Music Graduate Student Advisor — Remote-Friendly

University of California; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Berkeley Department of Music seeks a Graduate Student Advisor to guide graduate students through admissions, progression, and graduation. You will manage applications, advise on policy, and support fellowships and financial aid in collaboration with campus offices.

This role involves coordinating recruitment, assisting international students with visa procedures, and ensuring timely GSI appointments and funding documentation.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Ability to learn university application processes and risk assessment concepts.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal and multicultural competencies for diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary contact for department-wide graduate student communications.
• Advises students on degree requirements, progress and completion.
• Tracks student progress and advises on degree/program completion.
• Manages applications in the campus grad student application system and coordinates faculty review.
• Coordinates recruitment visits and assists international students with visas.

Skills

Multicultural competencies

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Judgment and decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Advanced degree in Music (preferred)

Job description

The University of California, Berkeley Department of Music seeks a Graduate Student Advisor to guide graduate students through admissions, progression, and graduation. You will manage applications, advise on policy, and support fellowships and financial aid in collaboration with campus offices.

This role involves coordinating recruitment, assisting international students with visa procedures, and ensuring timely GSI appointments and funding documentation.