OCEAN Program Coordinator

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs.

It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

The University of California, Irvine School of Education is a diverse, dynamic and collaborative community focused on advancing education sciences and contributing to improved education opportunities and outcomes for individuals across the education lifespan, from early childhood to higher education and beyond. The School's programs, research, and community partnerships are dedicated to producing innovative scholarship, addressing current needs in education, and inspiring future generations of educators, scholars, and leaders.

As a highly ranked institution, the School is home to approximately 1,000 students enrolled in bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs, and has a vibrant network of more than 10,000 alumni. The School of Education has been a part of UC Irvine since 1967, when it was established as an Office of Teacher Education; in 1991, it grew into the Department of Education and;

in 2012, became the School of Education. For more information, visit education.uci.edu.

Under the general supervision of leadership within the UC Irvine School of Education and the OCEAN Initiative, this position serves as a vital operational and administrative bridge between UC Irvine and local K–12 educational partners.

The primary focus of this role is to oversee administrative, research support, and event operations for the OCEAN initiative—including, but not limited to, supporting and managing day-to-day coordination for the Monroe / UC Irvine Community School Partnership, bi-weekly research seminars, OCEAN events, such as the OCEAN Research-Practice Partnership (RPP) TED Talks, facilitating MOUs, digital communications/social media, supporting OCEAN Research Proposal Processes with Santa Ana Unified School District, and coordinating, participating and documenting partnership meetings.

Required:

• Working knowledge of common organization- or computer application programs.
• Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
• Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding time frames.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Driver's License:

• Required to hold a valid drivers license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.

Preferred:

• Spanish language skill both written and verbal to connect with families at our UCI Monroe Dual Immersion community partnership school.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience
  
  Relevant experience

Expected Salary Range: $34.38 - $37.60/ hr

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the…