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Job TitleAssistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions & Transfer Opportunity Program (ADMISSIONS RECRMT SPEC 3 SV)
LocationDavis Full/Part TimeFull Time
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Job Summary
Reporting to the Associate Director of the Transfer Opportunity Program (TOP), work independently to provide year-round project management of transfer outreach initiatives through TOP in a multi-county region including, but not limited to Sacramento and San Joaquin counties and potentially outside of California. Develop and manage strategic educational partnership efforts with UCD staff, school site administrators, community members, students, and families improving student eligibility rates for post-secondary opportunities. Meet goals established by TOP between UC Davis, partnering California Community Colleges (CCCs), and the UC Office of the President (UCOP) Student Academic Preparation and Educational Partnerships (SAPEP). Increase overall UC Davis presence at partner CCCs. Partnering with transfer centers, counseling, academic departments, and student programs, develop and establish transfer program services, events, and activities that attract and inform community college students of transfer opportunities and benefits, and UC admission requirements and standards. Utilize highly confidential and complex academic, and sensitive personal student information, academic interests, and career goals, and interpret and apply complex UC admission policies and develop multi-year educational plans for students. Identify barriers to recruiting community college students and strategize data-informed solutions. Conceptualize, develop, and establish effective transfer matriculation programs and activities which address unique qualities of community college students of all backgrounds. Administer SAPEP policy in establishing mechanisms for the early identification of potential transfer students and partnering CCC institutions. In collaboration with campus and department management, develop and implement a comprehensive student outreach plan, maintain fiscal records, data collections. Provide oversight to up to 15+ Student Outreach Ambassadors (SOA) on various events and projects.
This is a hybrid position.
Apply By DateMarch 12, 2026 at 11:59pm
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
Required to hold a valid California drivers license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
Bachelors degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
Experience in program development and management to design, implement, and evaluate admission and recruitment initiatives serving a broad range of communities
Experience developing and managing collaborative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations, and other institutions with a high level of professionalism and diplomacy
Experience working with university alumni and coordinating student- and school-focused outreach programs in community and faith-based organizations to support in both urban and rural communities
Broad knowledge of and experience working within guidelines and policies especially as it relates to admissions requirements, academic programs, registration, and financial aid programs at colleges/universities and specifically at UC Davis
Thorough knowledge and experience working with all student populations on the college application and admission process, including recruitment and application review
Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs, at colleges/universities and specifically at UC, and/or specific colleges and schools, and ability to interpret and communicate University policies and procedures to prospective students and the public
Skills to develop recruitment programs, design innovative effective materials, and strong understanding of admissions-related technology
Preferred Qualifications
Experience evaluating high school and college transcripts for UC eligibility
Experience planning, managing, and implementing recruitment and yield events, special initiative programs, mentoring activities, electronic communications, and related projects
Familiarity with the academic, social, and emotional factors that affect students and families
Knowledge of languages other than English, both written and oral
Department Overview
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions recruits, admits, and enrolls highly qualified new undergraduate students who reflect the broad diversity of California and the world. Through K-14 outreach and academic preparation programs, strategic recruitment initiatives, knowledgeable and caring students and staff, and admissions processes based in equity and integrity, the department aspires to be an international beacon recognized for the diversity and success of our students and future alumni who learn, lead, and contribute to a bolder future for California, the nation, and the world.
The department is composed of 63 FTE career positions, seven contract positions, and approximately 230 student employees working in all aspects of student outreach, recruitment, events, campus tours, evaluation, communications, and operations. The department successfully recruited, admitted, and enrolled more than 9,000 new first-year and transfer students from a pool of more than 110,000 applicants for the fall 2022 term. Ranked as one of the top 10 public universities in the nation, UC Davis is one of the most comprehensive universities in the state of California with more than 100 academic majors, four colleges, and six professional schools, including the only veterinary school in the state. The campuss roughly 31,000 undergraduates study in one of the few true college towns in California, situated just 20 minutes from Sacramento, and an hour from the San Francisco Bay Area. UC Davis has been recognized as a leader for diversity, inclusion, and internationalization, and as an engine of social mobility.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $62,000/yr. - $109,000/yr. (Dept. budgeted range: $70,000/yr. - $75,000/yr.)
Salary Frequency: Annual
Salary Grade: 105
UC Job Title: ADMISSIONS RECRMT SPEC 3 SV
UC Job Code: 004977
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Staff: Career
Percentage of Time: 100%
Shift (Work Schedule): Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Location: Davis, CA
Union Representation: SV - Student Service Advising Professionals
Benefits Eligible: Yes
This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work) Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources, and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial, and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining units employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations, and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
High-quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your familys needs
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
Work-Life and Wellness programs and resources
On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long-term disability, pet insurance, and legal coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
Physical Demands
Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Lifting/Carrying 26-50 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Lifting/Carrying over 50 Lbs - Never
0 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Pushing/Pulling 26-50 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Pushing/Pulling over 50 Lbs - Never
0 Hours Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Squatting/Kneeling - Never
Twisting - Never
Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Never
Reaching overhead - Never
Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Environmental Demands
Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Never
Loud noise levels - Never
Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Never
Microwave/Radiation - Never
Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Extreme Temperatures - Never
Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Never
Mental Demands
Sustained