Program Coordinator- Contract
Company: University of California - Irvine
Location: Irvine
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
Job Opening ID: 67584Reports To: Director Working Title: Program
Coordinator- Contract Department: Dream CenterBargaining Unit:
99FLSA: Non-ExemptPayroll Job Code: 004500Job Location: UCI Campus-
IrvinePercent of Time: 100%Work Schedule: 8-5, M-FEmployee Class:
Contract
Position Summary: The UCI DREAM Center stands with and serves those
impacted by immigration policy through advancing systemic change,
deconstructing oppressive policies, and fostering community. We
work towards personal growth, collective healing, and visible
change. This is achieved through providing scholarship
opportunities, resources, and programs around the values of
diversity, resilience, empowerment, advocacy and mentorship.
Performs a limited range of counseling and advice to targeted
students. Provides straightforward counseling and advice to
commonly-encountered situations independently, but receives
assistance for unusual situations. Under the general direction of
the DREAM Center director, the incumbent is responsible for the
planning, development, and implementation of programs and services
to engage and support undergraduate and graduate students impacted
by immigration status as undocumented or students from mixed-status
families at UCI. In addition, the program coordinator is
responsible for planning programs and events to help undocumented
students address educational obstacles.
Total Compensation:
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of
benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits
may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement
savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks.
Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our
compensation practices and benefits. $26.92 - $46.36 (Hourly
Rate)
Department Website:
https://dream.uci.edu/
Required:
1-2 years of experience working in a
university setting or related program, activity, and leadership
experience. Ability to successfully address and mediate conflicts
in a tactful and neutral way.Bachelor's degree in related area and
/ or equivalent experience / training.Bachelor's degree in related
area and / or equivalent experience / training.Knowledge of
personal growth and development areas, 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. Knowledge of
trends and issues facing low-income and first-generation college,
underrepresented, disadvantaged, physically challenged, and under
prepared students in higher education. Knowledge and experience in
analyzing problems and identifying solutions for problem-solving;
skills and experience in developing and administering programs.
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. Dynamic
leadership working with multicultural students and student
organizations in a higher education setting; demonstrated success
in promoting a strong sense of commitment to diversity and
inclusion.
Preferred:
Knowledge of the theories and
practice of counseling, learning, human and career development.
Familiarity with research methodologies and research designs.
Knowledge of University, college, and major requirements, policies
and procedures, including policies on handling student records and
confidential documents. Knowledge of student development theory,
multicultural identity development, leadership development, group
dynamics, and management theory and proven ability to apply
information in decision making and problem-solving situations.
Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations
including students from different cultural backgrounds as well as
faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and community members. Expertise
in developing collaborative working relationships with other campus
departments with specific attention to Student Affairs programming
units and ethnic studies academic departments; knowledge of
programs which enhance and integrate the relationship between
Academic and Student Affairs. Experience interpreting university
policies and procedures and ability to develop, interpret, and
implement same. Experience in working with historically
underrepresented and underserved communities, including: mediating,
managing and resolving conflicts; facilitating group work; and
training students and staff. Ability to prepare documents, reports,
publications, and brochures; experience coordinating web-based
services. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, evaluate, and summarize
data. Advanced content expertise and knowledge of research findings
and best practices for undocumented students in: retention,
academic achievement, student learning, collaborative learning and
group work, identity and student development, multicultural
education, and campus climate issues.
Special Conditions Required:
Occasionally need to work special
events on weekends and evenings Work with the DREAM Center and
Immigrant Legal Services staff team to ensure areas of operations,
events, and crisis management needs are met Conditions of
Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe
and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of
this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment
must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Background Check and Live ScanLegal
Right to work in the United StatesVaccination PoliciesSmoking and
Tobacco PolicyDrug Free EnvironmentThe following additional
conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business
unit or job specific requirements.
California Child Abuse and Neglect
Reporting ActE-VerifyPre-Placement Health EvaluationDetails of each
policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page -
https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive
excellence. 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 nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce
along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and
identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain
working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable,
and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with
disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact
Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu
Keywords: University of California - Irvine, Rancho Santa Margarita , Program Coordinator- Contract, Other , Irvine, California
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