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Academic Achievement Counselor 3

Employer
University of California
Location
Rubidoux, CA
Closing date
Jan 17, 2022

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Academic Achievement Counselor 3 Job Number Full/Part Time Schedule Salary 25207444 Full Time 8AM - 5PM $53,000 - $98,600 Position Information Incumbent provides assessment, counseling, and advice to formerly incarcerated and system impacted students; refers students to other campus and community resources and organizations; builds relationships across campus; leads grant writing efforts for additional funding. Position reports to the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and works closely with the USI organization leadership. This position has a tentative end date of 1 year after the start date however, it may be extended depending on the receipt of additional grant funds and workload needs. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. Education Education Requirements Degree Requirement Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required Experience Experience Requirement 4 - 7 years of related experience. Required Experience in developing and implementing internal and external partnerships to improve outcomes and provide high-impact student services related to the recruitment, development, enrichment, inclusion, retention, degree attainment, and enhancement of the student experience of formerly incarcerated students in all disciplines across the campus. Required Experience in developing and submitting workshop and panel proposals for relevant conferences, symposiums, and events. Required Experience in developing and providing academic, political, and professional workshops and training for members, campus partners and departments to learn how to serve formerly incarcerated and system impacted students. Required Minimum Requirements Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements to provide for access, health, confidentiality, and safety; legal and ethical issues governing the delivery of counseling services. Knowledge of research methodologies and research designs. Demonstrated knowledge of the theories and practice of counseling, learning, human and career development. Knowledge of the methodologies used to enhance student achievement, such as collaborative teaching/learning models, strategies for effective counseling and peer mentoring, small group facilitation and training, coaching, mentoring, and advocacy. Knowledge of and experience in conflict management and intervention strategies. Knowledge in how to enhance students' intellectual and personal growth and development, including critical thinking, effective communication, self-appraisal, self-esteem, clarification of values, appropriate career choices, and leadership. Knowledge and experience in researching, compiling and analyzing data, and generating reports. Knowledge and experience in analyzing complex situations and identifying solutions for problem-solving; skills and experience in developing and administering programs designed to meet the diverse needs of students. Knowledge of trends and issues facing low-income and first-generation college, underrepresented, disadvantaged, physically challenged, and under prepared students in higher education. Strong oral and written communication skills in order to collaborate and partner with multiple campus departments and leadership to address cross-issue social justice, diversity organizing, equity, and inclusion, and grant funding acquisition. Empathetic interpersonal skills to advise and mentor student leaders on complex and sensitive issues. Extensive knowledge of how to best support, guide, and mentor students leading projects and programs serving formerly incarcerated and system impacted students. Knowledge regarding current and new laws and policies pertaining to incarceration, reentry, housing, internships, and career/job access, and financial aid that may impact Underground Scholar students. Project management and coordination skills to guide students in their own communications, informational materials, and interactions with campus leaders. Preferred Qualifications 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/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview Job Description Details View complete Job Description for this position

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