University of California, Merced · 1 month ago
Transfer Project Advisor or Project Coordinator (Onsite)
Merced, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$24.31/hr - $32/hr
1+ years expThe University of California, Merced is the newest campus in the UC system, focused on providing world-class educational opportunities. The Transfer Project Advisor or Project Coordinator will implement academic preparation programming, maintain relationships with K-12 institutions, and support college-going services for students and parents.
Education
Responsibilities
Under the direction of a Supervisor: Recruits and enrolls 6th – 12th-grade students for program participation. Provides academic development and support through program services tied to program outcomes/objectives
Supports with preparing summaries of each month’s activities detailing results and an assessment of monthly efforts; supports and ensures that daily, workshop, and campus visit logs, surveys, evaluations, grades, and other data instruments are entered on time; supports with preparing specific reports and updates at the immediate supervisor’s request
Supports with the development and implementation of college-going services and activities; Organizes campus visits for students, parents, and educators; supports with organizing workshops for students, parents, and educators; supports in the planning and implementation of academic preparation and parent activities and conferences; delivers admissions, personal statement, financial aid, test taking and other workshops as assigned; assists in the organization and implementation of personal and academic enrichment programs for students and parents; assists in the development and production of program publications
Maintains relationships with higher education institutions and community entities; develop and maintain professional relations with educators to identify educationally disadvantaged students to receive academic preparation and parent services; liaison to partner schools, including principals, head counselors, parents, key school personnel and/or assigned contacts regarding student and parent CEP programs; develop and maintain relationships with other UC/CSU/CCC programs including MESA, EAOP, AVID, Talent Search, CTFMS, Upward Bound, etc. as well as community based organizations, civic groups and private industry; act as a resource for elementary, middle school and high school personnel and the general public for inquiries regarding admissions, financial aid, housing, campus tours, and other related areas
Supports with the coordination of academies that provides in-depth educational support and resources to students, which may include Saturday work as well as transportation of students; maintain accurate records and documentation of program activities and participant data; supports with the monitoring of the program budget and allocates resources efficiently; stay current with education trends and best practices to improve program offerings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related area from an accredited institution
1 year of progressively responsible related experience and/or combination of experience and training
Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited institution
2 years of progressively responsible related experience and/or combination of experience and training
Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population, and sensitivity to culture, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status
Knowledge and understanding of K-14 education
Knowledge of 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
Experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged and academically at-risk students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts
Thorough knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements
Must maintain a valid CA DL, a clean Department Motor Vehicle record, and the Department Motor Vehicle Pull-Notice Program enrollment
Preferred
Advanced degree in a related area from an accredited institution may be substituted for two years of required experience
Spanish speaking preferred
Able to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed
Benefits
Eligible for full UC benefits
Company
University of California, Merced
University of California system and the first American research university of the 21st century.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
Hearst Foundations
2022-01-19Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Daniel Okoli, PhD, MBA, AIA, AUA, NCARB, CEFP
Vice Chancellor and Chief Operating Officer
Bhavna Gundamaraju
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