Description
Hiring Range
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 full salary range for this position is $83,400 - $155,800. The budgeted salary that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $95,000 - $110,000.
Job Closing Date
Remote/Hybrid eligibility: The hybrid schedule for this position is up to 2 days per week (after the 6 month probationary period).
Initial applicant review will begin on or around February 21st, 2024. Posting will remain open until filled
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.
The Merced 2020 Project, a $1.3 billion public-private partnership unprecedented in higher education and completed in 2020, nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. UC Merced also operates the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.
The university's mission of educational excellence and rigorous inquiry is powered by three schools and numerous research institutes and centers that seek scientific and social solutions for the Valley, California and the world. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced is preparing the way for a rigorous medical education program.
The course of UC Merced's evolution is piloted by a long-range strategic plan. Enacted in 2021, the 10-year blueprint is guiding how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway to 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 in each campus unit.
About the Job
Manages a highly-specialized team and technical functions with the focus on transition programs and learning supports for specialized populations, including, but not limited to first generation students, students who have been impacted by the criminal justice system, students who have been in the child welfare system and/or have experienced homelessness, and transfer student support, programs for veterans, peer mentoring, and low income students. These specialized and technical functions have an organizational & institution-wide impact on student success and retention. Determines vision for area unit along with short and long-term strategy and goals and objectives. Participates in the formulation of operational and strategic planning for the department. The Associate Director for Belonging & Persistence is an integral part of the leadership team of the Calvin E. Bright Success Center. Works with the Assistant Dean of Students to develop and implement policy and practices for the unit. Aids in the development and management of the annual operating budget. Develops and implements policy practices and assessment for the area unit. Evaluates the performance of subordinate professionals and support staff with a high degree of autonomy. Evaluates the performance of subordinate professionals and support staff.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and supervise university wide transition & learning support programs designed to meet the needs of an increasing and ever changing student body. Design programs to meet the unique needs of first generation students, students who have been impacted by the criminal justice system, students who have been part of the child welfare system and/or have experienced homelessness, and low income students. Responsible for strategic planning, budget management, program assessment, and hiring, training, and supervision of staff. Implement programs designed to support year round transition and student success. Supervise a staff responsible for the design of programs that meet the needs of historically minoritized college student populations including: undocumented, first generation, low income, and foster youth. Communicate and collaborate with Assistant Dean of Students/ Director regarding program status. Serve as the designated authority to make decisions related to the daily and general operations of the program. Supervise professional and student staff responsible for program development and implementation
- Manage a complex budget that includes revenue generation, university funding, and grant funding. Responsible for overall program budget management. Communicate & collaborate with Assistant Dean of Students regarding budget management & status.
- Evaluates and identifies short and long-term trends in student demographics, academic profiles, the use of instructional technology, and current educational practices. Uses assessment tools and analytics to evaluate effectiveness of transition and support programs and makes changes using this data. Use promising practices, data, and scholarship to inform planning, program development/implementation, and advocacy. Researches and integrates new technologies to expand or enhance services.
- Market transition support programs; conduct outreach to students, academic departments, faculty and the organization.
- Develop and implement assessment plan for area. Design tools for data collection. Collaborate with partner units to ensure assessment aligns with current BSC practices, mission, vision, and equity and inclusion statement.
- Consult with the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Provost, deans, faculty and partner units to identify the needs of students and issues impacting successful transition to UC Merced. Identify needs and concerns, develop training, and provide specialized expertise.
- Serves as a USTU 010 Freshman Success Course instructor.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited institution.
- Master's degree in a related area from an accredited institution. (Preferred)
- Five years of progressively responsible related experience / or equivalent experience/ training.
CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS
- Advanced knowledge in college student development and higher education transition theories.
- Knowledge of current trends and issues that historically minoritized student populations experience in higher education. Experience developing and implementing programs for historically minoritized college student populations including: transfer, undocumented, first generation, low income, and foster youth.
- Knowledge of program assessment and survey development.
- Experience supervising a diverse team of professional and student staff.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Broad knowledge in designing and implementing learning and pedagogical models.
- Broad knowledge in strategies in critical thinking, reading, writing, note taking, test taking, time management, and goal setting.
- Proven skills in judgment and decision-making, problem-solving.
- Organizational skills and project management skills.
- Proven skills in budgeting.
- Skills in performance evaluation.
Background Check
Background check 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.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/
Employee Referral Program
This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows:
Step 5 of 7 Referrals
How did you hear about the job? (select) “other”
Additional information? (select) “other”
Specific Referral Source? (write in) first and last name of referring employee
Referring employee MUST be named on application for eligibility.
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