Joseph Rivera
Los Angeles
Summary
Motivated student services advisor with expertise in dual enrollment and college requirements. Proven ability to coordinate engaging workshops and collaborate effectively with faculty to address student concerns. Committed to enhancing student engagement and maintaining accurate records.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Services Advisor
Compton College
12.2022 - Current
- Outreach Specialist (Compton Promise Program and Dual Enrollment)
- Guided students in selecting academic programs and career pathways, fostering informed decision-making.
- Coordinated workshops and events that increased student engagement and support, contributing to a vibrant campus community.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to address student concerns effectively.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
- Led team of student ambassadors to effectively promote campus programs and activities, enhancing visibility and participation.
Peer Advisor
California State University East Bay
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Coordinated events promoting student engagement and wellness, fostering community involvement.
- Delivered academic and career advice to students, guiding them toward informed decisions.
- Provided resources for academic support services and campus involvement.
- Addressed in-person, telephone, and email inquiries from students and staff, ensuring timely support.
- Compiled degree audit reports for student progress tracking.
- Inputted incoming transcripts and validated information to minimize errors.
- Conducted website auditing to assess functionality and user experience.
Education
MA - Sociology
California State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CABA - Sociology
California State University East Bay
Hayward, CASkills
- Student advising
- Academic advising
- Job placement assistance
- Academic planning
- Program development
- Student engagement
- Outreach methods
- Interview techniques
- Interview methods
- Records management
- Data interpretation
- Technology proficiency
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Team collaboration
References
- Dr. Darlene Zarazu, Outreach Director, dzarazu@compton.edu, 310-900-1600 ext 2767
- Kevin Nguyen, Office Manager, Kevin.nguyen@csueastbay.edu, 510-855-3622
Professional Career
- Student Services Advisor, Compton College, 12/05/22, Present, Outreach Specialist (Compton Promise Program and Dual Enrollment), Program referrals, Oversees a team of student ambassadors
- Peer Advisor, California State University East Bay, 08/16/20, 12/31/22, Degree Audit Reports, Workshops, Website Auditing
More About Me
Los Angeles native. Motivated, hardworking, team player, and idea-driven. Expertise in Dual Enrollment and college requirements.
Timeline
Student Services Advisor
Compton College
12.2022 - Current
Peer Advisor
California State University East Bay
08.2020 - 05.2022
MA - Sociology
California State University Dominguez Hills
BA - Sociology
California State University East Bay