Kessler Scholar Program Coordinator

Categories: Pacific Region 9

Department:

Undergraduate Education

Institution:

University of California, Riverside

Date Posted:

Nov 13 2024 2:11PM

Close Date:

Dec 16 2024
 

Position Description

Using skills as a seasoned, experienced student services professional, the Kessler Scholar Program Coordinator provides the full range of student services within an organization such as an academic department, school, or college. Independently advises students and resolves student services related issues on the full range of academic issues inherent within the organization. Advises faculty and management on a variety of student issues. Works with the department's/school's/college's management to recommend changes to policies, practices, and procedures. Guidance on issues requiring in-depth knowledge of specialized programs is provided by offices specializing in those fields, e.g., the financial aid office, graduate division, or student learning center, OR by the chair/dean and faculty of the department/school/college. May administer funds for student programs. The salary range for this position is $56,000.00 - $96,400.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $56,000.00 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 Type: Contract

Duration: 30 months

Contract Length: This is a temporary contract position with an expected duration of 30 months, with the possibility of extension based on business needs, budget and performance.

Duties

Generic Scope Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. Custom Scope Using skills as a seasoned, experienced student services professional, provides the full range of student services within an organization such as an academic department, school, or college. Independently advises students and resolves student services-related issues on the full range of academic issues inherent within the organization. Advises faculty and management on a variety of student issues. Works with the department's/school's/college's management to recommend changes to policies, practices, and procedures. Guidance on issues requiring in-depth knowledge of specialized programs is provided by offices specializing in those fields, e.g., the financial aid office, graduate division, or student learning center, OR by the chair/dean and faculty of the department/school/college. May administer funds for student programs. Department Custom Scope Using skills as a seasoned, experienced student services professional, the Kessler Scholar Program Coordinator provides the full range of student services within an organization such as an academic department, school, or college. Independently advises students and resolves student services related issues on the full range of academic issues inherent within the organization. Advises faculty and management on a variety of student issues. Works with the department's/school's/college's management to recommend changes to policies, practices, and procedures. Guidance on issues requiring in-depth knowledge of specialized programs is provided by offices specializing in those fields, e.g., the financial aid office, graduate division, or student learning center, OR by the chair/dean and faculty of the department/school/college. May administer funds for student programs. Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: This role is offered on a contract basis for a period of 30 months, subject to renewal or extension based on organizational requirements/needs and budget.

Application Process

Please apply directly to the UCR Jobs posting - https://jobsportal.ucr.edu/jobs/34513959.

Institution 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

Additional Information

Please apply directly to the UCR Jobs posting - https://jobsportal.ucr.edu/jobs/34513959.

Contact Information

Please apply directly to the UCR Jobs posting - https://jobsportal.ucr.edu/jobs/34513959.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. 4 - 7 years of related experience. Working knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance. Ability in problem identification and reasoning; ability to develop original ideas to solve problems. Knowledge of complex U.S. visa and immigration procedures, compliance issues, and employment eligibility/authorization for international students and scholars. Interpersonal skills. Multicultural competencies; ability to work with diverse populations. Solid verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of University-specific computer application programs and knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences. Understanding of University rules and regulations. Knowledge of complex U.S. visa and immigration procedures, compliance issues, and employment eligibility/authorization for international students and scholars.