Pipeline Programs Associate Director Job Listing at University of California in Irvine, CA (Job ID 70210)

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Job Opening ID: 70210 Reports To: Director of Admissions Working Title: PIPELINE PROGRAMS ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR Department: Law/Instructional Support Bargaining Unit: 99 FLSA: Exempt Payroll Job Code: 004510 Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine Percent of Time: 100% Work Schedule: M-F, 8-5 Employee Class: Career

 

Position Summary:
  The University of California, Irvine School of Law is the culmination of several generations of revolutionary dreamers. Those not satisfied with the status quo who wanted to redefine, reimagine and reinvent legal education. 15 years later, it continues its evolution as a dynamic academic institution stronger than its founders could have ever imagined. UCI Law provides an innovative and comprehensive curriculum, and prioritizes public service and a commitment to diversity within the legal profession. UCI Law continues to rank highly. We look forward to continuing our remarkable journey with our faculty, staff, students, alumni and community partners. The Office of Admissions and Student Financial Services is tasked with 3 major responsibilities. It oversees the Law School's pipeline initiatives. It recruits, admits, awards, and matriculates students annually into UCI Law's full-time JD program. Annually, it receives 3000+ applications for an incoming JD class consisting of 160 seats. It also provides support and resources to all the law students in the areas of billing, collections, payments, disbursements, and loan administration. Finally, it administers the UCI Law Loan Repayment Assistance Program for eligible alumni.
  Under the general direction of the Director of Admissions, the (Pipeline Programs Associate Director spearheads the law school's Pipeline initiatives. They oversee the recruitment and execution of the Pre-Law Outreach Program (POP, work/serve as UCI Law's delegate to the California Pathway to Law Initiative and the Law School's liaison to the West Coast Consortium of Law Schools. They develop and execute the implementation plans of the executed MOUs or articulated agreements signed as part of the Law School's 3+3/scholars' programs with other UCI schools OR external partners. Implementation includes working with agreement collaboration partners to recruit, market, and report/evaluate success. Pipeline initiatives increase diversity in the law school applicant pool and the legal community by demystifying legal education, increasing participants' academic competitiveness for admission to law school, and facilitating participants' entry into the profession. The incumbent oversees the initiatives' recruitment and admissions processes, develops a comprehensive strategic plan consistent with the Law School's commitment to inclusive excellence, evaluates legal issues relevant to outreach, develops marketing and publicity strategies, develops alumni and legal community networks, and is responsible for fulfilling financial planning, budgeting, and reporting requirements. The Pipeline Programs Associate Director Initiatives also participates in and executes various admissions and recruitment activities, including reviewing applications and making recommendations as a voting member of the Faculty Admissions Committee, serving as department collaboration partner on the Law Pathway to the Profession project, and representing the Law School at recruiting events. The candidate should be detail-oriented, possess excellent communication skills, be able to manage complicated projects, and analyze data. Moreover, the candidate should demonstrate an exemplary work ethic, complex project management involving multiple stakeholders (from initiation to execution) a strong sense of initiative, discretion, sensitivity, and excellent judgment. The candidate should also demonstrate a keen interest in the identification and recruitment of a diverse and talented student body. A successful candidate will also need to demonstrate a commitment to the Law School's mission of inclusive excellence.

 

Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

 

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $73,900.00 - $85,000.00 (Annual Salary). The Full Salary Range for the salary grade this position is assigned to is $73,900.00 - $133,700.00 (Annual Salary).
  Department Website:

 https://www.law.uci.edu/

 

Required:  

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Advanced knowledge of project management including program design, implementation, and evaluation. 
• Advanced knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population with an ongoing commitment to growth in the changing language of diversity. 
• Advanced and comprehensive knowledge of academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs, at colleges / universities and specifically at UC. 
• Advanced ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations, and other institutions.
• Advanced ability to develop recruitment programs, and design effective materials. 
• Advanced skills to develop the school's / college's strategic recruitment plans, designing outreach and recruitment programs and materials that will attract and enroll top candidates to the school / college, including students from under-represented groups. 
• Advanced knowledge of computers including Microsoft Office Suite including Excel. 
• Proficiency using various databases, CRM platforms, and/or email marketing software. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong organizational skills including high attention to detail. 
• Ability to work independently and under pressure, to function effectively in a team and service-oriented environment.
   

Preferred:
 

• JD degree or M.A/M.S. degree highly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of UC, and the ability to interpret and communication policies and procedures to prospective students and the public. 
• Advanced knowledge of admissions requirements for campus / school / college, including mitigating circumstances / bases for exceptions. 
• Previous law school or graduate school admissions experience.
   

Special Conditions Required:
 

• Ability to work some weekends throughout the year. 
• POP operates in a series of 4-6 sequential Saturdays each semester and during the summer. 
• Recruitment events may occur in the late afternoon/early evening or on weekends. 
• California Driver's License required

 

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu

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