University of California - Santa Barbara
Program Director, McNair Scholars Program
University of California - Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190
Position overviewPosition title:Program Director, McNair Scholars Program
Salary range:Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The posted UCSB salary scales Table 36 set the minimum pay determined by the candidate's salary step at appointment. See the salary scale titled, Academic Coordinator II for the salary range. "Off-scale salaries," i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. A reasonable estimate for this position is $78,342-$99,253.
Percent time:100%
Anticipated start:07/15/2024
Position duration:Two years
Application Window
Open date:
June 3, 2024
Next review date:
Monday, Jun 17, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date:
Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position descriptionThe UCSB McNair Scholars Program is searching for a professional with experience working with low-income,
first-generation and/or underrepresented students who engage in undergraduate research and participate in
graduate school preparation programs. The Program Director is a full-time campus- and federally-funded administrative appointment that reports to the Faculty Director. The Program Director supervises the McNair staff, manages the overall operation of the program, and coordinates activities with related units and programs that support the McNair Scholars Program. In consultation with the Faculty Director, the areas of responsibility for the Program Director include: program implementation and evaluation; curriculum development; program management, including supervision of staff and budget management; and marketing and campus/community relations.
About the Program: The McNair Scholars Program prepares qualified undergraduates for entrance to graduate programs in all fields of study. The goals of McNair are to increase the number of first-generation, low-income and/or underrepresented students in Ph.D. programs, ultimately diversifying academia, government, and industry, among other fields. To do so, scholars have the opportunities to participate in academic year and summer research activities; attend courses, seminars and workshops on topics related to graduate school preparation; complete a research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor; and present their research at local, regional and national conferences. across the country.
The program is supported by the U.S. Department of Education (Federal TRiO Program), Office of the Executive
Vice Chancellor and the deans of the College of Letters and Sciences and Graduate Division. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position
Qualifications
Basic qualifications
(required at time of application)* Master's Degree
* Minimum of 3 years of managerial/supervisory experience
Additional qualifications
(required at time of start)* At least 6 months of experience working with target population (first generation college-bound students, low-income students, and/or students who have historically been underrepresented in graduate education)
* Available to work occasional evenings and weekends
Preferred qualifications* PhD desired
* Experience or knowledge of U.S. Department of Education programs desired
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae -
Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Contribution to Diversity
(Optional)
Reference requirements
3-5 required (contact information only)References will be sought for the final 1-3 candidates.
Apply link:https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02778
Help contact:
celinakeefer@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa BarbaraThe University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit:
https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time.
Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
Job locationSanta Barbara, CA#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary range:Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The posted UCSB salary scales Table 36 set the minimum pay determined by the candidate's salary step at appointment. See the salary scale titled, Academic Coordinator II for the salary range. "Off-scale salaries," i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. A reasonable estimate for this position is $78,342-$99,253.
Percent time:100%
Anticipated start:07/15/2024
Position duration:Two years
Application Window
Open date:
June 3, 2024
Next review date:
Monday, Jun 17, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date:
Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position descriptionThe UCSB McNair Scholars Program is searching for a professional with experience working with low-income,
first-generation and/or underrepresented students who engage in undergraduate research and participate in
graduate school preparation programs. The Program Director is a full-time campus- and federally-funded administrative appointment that reports to the Faculty Director. The Program Director supervises the McNair staff, manages the overall operation of the program, and coordinates activities with related units and programs that support the McNair Scholars Program. In consultation with the Faculty Director, the areas of responsibility for the Program Director include: program implementation and evaluation; curriculum development; program management, including supervision of staff and budget management; and marketing and campus/community relations.
About the Program: The McNair Scholars Program prepares qualified undergraduates for entrance to graduate programs in all fields of study. The goals of McNair are to increase the number of first-generation, low-income and/or underrepresented students in Ph.D. programs, ultimately diversifying academia, government, and industry, among other fields. To do so, scholars have the opportunities to participate in academic year and summer research activities; attend courses, seminars and workshops on topics related to graduate school preparation; complete a research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor; and present their research at local, regional and national conferences. across the country.
The program is supported by the U.S. Department of Education (Federal TRiO Program), Office of the Executive
Vice Chancellor and the deans of the College of Letters and Sciences and Graduate Division. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position
Qualifications
Basic qualifications
(required at time of application)* Master's Degree
* Minimum of 3 years of managerial/supervisory experience
Additional qualifications
(required at time of start)* At least 6 months of experience working with target population (first generation college-bound students, low-income students, and/or students who have historically been underrepresented in graduate education)
* Available to work occasional evenings and weekends
Preferred qualifications* PhD desired
* Experience or knowledge of U.S. Department of Education programs desired
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae -
Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Contribution to Diversity
(Optional)
Reference requirements
3-5 required (contact information only)References will be sought for the final 1-3 candidates.
Apply link:https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02778
Help contact:
celinakeefer@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa BarbaraThe University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit:
https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time.
Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
Job locationSanta Barbara, CA#J-18808-Ljbffr