Application Process

The Staff Advisor Designate application period for 2025-2027 is currently open. The application deadline is Friday, April 11.

Applications must be submitted through the UC Staff Advisor Designate Application Form (2025-27).

For more information on the Staff Advisor role and application process, explore the Information for 2025-2027 Application Staff Advisor to the Regents (pdf).

Please have ALL your documentation ready including employment history, references, answers to questions etc., prior to starting the process, as you will not have an opportunity to save your application as a draft. You may preview questions and prepare responses via the Sample Application Form (pdf), but please note: this document will not be accepted as an application; you must apply through the UC Staff Advisor Designate Application Form (2025-27).

If you have any questions regarding the Staff Advisor application process or experience any barriers with completing the Smartsheet application form, please contact StaffAdvisorRecruitment@ucop.edu.

Submitting the Application Form

All staff and non-Senate academic employees meeting the eligibility requirements may apply for the position of Staff Advisor.

Service as a Staff Advisor necessitates a substantial time commitment. Your application will require your supervisor's signature which acknowledges your supervisor's understanding that, if appointed, you will be provided with the necessary release time to attend meetings and conduct business as required of the position.

We will be in touch once all applications have been received and reviewed. Thank you!