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Upward Bound RCJ Assistant Director
Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
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28292440 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $54,200 - $63,950 |
Position Information
The Upward Bound Rialto/Colton-Joint (RCJ) Assistant Director (AD) is responsible for the management and implementation of all aspects of the Upward Bound Federal Grant Program Rialto/Colton-Joint. The AD will provide pre-college services to at least 60 participants and their parents at 3 high schools in San Bernardino County. Responsibilities includes conceptualization, development and implementation of program services described in grant objectives. The AD will provide advising, supervision and instruction to high school student participants to help them develop academic skills which will enable them to be admitted and successfully graduate from a 4-year university. The AD will be responsible for the collection of information and tracking of program services provided to participants for the annual performance report. Will provide assistance to the Director in making decisions regarding allocations of funds for implementation of grant objectives. This is a grant funded position and it is in year 1 of 5 of the current grant and may be extended based on funding and project needs. The budgeted hiring salary is up to $61,500.00.
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 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 ten weeks after their first date of employment.
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 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 ten weeks after their first date of employment.
Education
Education Requirements
Degree | Requirement |
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Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Master's Degree or equivalent work experience in related area. | Preferred |
Licenses
License | Requirement |
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Valid California Driver's License | Required |
Experience
Experience | Requirement |
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Minimum of 5 years of related experience. | Required |
2 years of experience evaluating academic documents, including high school transcripts, state testing scores, progress reports and academic skill assessments. | Preferred |
1 year of experience in budget forecasting, maintaining cost effectiveness to implement grant budget and implementing TRiO Regulations. | Preferred |
2 years of experience in supervising professional and student staff. | Preferred |
Special Conditions
Special Condition | Requirement |
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Must possess or obtain a valid driver's license in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles | Required |
Ability to drive to schools and event sites. | Required |
Ability to work on weekends, evenings, attend overnight trips and provide overnight supervision for summer programs. | Required |
Public Driving Record | Required |
Travel | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Strong knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements
Strong communications (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
Significant experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers.
Knowledge of K-12 and 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.
Strong knowledge of up-to-date information on K-12 and higher education policies and issues. Ability to assess their impact on program strategies.
Strong knowledge and experience working with educational equity programs serving a diverse student population.
Ability to establish and maintains cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts.
Demonstrated cultural competency with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status.
Knowledge of youth and adolescent development theory, including issues facing low-income, first generation urban youth.
Strong communications (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
Significant experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers.
Knowledge of K-12 and 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.
Strong knowledge of up-to-date information on K-12 and higher education policies and issues. Ability to assess their impact on program strategies.
Strong knowledge and experience working with educational equity programs serving a diverse student population.
Ability to establish and maintains cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts.
Demonstrated cultural competency with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status.
Knowledge of youth and adolescent development theory, including issues facing low-income, first generation urban youth.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview