth. Job Summary Under the direction of the Advising Center Director, advise undergraduate CHHS students in accordance with University guidelines, regarding general education, major, and graduation requirements. The advisor provides critical support for programs and initiatives designed to strengthen the academic success and retention of CHHS undergraduate students. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive and holistic advising to CHHS undergraduate students regarding CSULB rules and regulations, General Education, and pre-major/major/ minor/certificate requirements to ensure student success and timely graduation. Assist in helping the college meet its Student Success and Highly Valued Degree Initiative goals, and work to improve college retention and graduation rates by providing high quality, holistic academic advising. Provide advising to new freshmen and transfer students during Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) workshops in the summer and winter by creating appropriate, balanced schedules and ensuring that students register for courses that apply towards their intended degree objective(s). Department CHHS Advising Center Time Base 1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week. Duration of Appointment This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date. Classification Student Services Professional II Compensation Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $5,083 - $5,789 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $5,083 - $7,228 per month. At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being. To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include: Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual. Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans. Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans. Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families. Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the General Education curriculum, majors/minors, and the registration/advising systems used at CSULB. They will also be able to operate independently and as a team member of a high traffic, high demand student-centered office/ program. The candidate will effectively use and operate computer systems/platforms, E-mail, Internet, and university CMS, CS Link, and EAB systems. Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence." Education and Experience Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field & two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas required. Master's degree preferred. Demonstrated academic advising experience in a college setting is preferred. Physical Summary Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects (10 pounds or less). Additional Information CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas). A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months. 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 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. Equal Employment Statement Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees. Accommodations We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io . Out of State Employment Policy California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. Advertised: Oct 20 2026 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Nov 03 2026 Pacific Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr California State University, Chico