College Access Program Advisor & Coordinator

Hiring Range

Project Coordinator: $55,200 - $68,000.

Posting will remain open until filled.

• Under the direction of a Supervisor:
  Recruits and enrolls 6th – 12th-grade students for program participation. Provides academic development and support through program services tied to program outcomes/objectives.
• Prepares summaries of each month’s activities detailing results and an assessment of monthly efforts; ensures that daily, workshop, and campus visit logs, surveys, evaluations, grades, and other data instruments are entered on time; prepares specific reports and updates at the immediate supervisor’s request.
• Develops and implements college-going services and activities; organizes campus visits for students, parents, and educators; organizes workshops for students, parents, and educators; plans and implements academic preparation and parent activities and conferences; delivers admissions, personal statement, financial aid, test‑taking and other workshops as assigned; assists in the organization and implementation of personal and academic enrichment programs for students and parents; assists in the development and production of program publications.
• Maintains relationships with higher education institutions and community entities; develops and maintains professional relations with educators to identify educationally disadvantaged students to receive academic preparation and parent services; serves as liaison to partner schools, including principals, head counselors, parents, key school personnel and/or assigned contacts regarding student and parent CEP programs; develops and maintains relationships with other UC/CSU/CCC programs (MESA, EAOP, AVID, Talent Search, CTFMS, Upward Bound, etc.)
  
  as well as community‑based organizations, civic groups and private industry; acts as a resource for elementary, middle school and high school personnel and the general public for inquiries regarding admissions, financial aid, housing, campus tours, and other related areas.
• Coordinates academies that provide in-depth educational support and resources to students, which may include Saturday work as well as transportation of students; maintains accurate records and documentation of program activities and participant data; monitors the program budget and allocates resources efficiently; stays current with education trends and best practices to improve program offerings.

• Project Advisor: Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited institution (Required). 1 year of progressively responsible related experience and/or combination of experience and training (Required). High School diploma and five years of progressively responsible related experience and/or combination of experience and training accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
• Project Coordinator: Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited institution (Required). Advanced degree in a related area may be substituted for two years of required experience (Preferred). Three years of directly related experience and/or experience and training combined (Required). High School diploma and five years of progressively responsible related experience and/or combination of experience and training accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.

• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population and sensitivity to culture, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status.
• Knowledge and understanding of K‑14 education (Preferred).
• Knowledge of 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 (Preferred).
• Experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged and academically at‑risk students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers (Preferred).
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts.
• Thorough knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements (Preferred).
• Spanish speaking preferred (Preferred).
• Able to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.

Background check will be required.

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.