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Program Coordinator for the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center

University of California Merced

Job ID
34004

Location
Merced

Hiring Range

$54,000 - $60,000


Job Closing Date

Initial applicant review will begin on or around April 21st, 2022. Posting will remain open until filled.


About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable, and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities for highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.

In Fall 2016, UC Merced broke ground on a $1.3 billion public-private partnership that is unprecedented in higher education. The Merced 2020 Project nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. In 2018, UC Merced opened the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.

To set the course of UC Merced's evolution, in 2021 UC Merced will enact its first-ever 10-year strategic plan. This plan will guide how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway toward earning Carnegie R1 research status, growing enrollment, upholding our identity as a minority-serving institution, and operationalizing how commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion are enacted within each campus unit. UC Merced is expected to engage in sophisticated thinking, planning, and implementation of actions that effectively diversify the professoriate and staff, improve campus climate for all campus constituency groups, and strengthen our equity, diversity, and inclusion infrastructure and capacity.


About the Job

Under the direction of the UROC Director, the incumbent will oversee and manage programs/initiatives, including undergraduate research fellowships, external experiential learning programs, research travel grants, research opportunity advising, research and graduate preparation workshops, and diversity outreach. The UROC Coordinator will also develop and oversee the coordination of the nine-week UROC Summer Undergraduate Research Institute for student scholars from UC Merced and external campuses. Provides counseling and general academic, personal, financial, and career counseling across disciplines and colleges /schools to 'at-promise' populations (e.g., low-income, first-generation college, and underrepresented populations).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts comprehensive analyses of students' issues and needs and provides solutions and alternatives to problem areas. Takes the lead role in creating, implementing, and interpreting needs assessments, program evaluation tools, and all program assessment duties.

Assists students with graduate school applications, program selection, and personal statement development. Monitors students' academic progress and assists students in developing problem-solving and self-management skills. Advocates on behalf of student concerns.

Trains and supervises student staff and paraprofessionals.

Assumes liaison responsibility with academic departments, faculty, community organizations, and external systemwide program partnerships. Works with student services and academic departments, faculty, and community partners to help resolve specific student academic and success issues.

Assists students with the academic research process, including developing a question and hypothesis, selecting appropriate quantitative or qualitative research methods, evaluating evidence, and writing reports.

Tracks progress of scholars, collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on performance, persistence, and degree completion.

As an experienced professional provides counseling and advice but may escalate unusual situations to the supervisor. Provides counseling and general academic, personal, financial, and career counseling across disciplines and colleges /schools to 'at-promise' populations (e.g., low income, first-generation college, and underrepresented populations).


Qualifications

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in a related area and three years of directly related, progressively responsible experience, or seven years of directly related, progressively responsible experience / training. (Required)

Master's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. (Preferred)

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Demonstrated knowledge of counseling, learning, human and career development theories, and practices.

Knowledge in how to enhance students' intellectual and personal growth and development, including critical thinking, effective communication, self-appraisal, self-esteem, clarification of values, appropriate career choices, and leadership.

Knowledge of the methodologies used to enhance student achievement, such as collaborative teaching/learning models, strategies for effective counseling and peer mentoring, small group facilitation and training, coaching, mentoring, and advocacy.

Knowledge of trends and issues facing low-income and first-generation college, underrepresented, disadvantaged, physically challenged, and underprepared students in higher education.

Knowledge and experience in analyzing complex situations and identifying solutions for problem-solving; skills and experience in developing and administering programs designed to meet the diverse needs of students.

Knowledge and experience in researching, compiling and analyzing data, and generating reports. (Preferred)

Knowledge of research methodologies and research designs. (Preferred)

Knowledge of and experience in conflict management and intervention strategies.

Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements to provide for access, health, confidentiality, and safety; legal and ethical issues governing the delivery of counseling services.


Background Check

Background check and fingerprinting will be required.


Policy Statement

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 [email protected].

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan.

Vaccination Program Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment.

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/

To apply, please visit: https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucm/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=25&JobOpeningId=34004&PostingSeq=1







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