University of California, San Diego Looking for Imperial Valley Assistant Coordinator – 128208 Full Time

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in
being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or
transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by
02/19/2024 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special
Selection Applicants: Apply by 02/28/2024. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

A Resume and Cover Letter are Required for a Complete Application. This position will remain open until filled.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The San Diego and Imperial Counties California Student Opportunity and Access Program (Cal-SOAP) unit
provides services and programming intended to increase the number of students who prepare for and enter post-secondary institutions. The
grant is administered by a Consortium of local colleges and universities, school districts, and other educational entities who cooperate to
combine resources and provide matching funds for this state-funded project. UC San Diego serves as the fiscal agent for the project,
administering state funds, allocated to the project through the California Student Aid Commissions (CSAC), and serves as the employer of 8
project staff members and ~50 College Readiness Coaches.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the
Cal-SOAP Director, and in consultation with the Imperial Valley Assistant Director, the Imperial Valley Assistant Coordinator plans and
implements recruitment of program participants at Imperial Valley schools to motivate students towards college. This position is responsible
for maintaining relationships with higher education institutions and/or community entities to implement informational, motivational, and
academic preparation activities for socio-economically disadvantaged students in grades K-12. Develops and maintains program visibility in
schools by conducting academic enrichment workshops; providing one-on-one advising, motivational activities, information about college
preparation. Will recruit, train and supervise student college peer advisors and tutors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population, and sensitivity to culture, race, ethnicity, gender
  identity, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. Demonstrated skill in working independently and exercising sound judgment, tact,
  and diplomacy when working with students from educationally disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Knowledge and understanding of K-14
  education. Knowledge of state and national trends as they relate to Cal-SOAP Programs and understanding of related issues in higher
  education with ability to evaluate academic data and records and make analytical decisions as well as provide direct support to students and
  their families in FAFSA/CADA completion, postsecondary applications (UC, CSU, CC and private institutions)and motivation.
• Knowledge
  of higher education institutions (UC, CSU, CC, etc.), admissions and financial aid requirements, and the ability to interpret policies and
  procedures to youth, parents, and school representatives. Ability to analyze, apply and explain defined academic
  policies.
• Experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged and academically at-risk students regarding postsecondary
  opportunities and careers. Ability to interpret academic records of students to make appropriate recommendations regarding students’
  curriculum.
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals,
  teachers, and community contacts. Ability to prioritize, organize, and coordinate programs and activities with other staff, departments and
  school administrators to meet program needs.
• Thorough knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements.
  Knowledge in college entrance testing (ACT/SAT) a-g completion, and AP/ IB credit .
• Ability to conduct independent and unsupervised
  individual and group counseling sessions with participating students/parents.
• Knowledge of admissions and financial aid policies and
  procedures for various public and private colleges and universities.
• Competency in the use of personal computers which includes
  knowledge of software, data-base and word processing systems
• Demonstrated highly effective interpersonal, group, and cross-cultural
  communication skills. Skill in public speaking and presentations. Ability to lead and facilitate effective group and team-building
  activities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not
  required.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Job offer is contingent upon a satisfactory clearance based on background
  check results.
• Occasional overtime and weekends may be required

Duties may require direct contact with children (defined as
individuals under the age of 18). Completion of the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) form is required.

Pay
Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $52,100 – $87,900 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $24.95 – $42.10

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience,
skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale
referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The
Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and
collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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