K-20 Regional Alliances Coordinator (Onsite)

University of California, Merced; California (MO); On-site; USD 48,450 - 65,700; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Merced seeks a K-12 Academic Preparation Specialist IV to collaborate with schools and organizations to implement academic preparation programming and build relationships with K-12 institutions and higher education partners.

This on-site, 2-year contract role recruits and supports 6th–12th-grade students, coordinates campus visits, workshops, and parent activities, and contributes to program publications while ensuring accurate participant records and progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood or elementary school education or related area and three years of progressively responsible related experience or equivalent experience/training. (Required)
• Master's degree in related area from an accredited institution. (Preferred)
• 3 years of progressively responsible related experience and/or combination of experience and training. (Required)

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Supports with preparing summaries of each month's activities detailing results and an assessment of monthly efforts; supports and ensures that daily, workshop, and campus visit logs, surveys, evaluations, grades, and other data instruments are entered on time; supports with preparing specific reports and updates at the immediate supervisor's request.
• Supports with the development and implementation of college-going services and activities; Organizes campus visits for students, parents, and educators; supports with organizing workshops for students, parents, and educators; supports in the planning and implementation of 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; develop and maintain professional relations with educators to identify educationally disadvantaged students to receive academic preparation and parent services; liaison to partner schools, including principals, head counselors, parents, key school personnel and/or assigned contacts regarding student and parent CEP programs; develop and maintain relationships with other UC/CSU/CCC programs including MESA, EAOP, AVID, Talent Search, CTFMS, Upward Bound, etc. as well as community-based organizations, civic groups and private industry; act 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.
• Supports with the coordination of academies that provides in-depth educational support and resources to students, which may include Saturday work as well as transportation of students; maintain accurate records and documentation of program activities and participant data; supports with the monitoring of the program budget and allocates resources efficiently; stay current with education trends and best practices to improve program offerings.

Skills

Advising services

Workshop facilitation

Relationship building

Program coordination

Data collection

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood or elementary education

Master's degree in related area

Job description

Hiring Range

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The salary or hourly range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $57,000.

Job Closing Date

Initial applicant review will begin on or around August 7th, 2025. Posting will remain open until filled.

This position is full on-site

This position is full on-site.

This position will need to travel to Northern San Joaquin Valley

This position will need to travel to Northern San Joaquin Valley.

This position is a 2-year contract and is eligible for full UC benefits

This position is a 2-year contract and is eligible for full UC benefits.

Participation in the DMV Pull Program and possession of a valid driver's license are required

Participation in the DMV Pull Program and possession of a valid driver's license are required.

CANRA (U13): Mandated Child Abuse Reporter

CANRA (U13): Mandated Child Abuse Reporter

Clery Act (U15): Campus Security Authority

Clery Act (U15): Campus Security Authority

About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

About The Job

Under direction of a K-12 Academic Preparation Specialist IV, works with assigned institutions and organizations to implement academic preparation programming of moderate scope. Incumbent maintains program visibility in schools, collaborative relationships with K-12 institutions and/or community entities, and relationships with higher education institutions.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Supports with preparing summaries of each month's activities detailing results and an assessment of monthly efforts; supports and ensures that daily, workshop, and campus visit logs, surveys, evaluations, grades, and other data instruments are entered on time; supports with preparing specific reports and updates at the immediate supervisor's request.
• Supports with the development and implementation of college-going services and activities; Organizes campus visits for students, parents, and educators; supports with organizing workshops for students, parents, and educators; supports in the planning and implementation of 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; develop and maintain professional relations with educators to identify educationally disadvantaged students to receive academic preparation and parent services; liaison to partner schools, including principals, head counselors, parents, key school personnel and/or assigned contacts regarding student and parent CEP programs; develop and maintain relationships with other UC/CSU/CCC programs including MESA, EAOP, AVID, Talent Search, CTFMS, Upward Bound, etc. as well as community-based organizations, civic groups and private industry; act 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.
• Supports with the coordination of academies that provides in-depth educational support and resources to students, which may include Saturday work as well as transportation of students; maintain accurate records and documentation of program activities and participant data; supports with the monitoring of the program budget and allocates resources efficiently; stay current with education trends and best practices to improve program offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood or elementary school education or related area and three years of progressively responsible related experience or equivalent experience/training. (Required)
• Master's degree in related area from an accredited institution. (Preferred)
• 3 years of progressively responsible related experience and/or combination of experience and training. (Required)

Critical Knowledge And Skills

• Delivers individual and group advising services and maintains relationships with a group of K-14 students.
• Delivers college-going workshops to parents and families at community and school sponsored events
• Designs and implements grade appropriate college-going workshops, curricula, materials and activities.
• Develops and maintains relationships with parents / families to support student academic success and access to higher education.
• Implements and facilitates recruitment and program alumni events.
• Acts as advocate for students and parents.
• Develops collaborative relationships with other college-going programs andK-14 higher education personnel.
• Participates in strategic and program planning.
• Produces program reports, collects student data, documents participant contacts and progress, and tracks academic progress of program participants.
• Develops student academic plans to ensure post-secondary admission eligibility.
• Serves on department, organization, and external committees, workgroups, and coordinating bodies.
• Plans and implements college-going field trips and activities.
• Trains, supervises, and evaluates job performance of part-time, student, and/or summer staff.

Background Check

Background check will be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Smoke And Tobacco Free Policy

The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify

All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/