General Information
| Job Description | STDT LIFE DEVT SUPV 2 | Working Title | Director of African Student Programs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 004568 | Grade | 21 |
| Department Name | African Student Programs - D01160 | Department Head | |
| Supervisor | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
|---|---|---|
| 004563 | STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 2 | 1 |
| 004564 | STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 3 | 1 |
Generic Scope
| Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives. |
Custom Scope
| Supervises Student Life & Development Specialists and support staff, and administers a component of a Student Affairs or Student Life program. Independently oversees day-to-day operations, and determines goals and performance expectations of subordinates. Makes recommends concerning improvements of program/function to manager. |
Department Custom Scope
| The Director of African Student Programs provides leadership, guidance, and oversees programs for the African Student Programs office on the UCR campus. The Director oversees the support and development of programs and services promoting the academic, social and cultural well being of UC Riverside's students of African descent and provides the general campus with the opportunity to increase its awareness of African/African-American experience. Under the direction of the Asst Dean of Students, this position manages social, cultural and educational events. This is a critical position for the campus that establishes relationships with all student organizations, provides individual and clubs non-academic advising and referrals. The Director hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates the performance of African Student Programs professional program staff, and provides clear expectations regarding their professional performance. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Master's degree. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
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License Requirements
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid Driver License | Required |
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
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Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
Monitors employee performance and provides direction and assistance.
|
20 |
Provides training to subordinates.
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35 |
Solves the most complex and sensitive issues arising in Student Affairs/Life & Development specialization.
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5 |
| Recommends corrective action, hiring, and separation of employees when appropriate. | 10 |
Recommends changes to program policies, processes, and procedures.
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10 |
| Provide Strategic vision and oversight on development of program design and applicability. Measure, assess, and evaluate programs and staff. Evaluate program effectiveness on an ongoing basis, using appropriate assessment tools, and utilize feedback to inform future priorities, enhancements, and initiatives which respond to the evolving needs of students and the University. Utilize these evaluation efforts to guide strategic planning and goal setting for the department. | 10 |
| Serves as a liaison with the Alumni Association, the Office of Development, International Student Services, and other campus partners as needed. May drive students and staff to and from on and off campus events. | 10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. | Required |
| Knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs Skills in monitoring/assessing people, processes or services, to make improvements. | Required |
| Skills in project and program management, social perceptiveness to be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. | Required |
| Strong knowledge of University and departmental policies, processes, and procedures. | Required |
| Knowledge of risk assessment principles along with the ability to evaluate risks and the likelihood of consequences. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs/Student Life specialization. | Required |
| Strong skills in active listening, critical thinking, negotiation, reasoning, organizing, written and verbal communication; multitasking and intercultural competence and uses these skills to develop original ideas to solve problems. | Required |
| Strong leadership skills to motivate employees and influence attitudes and behaviors. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Must possess or obtain a valid driver¿s license in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles. | Required |
| Ability to drive and provide transportation for students to event sites. | Required |
Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
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Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |