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University Honors Counselor - Outreach, Recruitment, Development & Alumni Relations
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31174947 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $59,000 - $81,200 |
Position Information
The University Honors Counselor is responsible for providing counseling services to a diverse caseload of approximately 250 University Honors students. Using the principles of developmental advising and a knowledge of teaching and learning theory, the incumbent promotes student development and academic success to University Honors students by guiding them in making a successful transition to university-level academics; satisfying University Honors requirements and responsibilities; developing leadership and team-building skills; participating in campus and community service; pursuing involvement in high-impact educational experiences; conducting undergraduate research; and completing a capstone project. The incumbent works with dedicated University Honors faculty and professors, who mentor students in pursuit of their capstone projects, and collaborates with academic advisors in the colleges and departments to ensure that students are making progress in pursuit of their academic goals.
The position provides program management in the following areas of academic support for University Honors students: outreach and recruitment, living-learning communities, alumni relations, and development and fundraising. As such, this position will serve as the University Honors liaison to Housing and Residential Life, to the Honors Transfer Council of California (HTCC), and to the Honors Alumni Board. The position will coordinate event/activity management/participation for the aforementioned programs and the University Honors Cording Ceremony.
The applicant most suited to this position will enjoy doing outreach & recruitment; initiating and developing connections with students, on/off campus departments, alumni, staff, faculty, and parents; talking to people; being very comfortable making presentations and tabling; having a heart to serve a diverse group of students in the Inland Empire; and being truly passionate about and believing in student development/counseling.
Please be advised that candidates may be required to provide a presentation as part of the interview process.
The budgeted hourly/salary range for this position is $59,000 - $81,200.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Must successfully complete a background check through the University's background check agency prior to your start date, and a fingerprint check through the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigations.
The position provides program management in the following areas of academic support for University Honors students: outreach and recruitment, living-learning communities, alumni relations, and development and fundraising. As such, this position will serve as the University Honors liaison to Housing and Residential Life, to the Honors Transfer Council of California (HTCC), and to the Honors Alumni Board. The position will coordinate event/activity management/participation for the aforementioned programs and the University Honors Cording Ceremony.
The applicant most suited to this position will enjoy doing outreach & recruitment; initiating and developing connections with students, on/off campus departments, alumni, staff, faculty, and parents; talking to people; being very comfortable making presentations and tabling; having a heart to serve a diverse group of students in the Inland Empire; and being truly passionate about and believing in student development/counseling.
Please be advised that candidates may be required to provide a presentation as part of the interview process.
The budgeted hourly/salary range for this position is $59,000 - $81,200.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Must successfully complete a background check through the University's background check agency prior to your start date, and a fingerprint check through the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigations.
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Master's degree in related area. | Preferred |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience in effectively analyzing and interpreting policies, procedures, and guidelines and in evaluating complex concepts and applying them appropriately. | Required |
| Experience with student academic program administration for varying class levels (freshman through senior). | Required |
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
| Travel | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, e-mail messaging, web-based software applications, and a student information system.
Knowledge of academic curricula.
Knowledge of strategies in critical thinking, reading, writing, note taking, test taking, time management, and goal setting.
Knowledge of how learning skills issues apply to a research institution.
Skill in working independently, setting priorities, and completing assignments with minimal direction.
Problem solving and organizational skills.
Skills in judgment and decision-making.
Knowledge of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
Familiarity with alumni relations, development, and fundraising.
Multicultural competencies, knowledge and experience working and interacting effectively with diverse groups of staff, faculty, and student populations.
Interpersonal skills.
Skill in accurate record keeping with strict attention to detail.
Knowledge of current research and theoretical models that influence the application and delivery of academic services (e.g., discipline specific, student-population specific).
Experienced knowledge of specific learning theory, learning styles, affective issues, academic issues, and socio-cultural/linguistic issues in applying academic support to students.
Knowledge of program development, data gathering, assessment, and evaluation skills.
Familiarity with outreach/recruitment and admissions.
Knowledge of academic curricula.
Knowledge of strategies in critical thinking, reading, writing, note taking, test taking, time management, and goal setting.
Knowledge of how learning skills issues apply to a research institution.
Skill in working independently, setting priorities, and completing assignments with minimal direction.
Problem solving and organizational skills.
Skills in judgment and decision-making.
Knowledge of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
Familiarity with alumni relations, development, and fundraising.
Multicultural competencies, knowledge and experience working and interacting effectively with diverse groups of staff, faculty, and student populations.
Interpersonal skills.
Skill in accurate record keeping with strict attention to detail.
Knowledge of current research and theoretical models that influence the application and delivery of academic services (e.g., discipline specific, student-population specific).
Experienced knowledge of specific learning theory, learning styles, affective issues, academic issues, and socio-cultural/linguistic issues in applying academic support to students.
Knowledge of program development, data gathering, assessment, and evaluation skills.
Familiarity with outreach/recruitment and admissions.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge in designing and implementing learning and pedagogical models.
May require knowledge of NCAA policies, rules, and regulations.
May require knowledge of NCAA policies, rules, and regulations.
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