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University Bridge (www.ubridge.org) is seeking a team member for a
full-time position in San Mateo, California.
We are an education company that runs 2+2 transfer pathway programs located in
California and Virginia. The programs help international students with every aspect of life inside and outside of school for the first two
years of their US college experience. We then assist with guaranteed transfer admissions to 5 of the Top 40 US universities through our
community college partnerships.
The Job: You will be responsible for the academic progress, retention and eventual
success of our cohort of international students who attend University Bridge @ CSM (our program in partnership with the College of San
Mateo). This includes both planned and ad-hoc meetings with students to answer questions related to their current needs, as well as future
transfer planning, usually within the UC or CSU systems. In addition, the associate/director will be responsible for prompt reporting of
general student updates and issues to families and other UBridge employees. Services are not a replacement of, rather a complement to,
existing services provided by the college.
Responsible for daily management of student housing needs. Also, responsible for
maintaining a social calendar for students. This includes, but is not limited to MLB and NBA games, go-karting, bowling, UC Berkeley and
other campus tours, SF visits, etc.
Qualifications: Candidates should have experience in two key areas: college
transfer advising and residential/social services and support. Although not required, the perfect candidate will have experience with
international students. Organization and leadership skills are imperative. The right person for this position will need to walk the line
between academic advising and thoughtful residential management, as well as be able to coordinate and attend fun social activities with
international students.
- College transfer advising: Because our students will typically be utilizing the UC and CSU transfer
guarantees, it is crucial to have a deep understanding of UC TAG and CSU’s “A Degree with a Guarantee.” Candidates should
possess knowledge of, and be comfortable navigating, articulation agreements that sync up with ever changing, two-year student education
plans. Maintaining relationships with key players at our education partner is also important for success.
Candidates
with community college transfer guidance or UC/CSU admissions experience will be given top consideration for this position.
- Residential/social support: Our students live together in an off-campus apartment complex that serves as their immediate
community. Organization and timeliness are paramount in being able to manage the needs of student living, from move-ins and move-outs to
day-to-day living needs, including conflict management. In addition, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining a social events
calendar of activities that students enjoy. The right candidate is someone who can inject energy and enthusiasm into these events and have a
good eye for what activities the students enjoy. Should also have the ability to connect with students through technology-enabled apps. - Bachelor’s degree with 2-5 years of work experience required; recent graduates of Master’s program also considered.
- Ability to work with flexible hours is a must.
The Location: Time will be spent at College of San
Mateo’s campus as well as the student apartments in San Mateo.
Salary & Benefits: Commensurate with
experience and competitive with public and private sector education positions.
Start date July/August 2022. Must be authorized to
work in the United States, have a car and valid driver’s license.