The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus
Assistant Program Director, Bruin Underground Scholars
The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Department Summary
As a pivotal member of UCLA Student Affairs, you'll ignite the Bruin spirit and contribute to a vibrant community that champions academic success and holistic development. UCLA Student Affairs is the backbone of the Bruin journey, supporting students from admission to graduation and beyond. Engage in a role that spans personal growth, academic success, and community enrichment, connecting students with a wealth of resources and opportunities. Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of the UCLA legacy. Join us in shaping the future of UCLA, where every day you'll make a difference in the lives of our students and the broader Bruin family.The Bruin Resource Center (BRC) is a department under Student Affairs that houses a number of identity-based campus centers and programs. The BRC provides support to different student communities, including students who have been part of the foster care and probation systems, students who are undocumented or a part of mixed-status families, parenting students and students who are taking care of other dependents such as siblings, students in recovery, students who were formerly incarcerated or impacted by the carceral system, and students who have experienced homelessness or house-lessness.We invite you to apply to be part of a dynamic team in a supportive environment where you can use your organizational and interpersonal skills and attention to detail to enhance the overall effectiveness and employee engagement in the Student Affairs organization. While you may not meet 100% of this job’s qualifications, if much of this job and qualifications describe you, then you are highly encouraged to apply.Position Summary
The BUS APD will have shared oversight of the Bruin Underground Scholars Program (BUS). Reporting to the Program Director of the Bruin Underground Scholars Program located within the Bruin Resource Center (BRC), the Bruin Underground Scholars Assistant Program Director (APD) is responsible for supporting the overall planning and coordination of the Underground Scholars Pillars (retention, advocacy, recruitment, and wellness). This allows for better engagement with student populations and creates a nourishing environment for formerly incarcerated and/or system impacted students to thrive. Utilizing strengths-based frameworks grounded in social justice, the Assistant Program Director will provide clinical case management supports to students, referrals to on and off campus partners, and support the Program Director in the supervision of undergraduate and graduate level program interns.The incumbent will also assist the Program Director in managing the larger administrative functions of the program such as working collaboratively with donors and development, managing budgets and expenditures, as well as planning and implementing programs for students. The Assistant Program Director supports the goals developed by the Program Director which align with the mission of the department and of Student Affairs as a whole. This includes participation in the development of organizational goals and objectives, strategic planning and assessment, and participation on campus-wide committees.The activities of this position will include the supervision of staff (professional and/or student) and volunteers involved in BUS initiatives, consultation and coordination with other campus departments (e.g., Academic Advancement Program, Financial Aid, Counseling and Psychological Services, etc.), and interfacing with off-campus service providers (e.g., the Underground Scholars Network, Rising Scholars, Project Rebound) to broaden the array of resources available to the various populations that are served in the BUS Program. BUS advocates for currently and formerly incarcerated students and their families. In addition to individual advocacy for students on campus and on parole/probation, we engage in local, state, and national policy advocacy to remove barriers and create opportunity for currently and formerly incarcerated people. We also train formerly incarcerated and system-impacted students to be policy advocates. BUS provides support to incarcerated, formerly incarcerated, and system impacted students by conducting outreach events, supporting them through community college, preparing them for the UC, sharing educational resources on how to apply to UCLA, coaching them through the UC application process, offering campus tours, and workshops to navigate the education system.Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit
UC Benefit package
to discover benefits that start on day one, and
UC Total Compensation Estimator
to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.Qualifications
1-3+ Years Experience in a case management role working with justice-impacted populations. (Required)Prior supervisory experience. (Preferred)Concentrated experience working with justice impacted individuals in a higher education or community setting. (Required)Detailed working knowledge of federal regulations impacting student records, including FERPA and HIPPA. (Preferred)Demonstrated skills to design, implement, and evaluate programs to address the unique needs and concerns of students who are formerly incarcerated and/or from system impacted communities. (Required)Demonstrated knowledge of motivation, negotiation, conflict resolution, teambuilding, interpersonal communication, and consensus building; skills to apply these techniques to facilitate desired outcomes in working relationships with culturally diverse students, staff and faculty. (Required)Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality and comply with all requirements in use of computer systems and access to any and all student and employee and University data, in electronic and hard copy formats, in compliance with University, state and federal guidelines. (Required)Technical literacy with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), electronic mail and the Internet. (Required)Effective organizational skills. (Required)Experience in event planning, program development, coordination and evaluation. (Required)Effective interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse client groups. Cultural competency in working with diverse populations including excellent communication skills and advocacy skills. (Preferred)Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
Bachelors Degree in related area (social work, counseling, psychology, health education, student affairs in higher education) and/or equivalent experience/training. (Required)Master's degree in social work with at least 2-3 years experience post degree completion in order to supervise MSW interns. (Preferred)Special Conditions for Employment
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under
CANRA . The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".Schedule
8 am to 5 pmUnion/Policy Covered
99-Policy CoveredComplete Position Description
