Regional Assistant Director

The EAOP Regional Assistant Director is an experienced K\u201314 academic preparation professional who works independently and is focused on increasing college access and academic preparedness for program participants. The individual will manage outreach initiatives, deliver grade-appropriate college readiness advising, and supervise university mentors. Additionally, the individual will expand the program's outreach efforts by building partnerships with K\u201314 schools, higher education institutions, and community organizations to support and increase postsecondary enrollment. This is a full-time, 2-year career position. The full salary range for the Regional Assistant Director is $59,500.00 - $102,300.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $68,250 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. \n \nDelivers individual and group advising services and maintains relationships with a group of K-14 students.Develops student academic plans to ensure post-secondary admission eligibility.Acts as advocate for students and parents.Plans and implements college-going field trips and activities.Responsible for meeting the objectives of the program, as set forth by the campus and the UC SystemDesigns and implements grade-appropriate college-going workshops, curricula, materials and activities.Delivers college-going workshops to parents and families at community and school sponsored events.Develops and maintains relationships with parents/families to support student academic success and access to higher education.Develops collaborative relationships with other college-going programs and K-14 higher education personnel.Participates in strategic and program planning.Serves on department, organization, and external committees, workgroups, and coordinating bodies.Produces program reports, collects student data, documents participant contacts and progress, and tracks academic progress of program participants.Trains, supervises, and evaluates job performance of part-time, student, and/or summer staff.Other duties as necessary.\n \nStrong knowledge and experience working with educational equity programs serving a diverse student population.Strong knowledge of up-to-date information on K-12 and higher education policies and issues. Ability to assess their impact on program strategies.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.Knowledge of youth and adolescent development theory, including issues facing low-income, first generation urban youth.Ability to establish and maintains cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts.Strong knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements.Demonstrated cultural competency with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status.Strong communications (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.Significant experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers.Knowledge of the California Community College Higher Educational System, its admission requirements and outreach services.\n \nStrong knowledge of up-to-date information on K-12 and higher education policies and issues. Ability to assess their impact on program strategies. Ability to establish and maintains cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts. 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. Demonstrated cultural competency with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status. Strong communications (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Strong knowledge and experience working with educational equity programs serving a diverse student population. Significant experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers. Knowledge of youth and adolescent development theory, including issues facing low-income, first generation urban youth. Strong knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements.Knowledge of the California Community College Higher Educational System, its admission requirements and outreach services.