Program Coordinator, Undocumented Student Services

Payroll

Title:

STDT ACAD SPEC 2 SV

Department: VCOT/UNDOC. STUDENT SERV.(USS)

Hiring Pay Scale: $31.13 - $32.57 / Hour

Worksite:
Hybrid

Appointment Type:
Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union: SV Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule:

Days, 8 hrs/day, Mon-Fri

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment:
Apply by 8/28/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants:
Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

The USS Program Coordinator works closely with the USS Program Manager to provide and coordinate holistic support services and programs designed to enhance the educational experience for undocumented and mixed-status family students at UC San Diego.

The Program Coordinator is the lead for the Personal and Career Experience (PACE) program, an inclusive fellowship that is unique to UC San Diego and provides AB 540 & CA Dream Act undergraduate students opportunities to participate in an experiential learning opportunity comprised of mentorship, professional development and financial support.

Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of current and future professional development and networking programs. Identifies, implements and evaluates high-impact innovative opportunities that foster community belonging and growth: develops program goals and objectives, monitors and tracks expenses, and prepares periodic reports of activities. Facilitates individualized student consultations to provide holistic guidance, referrals, and support strategies for students.

Assists with the coordination of basic needs initiatives and programs. Facilitates training on a variety of topics to support student success.

Recruits, trains and supervises paid and volunteer student staff.

Under the guidance and direction of the USS Program Manager serves as a lead as needed on special projects and event committees performing related assignments. Supports the day-to-day operations of Undocumented Student Services, which serves to enrich the student experience and support the retention and success of students who are undocumented at UC San Diego.

A cover letter is required for application to be considered complete.

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience in a service delivery unit.
• Knowledge of learning theories and training models. Demonstrated knowledge of college student development and pedagogical theories related to first-generation and students from under-served backgrounds.
• Knowledge of how learning skills issues apply to a research institution.
• Knowledge of strategies in critical thinking, reading, writing, note taking, test taking, time management, and goal setting.
• Skills in judgment and decision-making.
• Problem solving skills with the ability to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems, recommend solutions, and determine/implement procedures to accomplish effective resolution.
• Develops knowledge of specific learning theory, learning styles, affective issues, academic issues, and socio-cultural issues in applying academic support for students.
• Develops knowledge of current and theoretical models that influence the application and delivery of academic services (e.g., discipline specific; student-population specific).
• Demonstrated competencies working with undocumented students and students with mixed-status families.
• Multicultural competencies; knowledge and experience working and interacting effectively with diverse groups of staff, faculty, and student populations.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and validate the needs, experiences, and concerns of undocumented and students with mixed-status families and issues facing low income, first generation, underrepresented…