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MEP Academic Achievement Counselor

Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 47927

JOB POSTING

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NOTIFICATIONS

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INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

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The IRD for this job is: 02-13-2023

 

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

Originally founded in 1997, Baskin Engineering is the first professional school at UC Santa Cruz. Over the past 25 years, Baskin Engineering has become a unique 21st century school of engineering and technology, characterized by evolutionary growth fueled by on-going research opportunities that open new areas of intellectual inquiry.  Baskin Engineering has grown to include six academic departments, a variety of research centers and institutes, and has ambitious plans for further programmatic growth. The focus of Baskin Engineering educational programming is to instill strong basic knowledge for sound practice in science and ethical engineering for the well-being of society, and its diverse curricula facilitate creative thinking and prepare students for productive and rewarding careers. Baskin Engineering is focused on building collaborative connections and expanding instruction and research activities for faculty and students at UC Santa Cruz, both at its Santa Cruz campus and at its campus in Silicon Valley, the international center of technological innovation.

Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) is nationally recognized for its innovative and effective academic development program. MESA engages thousands of educationally disadvantaged students so they excel in math and science and graduate with math-based degrees. At the Baskin School of Engineering, the MESA Engineering Program (MEP) Center, is an academic enhancement and student success program that supports and enhances the diversity of Baskin's undergraduate student population. The Multicultural Engineering Program (MEP) Center functions as an integral part of the School's Student Success initiatives and specifically implements retention strategies and pre-professional development activities that serve underrepresented populations in the School of Engineering. 

We champion new ideas and uphold the UCSC Principles of Community.

 

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the MESA Engineering Program Director, and working closely with other key Baskin Engineering staff and faculty, such as the Director of Undergraduate Advising and the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Affairs, the MEP Academic Achievement Counselor provides a broad range of academic counseling services to support participants in the School of Engineering's MEP Program. The Counselor works with students to build community and implements strategies focused on Student Success.

 

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Salary Information: Salary Range: $67,400 - $78,000/year. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.

No. of Positions: 1

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: This is a Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: 004501 (ACAD ACHIEVEMENT CNSLR 3)

Travel:  Never or Rarely

 

JOB DUTIES

50% - Academic Advising an Assessment

• Provides multicultural academic counseling across disciplines to MEP students (e.g., low-income, first-generation college, underrepresented populations, etc.).
• Provides general financial, and career counseling to MEP students (e.g., low-income, first-generation college, and underrepresented populations).
• Monitors students' academic progress.
• Conducts comprehensive analyses of students' academic issues and needs and provides solutions and alternatives to problem areas.
• Helps students develop strategies to solve academic problems.
• Works with academic departments, faculty, and department management to help resolve and advocate specific student academic issues.
• Refers students to appropriate campus specialized programs and resources.
• Meets with students individually and in small groups to provide holistic advising in the areas of academic planning, course selection, as well as, adjusting to the university, campus life and academic setting.
• Assists with planning and developing transitional and retention programs.

35% - Program Development and Coordination

• Manages the day-to-day use of the MEP Study Center and supervision of student employees.
• Implements and organizes effective retention programs and strategies for students who are the first in their families to attend college, come from historically low-income backgrounds and under-resourced schools and communities.
• Coordinates and implements programs and workshops that build upon the strengths of engineering students with learning outcomes related to academic and student success.
• Collaborates with appropriate campus units to develop and implement study skills, career development, academic success and student leadership seminars and workshops.
• Arranges presentations, demonstrations, tours, and other details as related to outreach activities.
• Assists with the inventory and MEP lending library inventory.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of the Student Information System.
• Completes all appropriate training seminars and updates electronic records as appropriate.
• Keeps abreast of student trends in higher education, particularly low-income and first- generation college populations.
• Participates in professional development activities to continually evolve best practices and stays abreast of innovative and research based practices.
• Attends regular MESA statewide planning meetings, and other professional meetings, workshops and advising conferences.

15% - Community Building and Servingness

• Creates validating experiences for students in the program.
• Develops programming around MEP's diverse community.
• Discovers and implements communication tools to support students and parents.
• Assists community college students in transition to university both pre-and post transfer.
• Works with a translator to create media and communications in Spanish.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the theories and practice of counseling, learning, human and career development.
• 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 federal, state, and local requirements to provide for access, health, confidentiality, and safety; legal and ethical issues governing the delivery of counseling services.
• Knowledge of trends and issues facing low-income and first-generation college, underrepresented, and underserved students, and students with disabilities in higher education.
• Experience in analyzing complex situations and identifying solutions for problem-solving.
• Experience in developing and administering programs designed to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Experience in researching, compiling and analyzing data, and generating reports.
• Experience in conflict management and intervention strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Excellent written communication skills.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in related area.
• 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.

 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• 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, and be able to fulfill requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• Ability to work a variable schedule.
• 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 maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
• The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.
• 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.

 

HOW TO APPLY

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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.



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The University of California is an Equal 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.







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