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California State University - Chico is hiring a Nursing Program Advisor (Student Services Professional II). The role advises several hundred pre-nursing and nursing students on program requirements, course selection, degree progress, and entrance and licensure exam preparation. The advisor also leads the setup of the online nursing program application and supports the School of Nursing director with accreditation reporting.

Highlights

Advise pre-nursing and nursing students on program requirements, course selection, degree progress, and preparation for entrance and licensure exams.
Run orientations and outreach activities for prospective and current students in the BS in Nursing program.
Evaluate transfer credit and work with the campus articulation officer to update articulation agreements for the BS in Nursing major.
Take a lead role in setting up the online nursing program application, reviewing submissions to confirm all requirements are met and making an initial assessment of application points.
Compile and prepare reports, and assist the School of Nursing director with annual accreditation surveys and accreditation review reports.
Serve as Chico State Nursing Club advisor, sit on ad hoc committees, and cover the department office during absences.
Equivalent to a four-year degree in the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a related field, plus two years of full-time professional experience in student services or a related area, with a master’s degree able to substitute for one year.
Preference for knowledge of e-advising tools, public speaking and outreach experience, data analysis to inform decisions, and skill handling sensitive conversations.
Salary range of $60,996 to $86,736 per year, in a full-time probationary position working Monday through Friday.

Nursing Program Advisor (Student Services Professional II) Full Description

Job/Department Summary:

Working independently under general supervision, the Nursing Program Advisor performs moderately complex professional Student Services work advising several hundred pre-nursing and nursing students. The Nursing Program Advisor advises students on program requirements, course selection, degree progress, and entrance and licensure exam preparation, conducts orientations and outreach activities, evaluates transfer credit and collaborates with the campus articulation officer to update articulation agreements for the BS in Nursing major, analyzes information, compiles and prepares reports. The Nursing Program Advisor also takes a lead role in set-up of the online nursing program application, including review of applications to ensure all requirements are met as well as initial assessment of application points. Additional responsibilities include serving as Chico State Nursing Club advisor, on ad hoc committees, covering the department office when there are absences, and assisting School of Nursing director with annual accreditation surveys and accreditation review reports.

Required Education and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field.

AND

Two years of full-time professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth.

*A Master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience. Additional specialized experience which demonstrates the applicant has successfully applied the knowledge and abilities of a Student Services professional may also be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferences:

Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills:

Knowledge of e-advising tools.
Experience with public speaking and outreach.
Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting complex data to inform decision-making.
Exercising sound judgment when interpreting policies, evaluating complex situations, and determining appropriate courses of action.
Navigating challenging conversations, including communicating difficult information and addressing sensitive or potentially contentious situations.

Time Base: Full-time

Pay Plan: 12/12

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Summer: Mon-Thurs 7:00am-5:30pm

CSU Classification Salary Range: $60,996 - $86,736 per year.

Benefits: This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).

Additional Information:

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, may require that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.

This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines. Incumbent is responsible for the safety and security of Level 1 data, sometimes also referred to as Level 1 protected data. This is confidential information that is in most cases protected by statutes, regulations, or other legal mandates.

The person holding this position is considered a “General Mandated Reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.

Chico State is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

Open Until Filled (Review of Applications will begin 11/23/26. Applications received after that date may be considered.)

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