Coordinator for Student Engagement and Belonging (On-Site) (Contract)

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 salary range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $60,000 - $67,000.

Remote/Hybrid eligibility: This position is in person 5 days a week on the main campus.

2 year contract or until fundings end. Eligible for full UC Benefits.

Must maintain valid CA DL, a clean DMV record and enrollment in DMV Pull-Notice Program.

Initial applicant review will begin on or around May 21st, 2025. Posting will remain open until filled.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

The Office of Student Involvement is charged with providing an engaging, educational, and involved co-curricular experience for UC Merced students. The Program Coordinator for Student Engagement & Belonging Initiatives, under the direction of the Associate Director of Student Involvement, assists in the day-today operations, programs, and long-range planning for all student involvement programs, facilities, and initiatives. The Program Coordinator for Student Involvement & Belonging Initiatives will provide expertise, support, and leadership for student clubs/organizations for belonging, diversity and inclusion at the University of California, Merced.

The Program Coordinator will collaborate with students and colleagues to plan, implement, assess, and coordinate learning opportunities that provide student clubs/organizations skill building, knowledge, and the mindset to achieve and sustain an inclusive learning and working environment. As part of the Office of Student Involvement, the Program Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and assessing in-person and leadership development content related but not limited to inclusion, recruitment, diversity, equity, student advising, inclusion processes in membership selection, and advocacy. Expertise in the field of diversity, inclusion, belonging, collaboration with others and innovation are core expectations for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs, trainings, workshops and initiatives rooted in inclusion and social justice theory and practice and provide support outreach and advocacy to students related to identity exploration/intersection of identities, power, privilege, in the areas of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class, etc., and increase campus-wide dialogue and understanding on topics related to inclusion, social justice, equity and access.
• Serve as staff support for the student success, involvement, and engagement initiatives.
• Provide mediation, advising, and support to student organizations and student leaders.
• Assist in creating partnerships with community/off-campus agencies to promote awareness and understanding of inclusion and social justice.
• Serve on the committee for signature programs such as Welcome Week, Parent & Family involvement initiatives, and Cultural and Identity Graduations/Celebrations.
• Advise and support cultural/ethnic/identity-based clubs and organizations; work collaboratively with all clubs and organizations (including Fraternity and Sorority Life) and Student Involvement pillars to establish trainings, workshops, and programming designed to enhance students' academic, personal, and career pursuits.
• Work in collaboration with other departments to provide large and small-scale student-centered programming, including training and workshops.
• Plan and implement themed months to promote awareness and appreciation.
• Create and distribute educational and program resources related, but not limited to, cultural identity and inclusion issues.
• Use strategic planning process to expand inclusion and social justice Initiatives in accordance with student success, Student Affairs divisional priorities, and Office of Student Involvement goals.
• Manage program budget, resources, and supplies.
• Provide ongoing, transformational advising and development to student leaders participating in co-curricular programs and/or organizations on a wide range of issues.
• Provide supervisor with weekly and/or monthly reports and assessments. Meet regularly with the Associate Director of Student Involvement.
• Coordinate a variety of special events throughout the year designed to enhance campus life.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strong campus-wide inclusion and Social Justice initiatives, infusing a sense of multiculturalism throughout the Office of Student Involvement, the division of Student Affairs, and UC Merced campus.
• Actively serve on campus-wide committees and assist with other special campus events. Plan, implement, and staff various campus activities and events.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external organization stakeholders critical to program success.
• Lead set up and support of technical equipment (such as sound, lights, and computer equipment) for OSI programs and student events.
• Coordinate, facilitate, and support evening and weekend programs.
• Participate in the overall planning and management of the Office of Student Involvement.
• Assist in programmatic and planning efforts as needed in other areas of Student Involvement.
• Assist /participate in the student staff hiring process for the Office of Student Involvement.
• Solicit funds and coordinate fundraising for programmatic activities.
• Serve on various department and campus committees, especially social justice, identity, and inclusive initiatives.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned by the Director, Associate Director, AVC, and Vice Chancellor.
• May provide direction, support, and supervision to interns and/or student staff.
• Develop and implement assessments and evaluations of student programs and events.
• Conduct an annual benchmarking/evaluation initiative regarding selected programs or services.
• Assist the Associate Director of Student Involvement with the development of area and assessment goals.
• Develop and implement innovative ways to communicate with students, faculty, and staff regarding events.
• Manage content and update department webpages.
• Conduct quarterly and annual reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 3 years of progressively responsible related experience.
• Advanced degree, Master's Degree in Leadership in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, or a closely related field. (Preferred)

AND

• 3 years of progressively responsible experience within the field/discipline/specialty.
• Experience working with faculty, staff and students in a 4-year higher education environment. (Preferred)
• Multi-lingual (Spanish and/or Hmong) (Preferred)

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS

• Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability related to topics of social justice, including power, privilege, oppression, and intersections of identity.
• Proven experience coordinating large and small-scale multifaceted events including budget management, meeting/event coordination, and organization and management of volunteers. (Preferred)
• Ability to appropriately advise and support student-driven events, activism, including educational, social, academic, and political activities.
• Knowledge of student development theory and practice (i.e. Abes, Jones & McEwen, Torres, Jones, & Renn, Adams, Bell, Griffin, etc.). (Preferred)
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans for programmatic and administrative management services. (Preferred)
• Ability to administer and manage multiple operations and related systems and procedures. (Preferred)
• Working knowledge of University of California Policy, Guidelines, and Procedures to Campus Protests. (Preferred)
• Ability to work independently with little direction, yet maintaining accountability through regular reporting. (Preferred)
• Follows trends, issues, and concerns in real time that may impact the university population and require adjustments to plans and goals. (Preferred)
• Experience understanding of how and when to partner with or direct students to professional counseling, crisis management, or other avenues of support on or off campus. (Preferred)
• Experience in the full life cycle of campus programming (needs assessment, program design, and evaluation). (Preferred)
• Experience and understanding of the norms of student conduct philosophy, procedures, and practice. (Preferred)
• Demonstrated comfort working with a diverse set of colleagues, supervisors, administrators, students, guests, faculty, staff, visitors, and other parties in reviewing procedures, setting policy, resolving problems, and following through to implement change. (Preferred)
• Ability to make clear, informative, and persuasive presentations to internal and external groups. (Preferred)
• Skill and temperament to provide and create opportunities for strong collaborations, cross-cultural communication, and department interaction. (Preferred)
• Experience in creating and implementing training models and programs. Ability to deliver educational workshops around advising, leadership theories, group dynamics, etc. (Preferred)
• Experienced with coordinating event logistics (i.e., event layout, security, parking, sound equipment, design, etc.). (Preferred)
• Competence using computer programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Office/Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat Pro, etc.
• Experience interfacing and collaborating with college and University student organizations and programs.
• Ability to execute flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends. (Preferred)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to write complex and comprehensive reports, marketing copy, general correspondence, and other documents. (Preferred)
• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline such as Counseling, Education, Social Justice or Human Rights and three years of progressively responsible related experience working with diverse populations including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, socio-economic backgrounds, and/or a variety of religions, etc., working to support through education, activism, social, political, and academic activities. (Preferred)

Background check required.

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.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 Anti-Discrimination Policy.

It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

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/

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:

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