Program assistant Jobs in Riverside, CA

Program Coordinator

A unit within the portfolio of the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs, Chicano Student Programs (CSP) is an essential department that provides academic support services, mentoring/leadership development, co-and extra-curricular programming, K-14 outreach and non-academic counseling among other things, for all UC Riverside students with an emphasis on Chicano Latino scholars. In collaboration with the Director & Assistant Director, the program coordinator develops, plans, implements and evaluates programs, services, initiatives and activities for Chicano Student Programs (CSP). The Program Coordinator is responsible to plan, implement, market and evaluate cultural and education programs related to Chicano Latino students; coordinate outreach efforts targeted to K-12 and community college students; coordinate cross cultural programs with other campus departments; provide support and assistance to Chicano Latino student organizations; assist in recruitment, training and supervision of peer mentors with a focus on mentorship to Chicano/Latino students at large; and act as an advocate for student concerns. The incumbent independently analyzes campus wide needs to develop a programmatic response, serving as a subject matter expert pertaining to Chicano Latino undergraduate and graduate student success. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for the student intern selection process, supervision, training and day-to-day work flow management for the interns, mentor volunteers and delegates.

The full salary range for the Program Coordinator, (005152) is $58,800 - $101,220 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $64,102 annually. We base placement within these ranges on the individual's qualifications as they relate to this position. 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.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. - Required

Master's degree. - Preferred

Experience Requirements

3 - 7 years of related experience. - Required

Demonstrated experience with student development practices in higher education and mentoring/empowerment of students. - Preferred

License Requirements

Valid Drivers License - Required

Minimum Requirements

Thorough knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.

Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs/Student Life specialization.

Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance.

Abilities in project management, problem identification and reasoning skills.

Ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.

Knowledge of student issues impacting a campus population, including national trends, policies, and concerns affecting Chicano/Latino college students.

Strong program, planning, organizational and time management skills sufficient to independently set priorities, coordinate and complete a number of competing assignments with established deadlines.

Skill in creating and facilitating interactive presentations and workshops from inception to completion.

Skill in working as part of a team and collaborating with colleagues.

Demonstrated ability to work with individuals and groups with a wide array of identity and life experiences, including gender, disability, class race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, culture, religion, etc.

Knowledge, sensitivity and understanding of the social, political, personal and cross-cultural needs, concerns and interests of Chicano/Latino students of intersecting identities in the campus community and thorough understanding of Chicano Student Programs mission, vision and values.

Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion including an understanding of the historical and social context of diversity, equity and inclusion, and of the intersections of identities including but not limited to: race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religious, ability, and class background.

Ability to develop educational programs, including diversity training development and facilitation.

Demonstrated skills in establishing and sustaining effective working partnerships with a diverse group of staff, faculty, and administrators in non-profit, legal, and social service agencies and a volunteer base.

The candidate must possess a critical understanding of the diverse experiences of Chicano and Latino student populations, with deep knowledge of the cultural, historical, and socio-political diversity across Central American, South American, Caribbean, and Mexican American communities.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs and knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Knowledge of the methodologies used to enhance student achievement, such as collaborative learning models, strategies for effective counseling and peer mentoring, small group facilitation and training, coaching, mentoring, and advocacy.

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.

• 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 Employer. 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 under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

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