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STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 3 (Residential Academic Specialist)

Department Description

Student Housing and Dining Services (SHDS) is a self-supporting auxiliary that provides housing and dining services to approximately 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and students with families who live in on-campus residential facilities (university owned/managed and Public-Private-Partnerships), as well as providing residential, retail and catering dining services for the campus community. SHDS also provides student support and conference housing services to the campus and general community. For more information about SHDS visit our website at http://www.housing.ucdavis.edu.

Student Housing and Dining Services has adopted the following Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement:

Student Housing and Dining Services is committed to serving the needs of students, staff, faculty and guests from various backgrounds and identities. In full support of our institutional commitment to embrace diversity and practice inclusive excellence, we expect every member of our community to acknowledge, value, and uphold the guidelines set forth in the Principles of Community. As a community of scholars and life-long learners, we commit ourselves to learning together about our differences and commonalities while growing in all areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director for Residential Academic Programs, work in partnership with Residential Academic Programs staff, colleges, and student affairs units to develop, manage, and provide academic support services for residents. This includes the Residential Academic Peer Mentoring (PM) program, the Residential Academic Centers (RACs), academic focused programs and events, and faculty engagement opportunities. Specifically, plan, market, implement & evaluate programs, policies and procedures. Co-supervise the residential Academic Peer Mentor staff. Co-coordinate recruitment, selection and hiring of student staff. Assist in development, implementation and instruction for peer mentor training including a credit bearing course. Develop academic support and retention programs for special populations (first-generation, transfer, second year, and international). Prepare reports, provide recommendations and make presentations to varied audiences of students, staff, faculty and administrators. Research and analyze data & trends from relevant fields. Apply extensive expertise in student development theories, as well as a strong background in academic support, first-year experience programs, teaching and training, supervision and program management.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary Range

$49,000.00/yr. - $92,800.00/yr.

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location

Davis, CA

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply by Date

06/07/23


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work in front of a computer terminal and use keyboard for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Conduct walking tours of buildings and climbing stairs and taking elevators.
• Lift and carry boxes of publications and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Stoop, bend, kneel, and lift to organize storage units.
• Office area located in shared/common space with students, professional staff, visitor traffic and noise from on-going meetings, telephone conversations, etc.
• Full time position. Must be able to work occasional varied hours to meet operational needs. Work occasional weekends and holidays with restricted vacation during peak work August through October.
• Work and travel in extreme temperatures during orientation.
• May work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present. Special hazards of the position may be exposure to chicken pox, hepatitis B and/or other infectious diseases.
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Experience in university level academic development in a first-year experience, and/or residence life program, aimed at first-year and transfer students in a four-year, not-for-profit college.
• Experience in supervision to recruit, hire, train, direct work, motivate, evaluate and discipline student staff employees.
• Experience in program/event management to manage details of multiple projects simultaneously, synthesize information, evaluate programs, policies, recommend solutions, and resolve both service and personnel issues.
• Experience applying multicultural competencies and concepts in an academic environment including issues impacting first-generation, international and transfer students.
• Experience in the application and presentation of student affairs or student development theories, practices & principles, including knowledge of the personal & social issues encountered by college students.
• Experience designing and delivering group and individual training programs based upon mission, goals & learning outcomes.
• Experience establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships in a cross-cultural environment, with students, staff, faculty, administrators.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:

• A Master's degree in university college student personnel, higher education administration, or a related field, or combination of relevant experience and education.
• Experience benchmarking and researching constructs and emerging trends, nationally, in academic advising, first year transition & retention program development, implementation and evaluation.
• Experience working under pressure of deadlines, heavy meeting schedules, sizeable numbers of student contacts, and uneven time constraints and maintain a high level of productivity in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Experience using Banner, Canvas (LMS) technology, social media, etc. in advising or student service applications.
• Experience abiding by and enforcing FERPA, state laws, university policies and other general laws & policies applicable to student enrollment, privacy/confidentiality, and advising.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives.

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.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 nondiscrimination policy.

Salary Range

$49,000.00/yr. - $92,800.00/yr.

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location

Davis, CA

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply by Date

06/07/23


To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=53511&PostingSeq=1

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 nondiscrimination policy.





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