Program Lead, Educational Talent Search & College Access

University of California, Davis; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Retirement plans

Job summary

University of California, Davis seeks an Assistant Director for Educational Talent Search to lead academic and college readiness services, collaborate with schools and community partners, and drive recruitment for eligible students in select Shasta County schools. On-site role with ongoing staff onboarding, data auditing, and program publications development.

The position emphasizes student outreach, cohort case management, and delivering campus visits, workshops, and advising to support college

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience advising educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage program activities and outreach.
• Provide academic and career readiness support to students.
• Coordinate on-site and off-site events and campus visits.

Skills

Driver's license

Youth outreach

Counseling experience

Team leadership

Outreach programs

Data tracking

Youth development theory

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Public speaking

Data systems

FERPA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related area

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Canva

Student database management systems

Job description

University of California, Davis seeks an Assistant Director for Educational Talent Search to lead academic and college readiness services, collaborate with schools and community partners, and drive recruitment for eligible students in select Shasta County schools. On-site role with ongoing staff onboarding, data auditing, and program publications development.

The position emphasizes student outreach, cohort case management, and delivering campus visits, workshops, and advising to support college