Director of College Advising (College of Arts, Media, and Communication) (CSU Employees only)

California State University, Northridge

$110K — $115K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution.
  • 5+ years of experience in caseload advising as a CSU Student Services Professional or equivalent role.
  • 2+ years of progressively responsible professional or administrative experience.
  • Strong understanding of the needs of diverse and marginalized student populations.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate student services and EOP Satellite services within the college.
  • Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate advising staff.
  • Utilize data analytics to drive program priorities and decisions.
  • Communicate CSU policies to students, faculty, and staff.
  • Collaborate with campus partners for timely resolution of student issues.
  • Cultivate a collegial and inclusive team environment that enhances student success.

Benefits

  • Excellent fringe benefits offered by the university.
  • Hybrid work schedule (4 days in-office, 1 day remote).
  • Opportunities for professional development and employee recognition.
Full Job Description
Director of College Advising (College of Arts, Media, and Communication) (CSU Employees only)

Job no: 561679
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Northridge
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the Director of College Advising coordinates Student Services Center/EOP Satellite services, uses disaggregated data to identify priorities, communicates CSU policy, coordinates activities with departments, represents the college on university-wide committees, and collaborates with campus partners to resolve student issues.

  • The Director hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates advising staff.
  • Ensures effective use of advising technologies and degree planning tools.
  • Uses data analytics, including disaggregated data, to drive priorities.
  • Communicates and interprets CSU and University policy to faculty advising within the college, staff, and students.
  • Collaborates with campus partners such as EOP, Undergraduate Studies, Financial Aid, Basic Needs, Student Accounting, and Enrollment Services to ensure timely resolution of student issues.
  • As a leader, demonstrates a commitment to student success that is mission aligned with the university's vision, values and priorities. Establishes an ethical and collegial work environment, promoting a collaborative, accountable and inclusive team. Encourages a courageous and resilient solution-oriented environment by participating in new opportunities to further the mission of the university. Participates in developing initiatives that further support the campus mission with a service-oriented and catalytic mind set. Strengthens employees by being communicative and a talent builder that develops team attributes, furthering departmental goals.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications:

  • Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a job-related field.
  • Minimum of five years in caseload advising as a CSU Student Services Professional (SSP) or equivalent.
  • Equivalent to two years of progressively responsible professional/administrative experience.


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Leadership

  • Demonstrated understanding and consideration of the differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
  • Strong record of working with minoritized and other underserved communities, first-generation students and Pell-eligible students, with experience in advising and related programming that helps close equity gaps among diverse student populations.
  • Ability to plan, coordinate, and direct the work of subordinate staff engaged in various professional, technical, and clerical functions.
  • Ability to exercise considerable judgement and discretion in effectively establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment.
  • Ability to quickly learn and apply a variety of CSU and CSUN policies and procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and state and federal labor laws.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing with clarity and proficiency.
  • Lead diverse teams to support the operational mission and vision of employers by fostering an ethical, inclusive and collegial work environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to support ongoing improvement through courageous, resilient, and catalytic leadership.
  • Lead varying initiatives through a collaborative, service-oriented and communicative approach.
  • Demonstrated commitment to employee development, recognition, and accountability to further operational goals.


Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

  • Salary is commensurate with knowledge, skills, and experience. The University offers excellent fringe benefits.
  • The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $110,000 - $115,764 per year, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
  • The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.


General Information

  • This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.


Advertised: Sep 04 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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