Payroll Title: Student Services Advisor 4
Job Code: 004576
Job Open Date: 9/13/24
Application Review Begins: 9/30/24; open until filled
Department Code (Name): EAPQ (Education Abroad Program Loc Q)
Percentage of Time: 100%
Union Code (Name): 99 (Non-Represented)
Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff (Career)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS
Salary Grade: Grade 21
Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $69,500 to $83,000/year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $69,500 to $123,500/year.
Work Location: UCEAP
Working Days and Hours: M-F, 8:00am - 5:00pm Pacific time or similar schedule
Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits
Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations). Type of work arrangement eligibility: Hybrid. On-site presence will be required for leadership and staff meetings, delegation visits, training sessions, and for periodic meetings with direct report staff members, etc.
Special Instructions:
For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
Department Marketing Statement:
Through international academic experiences, the University of California Education Abroad Program (UCEAP) inspires students to explore and transform their lives, UC, and the world. Since 1962, UCEAP has served as the UC systemwide study abroad program. In support of this mission, it has served over 100,000 students across all ten UC campuses and over 30,000 international exchange students. UCEAP is committed to promoting excellence through diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Recognizing that diversity is integral to the University’s achievement of academic excellence, UCEAP upholds the principle of equal opportunity for all, adheres to the University of California Diversity statement, and strives to create an environment that is welcoming for all. UCEAP typically has over 6,000 student participants annually, is active in over 40 countries worldwide, and welcomes about 1,500 Reciprocity students annually to the University of California. Sustained by strong academic excellence, spirited faculty collaboration, and an interrelated support system, UCEAP produces future global citizens and thought leaders. uceap.universityofcalifornia.edu
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Brief Summary of Job Duties:
The Lead Program Specialist is a technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Applies advanced, specialized student services expertise, advises on complex student issues. Identifies systemic problems and issues and proposes solutions to management. Reporting to the Managing Supervisor (Manager) the Lead Program Specialist provides leadership to the Program Specialist team and serves as the primary operating liaison between the University of California Education Abroad Program, Systemwide Office (UCEAP) and (a) UC Study Center staff worldwide; (b) Study Abroad offices on the UC campuses; and (c) UC students participating in UCEAP. Directly responsible for supervision of Study Abroad Advisors and all operational and logistical activities pertaining to an assigned portfolio within the approximately 6,000 UCEAP program participants each year, in over 40 countries worldwide. Collaborates with all program teams to develop and integrate best practices and provide back-up support. Works to ensure these processes are as advanced and efficient as possible. Maintains primary responsibility for communicating policies pertaining to all operational aspects of students' programs within their assigned portfolio (applications, visa requirements, housing, on site logistics, non-academic health accommodations and disability issues, host institution acceptance) to the staff abroad, campus offices, UCEAP staff, and students on UCEAP. Within assigned portfolio, assembles and maintains program information, manages student information, and files, and generates reports. Collaborates with IT and Marketing units on operational web and database issues and developments. Serves as a liaison, providing coordination and leadership on behalf of all Program Specialists across the global programs team, for special projects and committee/work group representation.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- Six or more years of relevant experience, including two or more years of administrative experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Sound judgment, with decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
- Ability in problem identification and reasoning.
- Ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
- Ability to work collaboratively and coordinate within a complex organization.
- Interpersonal skills, multicultural competencies, and ability to work with diverse populations.
- Previous project management experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including MS Teams and Share Point or equivalent.
- Previous experience with enrollment management systems, productivity, and database management software.