K20 Alliances/Student Initiated Programs Director

University of California, Riverside; California; On-site; USD 71,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside is seeking a K-20 Alliances/Student Initiated Programs Director to oversee the SAPEP K-20 Intersegmental Alliances Initiative and Student Initiated Program. The role includes building district partnerships, coordinating professional development, and guiding data-driven program evaluation to improve college access.

The Director will supervise staff, manage budgets, and provide input on funding allocations while ensuring compliance with university policies and

Qualifications

• Extensive experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged and/or academically at-risk students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers.
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with educational equity programs serving a diverse student population.
• Advanced knowledge of K-14 education policies, equity issues, and college admissions and financial aid processes.
• Extensive supervisory experience.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualization, development and implementation of program services described in objectives.
• Collect, analyze and report data via annual performance reports and evaluation.
• Provide input on allocations of funds and program implementation to meet objectives.
• Supervise K-14 Academic Preparation professionals and support staff.

Skills

Advising at-risk students

Educational equity programs

K-14 education knowledge

Supervisory experience

Budget forecasting

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Project management

Financial aid knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Position Information

The K-20 Alliances/Student Initiated Programs Director (Director) is responsible for the management and implementation of all aspects of the Student Academic Preparation and Educational Programs (SAPEP) K-20 Intersegmental Alliances Initiative and the Student Initiated Program. The Director will be responsible for developing an initiative at a local school district that will identify an issue that is affecting a-g completion and college enrollment. The incumbent will establish and maintain community partnerships and intersegmental alliances that will work together to address the issue. Activities may include implementing professional development for educators, counselors, and community-based organizations; supporting shared data systems; and coordinating efforts to raise student achievement levels across the district and region. In addition, the Director will work directly with UCR student organizations that want to provide outreach programs for the community in an effort to expose K-14 students to higher education. Responsibilities include conceptualization, development and implementation of program services described in objectives. The Director will collect, analyze and report data via submission of the annual performance reports as well as be responsible for evaluation. The Director will also provide input to the Executive Director in making decisions regarding allocations of funds and program implementation to meet objectives. The full salary range for the K20 Alliances/Student Initiated Programs Director, (job code: 004538) is $70,600 - $125,400.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $84,300 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. 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.

Position Information

The K-20 Alliances/Student Initiated Programs Director (Director) is responsible for the management and implementation of all aspects of the Student Academic Preparation and Educational Programs (SAPEP) K-20 Intersegmental Alliances Initiative and the Student Initiated Program. The Director will be responsible for developing an initiative at a local school district that will identify an issue that is affecting a-g completion and college enrollment. The incumbent will establish and maintain community partnerships and intersegmental alliances that will work together to address the issue. Activities may include implementing professional development for educators, counselors, and community-based organizations; supporting shared data systems; and coordinating efforts to raise student achievement levels across the district and region. In addition, the Director will work directly with UCR student organizations that want to provide outreach programs for the community in an effort to expose K-14 students to higher education. Responsibilities include conceptualization, development and implementation of program services described in objectives. The Director will collect, analyze and report data via submission of the annual performance reports as well as be responsible for evaluation. The Director will also provide input to the Executive Director in making decisions regarding allocations of funds and program implementation to meet objectives. The full salary range for the K20 Alliances/Student Initiated Programs Director, (job code: 004538) is $70,600 - $125,400.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $84,300 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. 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.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Requirement

Required

Degree

Master's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Requirement

Preferred

Experience Requirements

Experience

6 - 10 years of related experience.

Requirement

Required

Experience

Previous supervisory/managerial experience.

Requirement

Experience

Minimum of 2 years of experience evaluating academic documents, including high school transcripts, state testing scores, progress reports and academic skill assessments.

Requirement

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of experience in budget forecasting, maintaining cost effectiveness to implement college access programs

Requirement

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of experience in supervising professional and student staff

Minimum Requirements

• Extensive experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged and/or academically at-risk students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers.
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with educational equity programs serving a diverse student population.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of K-14 education (including knowledge of college entrance and high school graduation requirements), policies, and educational equity issues.
• Extensive supervisory experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including presentation, communication, negotiation, leadership, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.
• Advanced organizational and project management skills with ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Extensive knowledge of higher education institutions, admissions and financial aid requirements, and matriculation processes.
• Extensive knowledge of youth and adolescent development theory, including issues facing low income, first generation, and urban youth. Demonstrated cultural competency with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status.
• Ability to work under pressure in a variety of settings and to maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
• Advanced writing skills with demonstrated experience producing complex reports.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with diverse individuals and institutions.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret college admissions and financial aid policies and procedures to K-14 students, parents, and school representatives.
• Ability to effectively supervise and direct K-14 academic preparation professionals in the administration/management of summer residential programs.
• Extensive experience in planning and executing outreach/academic preparation programs
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of financial management principles including developing and implementing a program's budget.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and national education policies, current education theories, and successful educational equity programs.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

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 under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details

Generic Scope

Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.

Custom Scope

Supervises K-14 Academic Preparation professionals and support staff. Independently oversees day-to-day operations and determines goals and performance expectations of subordinates. Designs, plans, and implements a major component of an academic preparation program. Provides expert recommendations and feedback to management on strategic and program planning.

Department Custom Scope

The K-20 Alliances/Student Initiated Programs Director (Director) is responsible for the management and implementation of all aspects of the Student Academic Preparation and Educational Programs (SAPEP) K-20 Intersegmental Alliances Initiative and the Student Initiated Program. The Director will be responsible for developing an initiative at a local school district that will identify an issue that is affecting a-g completion and college enrollment. The incumbent will establish and maintain community partnerships and intersegmental alliances that will work together to address the issue. Activities may include implementing professional development for educators, counselors, and community-based organizations; supporting shared data systems; and coordinating efforts to raise student achievement levels across the district and region. In addition, the Director will work directly with UCR student organizations that want to provide outreach programs for the community in an effort to expose K-14 students to higher education. Responsibilities include conceptualization, development and implementation of program services described in objectives. The Director will collect, analyze and report data via submission of the annual performance reports as well as be responsible for evaluation. The Director will also provide input to the Executive Director in making decisions regarding allocations of funds and program implementation to meet objectives.