Under general supervision of the Director and Associate Director, recruit and provide undergraduate admissions advising for domestic resident and non-resident prospective, admitted, and current UC Davis students. Interpret and implement policies from the UC Regents, UC Academic Senate Board of Admissions and Relations with Schools, UC Office of the President, UC Davis Academic Senate Admissions and Enrollment Committee, and UC Davis Undergraduate Admissions. Provide consultation and input to leadership on UC Davis pre-collegiate educational programs, admissions marketing and recruitment, publications, policies, and practices. Review freshman and transfer applications annually, rendering admission decisions. Explain and clarify admission and selection policies and processes to prospective students, families, counselors and higher education administrators. Guide admitted students, families, and counselors with admissions and course evaluation issues. Participate and enhance recruitment and yield programs at targeted prospective students. Provide outreach to diverse student populations at high schools, colleges, and community based agencies and organizations. Represent and speak on behalf of UC Davis and the University at professional meetings and conferences of educators and colleagues. Admit undergraduate students to the University, including admission by exception; establish and modify admission contracts; sustain and rescind admission offers; exercise professional judgment in the comprehensive review of applicants for selective admissions; counsel and consult prospective, provisionally admitted, denied, reinstated, and matriculated students; provide program coordination of academic department admission reviews, perform credit adjustments for continuing students, deferred student enrollment, and other interoffice and student programs; implement and administer admission and evaluation policy.
POSITION INFORMATION
Salary Range
$53,800/annually - $102,200/annually
No. of Positions
3
Appointment Type
Career
Percentage of Time
Full-Time, 100%
Shift Hours
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Location
Davis, CA.
Union Representation
No
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Apply by Date
March 29th 2023
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Move and transport items and materials weighing up to 25 lbs.
Sit 80% or more time at computer viewing double monitors.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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.
Possession of a valid CA drivers' license and provide own transportation for occasional work-related travel.
Work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and during office closures to meet operational needs.
Travel to locations off campus and occasionally stay overnight.
Ability to work variable hours and travel extensively, including evenings and weekends both in and out of state.
Limited vacation during peak workload periods and occasional required event support.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education/Experience:
Extensive experience in student recruitment and/or selection programs, or in working with the target populations and knowledge of K-12 and higher education systems.
Experience interpreting and applying complex admission guidelines to render appropriate admission decisions across a wide range of unique academic and life circumstances, including four year universities.
Analytical experience with reviewing and assessing statistical information, program reports and evaluations related to undergraduate admission programs.
Professional experience with verbal and written communication, the skill to provide and receive clear, concise information, and effectively communicate on an individual and group basis with demonstrated skill to develop and deliver presentations.
Experience with and proven skill to work cooperatively and sensitively with individuals from diverse cultures, ethnic groups, lifestyles, and backgrounds with demonstrated awareness of cross-cultural and intercultural distinctions with prospective students, their families, school and community officials, campus colleagues, and the general public.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :
Outstanding organizational and time management skills with strict attention to detail to establish priorities, handle workloads, evaluate outcomes, and manage multiple activities to meet unit, campus, and system-wide goals and deadlines.
Demonstrated skill to work as part of an interdependent team of professional staff members. Skill to work under pressure of immediate deadlines and constantly shifting priorities. Data, information and computer literacy with demonstrated knowledge and experience using standard computing tools including Microsoft Office applications, email, and web-based research tools and student database management programs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education/Experience:
Travel experience for recruitment and outreach activities in-state and out-of-state.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):
Working knowledge of academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs
Familiarity with or skill to learn campus policies, procedures, and practices in the areas of student pre-collegiate programs.
Knowledge of languages other than English, both written and oral.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
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.
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.
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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