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As a pivotal member of UCLA Student Affairs, you'll ignite the Bruin spirit and contribute to a vibrant community that champions academic success and holistic development. UCLA Student Affairs is the backbone of the Bruin journey, supporting students from admission to graduation and beyond. Engage in a role that spans personal growth, academic success, and community enrichment, connecting students with a wealth of resources and opportunities. Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of the UCLA legacy. Join us in shaping the future of UCLA, where every day you'll make a difference in the lives of our students and the broader Bruin family.The Bruin Resource Center (BRC) is a department under Student Affairs that houses a number of identity-based campus centers and programs. The BRC provides support to different student communities, including students who have been part of the foster care and probation systems, students who are undocumented or a part of mixed-status families, parenting students and students who are taking care of other dependents such as siblings, students in recovery, students who were formerly incarcerated or impacted by the carceral system, and students who have experienced homelessness or house-lessness.We invite you to apply to be part of a dynamic team in a supportive environment where you can use your organizational and interpersonal skills and attention to detail to enhance the overall effectiveness and employee engagement in the Student Affairs organization. While you may not meet 100% of this job’s qualifications, if much of this job and qualifications describe you, then you are highly encouraged to apply.Position Summary
The BUS APD will have shared oversight of the Bruin Underground Scholars Program (BUS). Reporting to the Program Director of the Bruin Underground Scholars Program located within the Bruin Resource Center (BRC), the Bruin Underground Scholars Assistant Program Director (APD) is responsible for supporting the overall planning and coordination of the Underground Scholars Pillars (retention, advocacy, recruitment, and wellness). This allows for better engagement with student populations and creates a nourishing environment for formerly incarcerated and/or system impacted students to thrive. Utilizing strengths-based frameworks grounded in social justice, the Assistant Program Director will provide clinical case management supports to students, referrals to on and off campus partners, and support the Program Director in the supervision of undergraduate and graduate level program interns.The incumbent will also assist the Program Director in managing the larger administrative functions of the program such as working collaboratively with donors and development, managing budgets and expenditures, as well as planning and implementing programs for students. The Assistant Program Director supports the goals developed by the Program Director which align with the mission of the department and of Student Affairs as a whole. This includes participation in the development of organizational goals and objectives, strategic planning and assessment, and participation on campus-wide committees.The activities of this position will include the supervision of staff (professional and/or student) and volunteers involved in BUS initiatives, consultation and coordination with other campus departments (e.g., Academic Advancement Program, Financial Aid, Counseling and Psychological Services, etc.), and interfacing with off-campus service providers (e.g., the Underground Scholars Network, Rising Scholars, Project Rebound) to broaden the array of resources available to the various populations that are served in the BUS Program. BUS advocates for currently and formerly incarcerated students and their families. In addition to individual advocacy for students on campus and on parole/probation, we engage in local, state, and national policy advocacy to remove barriers and create opportunity for currently and formerly incarcerated people. We also train formerly incarcerated and system-impacted students to be policy advocates. BUS provides support to incarcerated, formerly incarcerated, and system impacted students by conducting outreach events, supporting them through community college, preparing them for the UC, sharing educational resources on how to apply to UCLA, coaching them through the UC application process, offering campus tours, and workshops to navigate the education system.Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit
UC Benefit package
to discover benefits that start on day one, and
UC Total Compensation Estimator
to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.Qualifications
1-3+ Years Experience in a case management role working with justice-impacted populations. (Required)Prior supervisory experience. (Preferred)Concentrated experience working with justice impacted individuals in a higher education or community setting. (Required)Detailed working knowledge of federal regulations impacting student records, including FERPA and HIPPA. (Preferred)Demonstrated skills to design, implement, and evaluate programs to address the unique needs and concerns of students who are formerly incarcerated and/or from system impacted communities. (Required)Demonstrated knowledge of motivation, negotiation, conflict resolution, teambuilding, interpersonal communication, and consensus building; skills to apply these techniques to facilitate desired outcomes in working relationships with culturally diverse students, staff and faculty. (Required)Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality and comply with all requirements in use of computer systems and access to any and all student and employee and University data, in electronic and hard copy formats, in compliance with University, state and federal guidelines. (Required)Technical literacy with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), electronic mail and the Internet. (Required)Effective organizational skills. (Required)Experience in event planning, program development, coordination and evaluation. (Required)Effective interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse client groups. Cultural competency in working with diverse populations including excellent communication skills and advocacy skills. (Preferred)Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
Bachelors Degree in related area (social work, counseling, psychology, health education, student affairs in higher education) and/or equivalent experience/training. (Required)Master's degree in social work with at least 2-3 years experience post degree completion in order to supervise MSW interns. (Preferred)Special Conditions for Employment
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under
CANRA . The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".Schedule
8 am to 5 pmUnion/Policy Covered
99-Policy CoveredComplete Position Description
https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&jobcode=TBD_1457
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