The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $51,000 - $58,800.
Job Closing Date
Initial applicant review will begin on or around March 30th, 2023. Posting will remain open until filled.
This contract appointment is eligible for full UC benefits.
Remote/Hybrid eligibility: This position is fully on-site.
About UC Merced
The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable, and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.
Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities for highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.
In Fall 2016, UC Merced broke ground on a $1.3 billion public-private partnership that is unprecedented in higher education. The Merced 2020 Project nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. In 2018, UC Merced opened the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.
To set the course of UC Merced's evolution, in 2021 UC Merced will enact its first-ever 10-year strategic plan. This plan will guide how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway toward earning Carnegie R1 research status, growing enrollment, upholding our identity as a minority-serving institution, and operationalizing how commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion are enacted within each campus unit. UC Merced is expected to engage in sophisticated thinking, planning, and implementation of actions that effectively diversify the professoriate and staff, improve campus climate for all campus constituency groups, and strengthen our equity, diversity, and inclusion infrastructure and capacity.
About the Job
Involves planning, developing, implementing and evaluating programs, activities, counseling, tutoring and advising focused on students' successful graduation from high school and college, and career readiness. Works with students, program alumni, teachers, counselors, school districts, community stakeholders and parents.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for collecting student data and information essential for identifying areas requiring academic interventions. Collaborates with the CEP Data Analysis and Evaluation Unit to analyze student data elements to identify, implement, and evaluate academic interventions by grade level and subject area. Produces program reports, collects student date, documents participant contacts and progress, and tracks academic progress of program participants.
Participates in strategic and program planning. Coordinates, designs and implements grade appropriate academic enrichment interventions, college-going workshops, curricula, materials and activities.
Delivers individual and group advising services and maintains relationships with a group of K-14 students and/or parents. Develops student academic plans to ensure post-secondary admission eligibility.
Develops and maintains relationships with parent/families to support student academic success and access to higher education. Delivers college-going workshops to parent and families at community and school sponsored events.
Acts as advocate for students and parents. Develops collaborative relationships with other college going programs, K-14 and higher education personnel. Serves on department, campus, and external committees, workgroups, and coordinating bodies.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's in related area from an accredited institution. (Required)
Master's degree in related area from an accredited institution. (Preferred)
Minimum of three (3) years of appropriate and relevant professional experience working for a federal program serving low-income and potential first-generation students (grades 9-12). (Required)
Experience providing academic advising services and college, career, financial aid, and economic literacy information to an assigned caseload of secondary school students (grades 9-12). (Required)
Experience advising and assisting low-income and potential first-generation students (grade 12) with the college admission and financial aid process on an individual and group basis. (Required)
Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those confronted by project participants. (Required)
CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Ability to work effectively with several target schools' personnel and administrators.
Possess strong time management skills for effective scheduling of workshops and events.
Knowledge of academic advising and college, career, financial aid, and economic literacy activities and related services.
Experience with federal programs and K-14 education environment.
Demonstrated ability to prepare and track budgets and maintain accurate financial records.
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills to establish and maintain good working relationships internally and externally.
Strong organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other team members and colleagues across the campus.
Familiarity with development software, database applications and Microsoft Office. (Preferred)
Able to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Background Check
Background check and fingerprinting will be required.
Policy Statement
How to Apply: An online application is required for each position to apply. The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan.
Vaccination Program Policy:
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment.
Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy: The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.
E-Verify: All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.
UC Merced is the first new American research university built in the 21st century, with a mission of research, teaching and service. The campus opened Sept. 5, 2005, in the San Joaquin Valley. The university is about an hour north of Fresno, two hours south of Sacramento, two hours southeast of San Francisco and the Silicon Valley, and 90 minutes west of Yosemite National Park.