MQE Graduate Advisor

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is seeking a dynamic Graduate Advisor for the Master of Quantitative Economics (MQE) program. You will oversee admissions, enrollment scheduling, and student services, acting as the primary contact for current and prospective MQE students.

This role collaborates with MQE leadership and the department chair to advance program goals and track student progress. The position emphasizes program operations, event management, and data reporting, with

Qualifications

• 2 years experience job-related experience (Required)
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, faculty, administrators, students, and the public from various backgrounds (Required)
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, to faculty, staff, students, and individuals at various organizational levels (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to compose, edit and proofread reports, memos and other correspondence according to standard English grammar, punctuation and prose (Required)
• Skill in handling confidential matters and maintaining confidential student files with tact, sensitivity, discretion, diplomacy, integrity, and professional maturity (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work both independently and as an effective member of a team (Required)
• Working knowledge of graduate degree program requirements and regulations (Preferred)
• Demonstrated skill in using Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint (Required)
• Familiarity with electronic contact record systems (Slate, Salesforce) and graphic design tools (Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator) (Required)
• Knowledge of UCLA campus systems (Preferred)
• Ability to work occasional overtime, weekends and evenings (Required)

Responsibilities

• Schedule and enrollment management for MQE program
• Admissions processing and tracking for current cycle
• Coordinate and manage special events and programs
• Serve as main point of contact for prospective and incoming students to improve retention
• Support recruitment, enrollment, student and career services
• Prepare reports, memos, and market research summaries
• Assist Chair and MQE Faculty Director with tracking student progress and MQE files

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Discretion

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Graduate program knowledge

Report writing

Public speaking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related area

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Department Summary

UCLA’s Economics Department has two interlocking objectives. We conduct cutting edge research by developing new methodologies and applying them to understand society’s most critical issues. We also seek to train the next generation of economic leaders in the private sector, government and academia. UCLA is one of the top-ranked economics departments in the world. We have a young and active faculty whose research is shaping policy and informing the public on critical issues affecting the United States and the world. Our work covers a diversity of topics such as the origins and persistence of the Great Depression and its lessons for today’s economy, the relationship between education and health outcomes, cartels and antitrust policy, the economics of health care, and the impact of immigration on labor markets. Many of our faculty have received special recognition for their body of research by election to prestigious institutions such as the National Academy of Science, the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, and the Econometric Society, or have received such celebrated awards such as the Guggenheim and Sloan Fellowships. Our undergraduates are equally impressive. They are among the brightest students on campus and consistently go on to find success in the job market and in graduate school. We have approximately 3300 majors at any one time making us the largest among major economics departments across the country and the largest major on campus. Our students come from over 60 countries around the world yet the majority call California their home. Many of our students are the first in their families to attend college and we are proud of them and their accomplishments. Our Alumni play important roles in business, entertainment, and academia. We are proud that many maintain strong ties with UCLA and with the Economics department. Our students attend business schools, law school, medical schools, and graduate schools in a variety of disciplines.

Position Summary

The Master of Quantitative Economics (MQE) is an innovative graduate degree program aimed at empowering students with the quantitative and analytical skills necessary to solve the challenges of today's business world. This fast-growing graduate degree program is seeking an energetic and student-focused graduate advisor to join our innovative team. This position will serve as a main resource for students enrolled in the Master of Quantitative Economics (MQE). The Graduate Advisor will develop, implement, modify policies and procedures for the efficient operation of student services, work closely with MQE leadership, Chair, and CAO on programmatic planning. Major duties include but are not limited to scheduling and enrollment, program admissions, and management of special events. Incumbent will direct and complete the admissions process and monitor acceptance rates for the current cycle and tracking purposes. As the main point of contact for prospective and incoming students, the graduate advisor will field questions, increase retention rates, and manage students' progress to degree. The graduate advisor will direct special programs and events, serve as program representative for public relations, support job placement, and compile historic admissions data for long term strategic planning. As a member of the MQE team, this position also takes an active role in supporting student recruitment, enrollment, student and career services. Furthermore, this position will advance the goals and priorities of the MQE program by providing support to the Chair of the Department and MQE Faculty Director in tracking student progress, issuing reports, producing market research summaries, writing memos and documents, and helping produce and keep track of MQE files and outcomes.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience job-related experience (Required)
• 1. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, faculty, administrators, students, and the public from various backgrounds (social, cultural, economic or educational), on an individual basis or in a group setting. (Required)
• 2. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, to obtain and convey accurate and timely information to faculty, staff, students, and individuals at various organizational levels. (Required)
• 3. Demonstrated ability to compose, edit and proofread reports, memos and other correspondence according to standard English grammar, punctuation and prose. (Required)
• 4. Skill in handling confidential matters and maintaining confidential student files with tact, sensitivity, discretion, diplomacy, integrity, and professional maturity, including in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility. (Required)
• 5. Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work both independently and as an effective member of a team; prioritize and complete multiple projects accurately and on time despite frequent interruptions, with minimal follow-up from supervisor. (Required)
• 6. Working knowledge of graduate degree program requirements and regulations, including College of Letters and Science and Graduate Division policies, and of University student services and resources (Counseling and Psychological Services, Career Center, Registrar's Office, etc.) to refer and assist students in need. (Preferred)
• 7. Skill in assessing and tracking individual student progress while assisting a large number of graduate students; ability to evaluate trends, create reports, and recommend changes where appropriate. (Required)
• 8. Demonstrated skill in using Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. (Required)
• 9. Familiarity with electronic contact record systems (Slate, Salesforce) and graphic design tools (Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator). (Required)
• 10. Knowledge of UCLA campus systems, including OASIS, MyUCLA/Electronic Gradebook, Bruinbuy, and Campus Travel Express for purchasing and reimbursements. (Preferred)
• 11. Ability to work occasional overtime, weekends and evenings. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's Degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m

Union/Policy Covered

SV-Stdt Svs & Adv Prof (SSAP)

Complete Position Description

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