Assistant Director, Student Involvement & Engagement (On-Site)

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Job ID

81954

Location

Merced

Full / Part Time

Full Time

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Hiring Range

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The salary range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $74,000 / yr - $90,000 / yr.

Job Closing Date

Remote / Hybrid eligibility : This position is Fully On-Site.

This posting will remain open until filled with initial applicant review expected to be on or around October 30, 2025.

About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

About the Job

This position is responsible for supporting the efforts of the Student Involvement Office, primarily in the areas of student organization advising. The Assistant Director for Student Involvement & Engagement Programs is a part of a professional staff team in the Student Involvement Office, a department within the Division of Student Affairs. The Student Involvement Office provides programs, services, and advising to enhance the campus life experience for students and others in the University community.

The Assistant Director for Student Involvement & Engagement Programs is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the student organization program in addition to advising 240 + student organizations which include 20 Fraternity and Sorority organizations and committees, coordinating the student engagement platform, and serving as a conduit for the facilitation of student involvement on campus. The Assistant Director establishes and maintains cooperative and collaborative working relationships with students, staff, faculty members, and community members. This position reports to the Associate Director of Student Involvement.

Strategic Initiatives, Assessment, & Compliance

• Advise, direct, and monitor all fraternity and sorority recruitment processes including informal and formal recruitment initiatives and Membership Intake Programs (MIP). Monitor a comprehensive calendar of fraternity and sorority and student organization events and meetings using established reservations, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Develop a robust strategic growth and development for the fraternity and sorority community including the potential addition of chapters, programming, and housing, etc. Design and implement a comprehensive marketing plan for promoting the fraternity / sorority experience at UC Merced. Develop and manage the fraternity and sorority expansion process. Advise the Fraternity and Sorority Council (FSC), the Professional Fraternity Council (PFC), and Order of Omega to Generate fraternity and sorority life grade reports, recruitment, and membership statistics.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of programs and services to ascertain achievement of learning outcomes as set by the Office of Student Involvement and the Division of Student Affairs. Assess campus community interests, needs, and resources, as well as national trends in student organization programs. Participate in the evaluation and development of student engagement programs and policies related to student organizations and recommend changes necessary based on the needs, interests, and national trends. Manage the construction, implementation, and maintenance of the student engagement platform and student organization engagement database, also known as Presence. Develop and execute learning outcomes and assessment plan for all fraternity and sorority life initiatives. Monitor and support chapter progress through the Expectations of Recognition Program.

Data Management & Analysis - Collect, organize, and maintain data related to hazing prevention training, reporting, incident investigations, and disciplinary actions. Analyzes hazing prevention data to identify trends, program development and evaluation in prevention efforts. Develops reports (including federal, state, and UCOP) and presentations to communicate hazing prevention data and insights to external and internal stakeholders (i.e. campus leadership, students, faculty and staff). Provide support for hazing prevention training and outreach activities, including developing training materials and communicating with students and organizations.

Supervision and Advising

Collaboration and Relationship Building

Program Development and Implementation

Communications, Web Technology, and Marketing

Other Duties

Qualifications

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CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS

Background Check

Background check required.

Policy Statement

How to Apply :

An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

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 covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy :

The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http : / / smokefree.ucmerced.edu .

E-Verify :

All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts / subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule :

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit : http : / / ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu / compensation-and-benefits /