Cal-SOAP Academic Coordinator

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The IRD for this job is: 11-19-2024

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

UC Santa Cruz offers a vibrant community that inspires the intellectual and personal development of all students. The Division of Undergraduate Education supports students and creates a living-learning community where students thrive, belong, and are engaged world citizens. As a member of the Division of Undergraduate Education, the Educational Partnership Center (EPC) provides an array of school-centered and student-centered activities for students, parents, faculty, and community members across the Monterey Bay and Silicon Valley/San Jose regions to support students on the college-going pathway. The EPC coordinates new and longstanding student academic preparation efforts of the University of California, Santa Cruz with the goal of increasing access and opportunity to postsecondary education for students across our service area.

The EPC provides support to faculty, staff, and outreach groups to work collaboratively with schools, community colleges, and universities to promote educational pathways to success for all students. Programs in the EPC include:
* California Student Opportunity and Access Program (Cal-SOAP)
* California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS)
* Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP)
* Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs
(GEAR UP)
* Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA)
* TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS)

More information can be found at: https://epc.ucsc.edu

JOB SUMMARY

As a seasoned, experienced professional in K-14 academic preparation, independently works with assigned institutions and organizations to plan and implement a wide range of academic preparation programming. Develops and maintains program visibility in schools. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with K-14 and higher education institutions and / or community entities. Develops collaborative relationships with other college-going programs. This position will support the California Student Opportunity and Access Program (Cal-SOAP) in San Jose. Cal- SOAP promotes higher education among low-income and first-gen students and families in the East Side Union High School District in San Jose, directly serving Andrew Hill, James Lick, W.C. Overfelt, and Yerba Buena High Schools. Cal-SOAP helps our participants graduate from high school, apply to and begin college, secure financial aid/scholarships, and graduate with a postsecondary education credential. San Jose Cal-SOAP is funded by the California Student Aid Commission.

This is a contract position (with 10 months at full-time + remaining 2 months at a lower % of time worked) for one year from date of hire. There is the possibility of extension based on funding.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $60,000 - $66,000/ Annually = $5,000 - $5,500 / Monthly. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: Contract appointment

Job End Date: 1 year from hire date, with possibility of extension

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus / Hybrid

Union Representation: None

Job Code Classification: 004535 (K to 14 ACAD PREP SPEC 3)

Travel: Up to 25% of the time

JOB DUTIES

20% - Student Advising & Advocacy

• Delivers individual and group advising services and maintains relationships with a group of K-14 students. Acts as an advocate for students and parents.
  

15% - Post-Secondary Curriculum Development

• Develops and monitors student academic plans to ensure post-secondary admission eligibility. Designs and implements grade-appropriate college-going workshops, curricula, materials and activities.
  

15% - Student Activities & Recruitment

• Plans and implements college-going field trips and activities. Implements and facilitates recruitment strategies for program participants and events.
  

15% - Collaboration

• Develops collaborative relationships with other college-going programs and K-14 higher education personnel.

15% - Supervision

• Trains, supervises, and evaluates job performance of part-time, student, and / or summer staff. Prepares appropriate forms and documentation needed to account for, process and capture expenditures.
  

10% - Strategic Planning

• Serves on department, organization, and external committees, workgroups, and coordinating bodies. Participates in strategic and program planning.
  

10% - Data & Reporting

• Produces program reports, collects student data, documents participant contacts and progress, and tracks academic progress of program participants.
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Strong knowledge and experience working with educational equity programs serving a diverse student population.
• Experience designing, implementing and monitoring academic/enrichment programs or events.
• Knowledge of K-12 and 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.
• Knowledge of issues facing low-income, first generation youth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts.
• Strong knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements.
• Demonstrated cultural competency with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status.
• Strong verbal skills.
• Strong written skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Significant experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers.
• Bilingual written and verbal (English/Spanish).
• Strong knowledge of up-to-date information on K-12 and higher education policies and issues. Ability to assess their impact on program strategies.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California.
• Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or without accommodation.
• The selected candidate will be required to work primarily on campus, with periods of remote work possible based on operational needs. If a hybrid work schedule is confirmed, the selected candidate must be able to work successfully from a home/remote office and be able to fulfill the requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• Ability to work a variable schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Selected candidate will be required to provide proof of negative TB test.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations on and off campus.
• Ability to travel within a defined regional or service area.
• Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
• The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination