Graduate Student Affairs Advisor

University of California - Riverside; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 54,184 - 91,350; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Riverside is seeking a Graduate Student Affairs Officer to support the SMPPH in the MPH program. You will assist with recruitment, admissions, academic advising, program administration, student engagement, practicum coordination, and graduation processes.

The role is on-site during probation with a possible hybrid arrangement (three days on-site, two days remote per week) upon approval. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and meet university policies.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, evaluate, and admit prospective students.
• Provide academic advising and support to faculty and students.
• Administer program policies and ensure compliance with university regulations.
• Coordinate student engagement activities and community outreach.
• Manage practicum placement and coordination.
• Process graduation paperwork and facilitate graduation events.

Job description

Overview

The Graduate Student Affairs Officer is a key member of the Department of Social Medicine, Population & Public Health (SMPPH) in the UC Riverside School of Medicine. The role supports students throughout the Master of Public Health (MPH) program, providing comprehensive services in recruitment, admissions, academic advising, program administration, student engagement, practicum coordination, and graduation.

Job Responsibilities

• Recruit, evaluate, and admit prospective students.
• Provide academic advising and support to faculty and students.
• Administer program policies and ensure compliance with university regulations.
• Coordinate student engagement activities and community outreach.
• Manage practicum placement and coordination.
• Process graduation paperwork and facilitate graduation events.

Work Arrangement

The position is on‑site during the six‑month probationary period. Following successful completion of probation and based on operational needs, a hybrid arrangement of three days on‑site and two days remote per week may be granted. Hybrid status requires departmental approval.

Compensation

The full salary range is $54,183.60 – $91,350.00. The expected pay scale is up to $72,766.80 annually, determined by education, licensure, experience, and organizational needs.

Eligibility & Policies

Applicants must hold current work authorization for a UC Riverside staff position; the university does not sponsor or assume employer sponsorship of work visas. All employees must comply with university policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable government directives.