Graduate Student Services Advisor

The Office of Graduate Student Affairs (OGSA) in the UCLA Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) supports the academic progress and success of the department's M.S. and Ph.D. students by providing comprehensive, student-centered advising and essential academic operations support. OGSA manages the full graduate student lifecycle-including admissions, orientation, academic advising, funding coordination, degree progress, and graduation-while ensuring compliance with university policies and maintaining effective administrative processes. The office also oversees departmental course scheduling and coordination of graduate student milestone events. Under the general supervision of the Student Affairs Manager, the Graduate Student Services Advisor serves as a primary, in-person point of contact for graduate students and a trusted resource for faculty and staff. This position requires a strong on-site presence to effectively advise students, address complex academic and employment matters, and support time-sensitive operational functions. The incumbent provides direct advising on academic requirements, policies, and procedures while managing critical operational responsibilities related to course scheduling, Academic Student Employee (ASE) appointments, funding coordination, and data tracking. Consistent face-to-face interaction with students is essential to this role, as many advising needs-including degree planning, funding and employment discussions, and policy interpretation-require personalized guidance, immediate problem-solving, and close coordination with faculty and campus partners. Operational responsibilities are integral to ensuring a seamless and equitable student experience.