Graduate Student Services Advisor | Remote‑Eligible

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UC Benefits

Remote work option (up to 2 days/week)

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley is seeking a Student Services Advisor 4 within the Graduate Division to provide academic advising and degree‑completion support. You will oversee departments and ensure policy compliance related to graduate and professional degrees.

The role collaborates with the dean, staff, and students to guide progression toward degree requirements, including candidacy, milestones, and examinations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Ability to learn university computer applications and policies for graduate studies.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and multicultural competencies.
• Ability to identify problems, lead, and develop solutions.
• Skills in monitoring processes and improving programs.
• Experience in project management and presenting materials.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising and degree completion guidance to students.
• Oversee academic departments and ensure policy compliance for graduate degrees.
• Advise on milestones such as candidacy, exams, and degree requirements.
• Collaborate with departments and offices to support students' progress.
• Prepare degree lists and coordinate between units and the Registrar.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development activities.

Skills

Advising techniques

Counseling skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multicultural competencies

Problem solving

Project management

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Job description

University of California, Berkeley is seeking a Student Services Advisor 4 within the Graduate Division to provide academic advising and degree‑completion support. You will oversee departments and ensure policy compliance related to graduate and professional degrees.

The role collaborates with the dean, staff, and students to guide progression toward degree requirements, including candidacy, milestones, and examinations.