UC Davis

Redding, CA

ETS Program Advisor

Salary Range: $19.54/hr. - $39.27/hr.

Apply by Date: 2/19/2022

Under general supervision, develop academic outreach programs designed to increase the number of college eligible and college bound students from educationally and economically disadvantaged backgrounds and provide academic enrichment opportunities for targeted high school and middle school students. Assess needs of student population served, determine the best method of providing services and develop regular schedule of program activities in target schools. Advise junior and senior high school students and parents regarding higher education opportunities and programs available; develop and present workshops about post-secondary admissions requirements, student services and financial aid; assist students with the application process; represent UC Davis at workshops, meetings and conferences; develop written material for program publications; coordinate summer programs; serve on various committees to set policy, strategy and direction for programs to improve opportunities for students. Coordinate campus visits, parent conferences and other academic enrichment activities. THE ETS OUTREACH ADVISOR POSITION IS LOCATED IN REDDING, CA (2.5 HOURS NORTH OF DAVIS) AND WORKS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ADMINISTRATORS, EDUCATORS AND STUDENTS (6-16) IN SHASTA COUNTY. 

THIS CONTRACT APPOINTMENT ENDS ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF HIRE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR CONVERSION TO CAREER BASED ON FUNDING.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Advising experience serving large numbers of low-income/first-generation high school students.

• Experience with program development and management; experience to design, implement and evaluate initiatives serving diverse communities.

• Experience and knowledge to understand, analyze, and make effective judgment regarding fundamental school and academic program principles and standards – admissions procedures, registration, financial aid, gift acceptance.

• Experience and skills to analyze and evaluate technical and non-technical program requirements, information, or problems in an objective manner, and make logical conclusions.

• Experience with California public school system.

• Knowledge of both public schools(K-12) and the California systems of higher education (CCC, CSU, UC, and AICCU) which includes knowledge of protocol, school communities, categorical funding, and the Master Plan of Education in California.

• Skills to communicate clearly and effectively with individuals and groups of varying ages and cultural backgrounds to disseminate information, resolve problems, and/or clarify situations.

Preferred:           

• Experience with outreach efforts to increase educational achievement, specifically among students from diverse populations and language backgrounds. Experience developing innovative solutions and programs. Ability to speak a foreign language, preferably Spanish.

• Experience to assess budgetary needs, oversee budgetary allocations, and approve or deny requests for funds.

• Experience analyzing, interpreting, evaluating and applying federal/state/university policies.

• Experience researching, identifying and validating student activities and programs.

• Computer skills using software for word processing, spreadsheets, and student database management.  

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks. This position is subject to the California Department of Motor Vehicles Pull Notice System. This position requires a Pre-Employment Physical.

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees.  To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at 

http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=219302

Job ID # 26266

The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer