Undergraduate Academic Advisor

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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.

The Undergraduate Academic Advisor, under the general supervision of the College of the Art's (COTA) Director of Academic Advising and Lead Advisors, and in consultation with department chair(s), advises undergraduate students on academic requirements, policies, and procedures. The advisor also supports programs and initiatives to enhance the academic success and retention of COTA's undergraduate students.

• →Educate and advise students on their academic requirements.
• →Assist with the implementation of admissions, advising, and enrollment policies and processes.
• →Assist with day-to-day coordination of the academic advising program.
• →Serve as a source of referral for academic and student support services.

COTA Administration

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Student Services Professional II

The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional collaboration and communication skills, with a proven ability to work effectively with faculty, administrators, student organizations, and a wide range of university stakeholders. They are skilled in engaging and communicating with students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, using strong interpersonal skills, a professional demeanor, and a collaborative approach to teamwork. They are also adept at delivering information through various presentation methods to students, faculty, and staff. In supporting student success, the ideal candidate is capable of advising both individual students and groups on academic matters, integrating degree requirements to promote timely graduation, and competently handling academic petitions, waivers, and exceptions to policy. They bring experience in evaluating course outlines and syllabi from other institutions to determine equivalency and articulation. Technologically proficient, they effectively utilize systems related to degree tracking, enrollment, and scheduling, while demonstrating excellent organizational skills, including prioritization, multitasking, and meeting deadlines. Additionally, they possess strong analytical and decision-making abilities, applying critical and creative thinking to navigate complex or sensitive student situations with sound judgment and objectivity.

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:

• 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 required.

• 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:

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

• Academic advising experience in a higher education setting is preferred.

Click “Apply Now” to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.

Please fill out the application completely. It is important that all sections of the online application are completed fully and accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects (10 pounds or less).

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.

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.

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 StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.

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.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Advertised: Jun 27 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Jul 11 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

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