Program Advisor / EAP Academic Integration Specialist

50% Academic Integration - In consultation with the EAP Associate Director and Director, works on academic integration efforts, priorities and activities. Identifies needs of students and uses the UCEAP/CIP website to locate EAP/CIP programs that would be appropriate for their academic needs. Collaborates with faculty and academic advisors in the undergraduate colleges and academic departments to promote study abroad options, review participation rates, create course articulation equivalencies, and streamline approval processes. Keeps track of campus-wide academic integration interest, barriers, progress and outcomes. Provides EAP/CIP trainings for advisors in the major departments. Communication and dissemination of information with relevant parties are conducted via email, informational meetings and in-person appointments. Maintains and updates online major advising pages (MAPs) highlighting certain programs and information that would assist students in their study abroad process. Advises students on study abroad. Works closely with the EAP/CIP Marketing team on the development, review and creation of EAP discipline specific and academic related videos. Solicits input from EAP staff, departments, and colleges for the purposes of providing better advising information to students. Collaborates with UCEAP on academic integration matters and actively engages academic departments on the UCEAP Academic Integration Grant opportunities. In consultation with the Associate Director and Director, plans for additional academic integration steps and provides suggestions to UCEAP based on feedback received by students, EAP staff and departments. Drafts, compiles and analyses statistical data for various discipline related reports. May serve as an EAP Regional Advisor and advise students at the EAP/CIP front desk/reception area as needed.
50% Capital Programs Advisor (UCDC/UCCS) - Carefully advises prospective UCDC/UCCS students during office hours and via email. Clearly communicates program details, requirements and application processes. Actively listens to students' academic, personal and professional goals and recommends program based on their needs. Guides students in clarifying their educational goals so that they can select the most appropriate program option. Examines the students' field of study, cultural sensitivity, academic preparedness, maturity, mental and physical health needs, concerns, and provides detailed knowledge of the academic, financial, cultural, and housing characteristics of each program. In collaboration with the Associate Director, refers students with mental health and/or judicial affairs related concerns to the appropriate offices. Counsels students on general financial matters related to UCDC/UCCS. Educates students of the program cost, payment process and how financial aid works on these programs. Works with students in the recruitment, application, interview, pre-departure and re-entry stages of the program. Selects students for these programs and conduct interviews when needed. Creates a welcoming, customer service-oriented atmosphere, answer diverse questions of a detailed, general or complex nature, and respond to inquiries, complaints or concerns from students, staff, faculty and members of the public in a professional manner. Instructs students in use of research resources for preparation of applications. Maintains confidentiality of student GPA, application and personal information. Must be patient and flexible when advising students. Proactively learns about UCDC/UCCS by reviewing available material, speaking to past participants and contacting the UCDC/UCCS central staff when needed. Organizes and runs informational meetings for prospective students. Conducts informational presentations in classes and in meetings of student organizations. Provides tabling at academic fairs, Spring Insight and other informational events. Works with the EAP/CIP Marketing Specialist to create advising/marketing materials. Utilizes social media for promotional purposes. Trains and supports Orientation and Admissions staff on UC Washington Center and UC Center Sacramento opportunities. Serves as liaison between the program staff in both Sacramento and Washington and the UCSB campus on all matters affecting academic opportunities, student selection, student orientation and training, and internship placement. Provides enrollment data and compiles data for reporting as needed.UC Vaccination Programs Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California on Vaccinations Programs.
As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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