Upward Bound Coordinator

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: San Francisco, CALIFORNIA
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

Ctr for Sci. Ed. & Outreach

Full Time

68423BR


Job Summary

The Upward Bound program is a US Dept. of Education funded program which identifies and assists individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential to succeed in higher education. The program provides academic, career, and financial counseling to its participants and encourages them to graduate from high school and continue to and complete their postsecondary education.

The Upward Bound Coordinator’s primary responsibility Involves planning, developing, implementing and evaluating program activities, counseling, tutoring and advising focused on students' successful graduation from high school and career readiness. The Upward Bound Coordinator will work with students, program alumni, teachers, counselors, the school district, community stakeholders and parents, and will provide college advising and educational opportunities such as field trips and campus visits to students and parents in their partner school. In addition, the coordinator will conduct Summer enrichment activities in accordance with TRIO regulations. and has the responsibility to keep records of the numbers and demographics of students, teachers, and parents served in all of these efforts.

This position will be working in the Vallejo school district.  Must be available for some evening and weekend activities.


Department Description

The UCSF Upward Bound Program is housed in the Center for Science, education and Outreach (CSEO), which is a department within in the Office of Diversity and Outreach. Since 1999, The Center for Science Education and Outreach has provided programs and services that lead to student academic success, increased college-going rates and exploration of various STEM careers for the students and schools we serve.  

The Office of Diversity and Outreach (ODO)serves as the campus leader in building diversity in all aspects of the UC San Francisco mission through ongoing assessment, development of new programs and building consensus. We collaborate with the four professional schools, the Graduate Division, and the medical centers, to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across UCSF.

The mission of the Office is to build a broadly diverse faculty, student, trainee and staff community, to nurture a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and to engage diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery and patient care. Our priority is to develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan for diversity and outreach that supports UCSF’s mission of advancing health worldwide, and the recruitment and retention of talented employees and students who contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
  • 3 + years of experience working with educational equity programs serving a diverse student population
  • Strong knowledge of up-to-date information on K-12 and higher education policies and issues. Ability to assess their impact on program strategies
  • Significant experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers
  • Strong knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements
  • Demonstrated cultural awareness with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status
  • Strong communications (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated organizational and program coordination skills, including the ability to set priorities and work on several projects simultaneously
  • Knowledge of K-12 and higher education institutions (UC, CSU, CC, etc.), admissions and financial aid requirements, and the ability to interpret policies and procedures to youth, parents, and school representatives
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts
  • Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of youth and adolescent development theory, including issues facing low-income, first generation urban youth

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.


Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.


Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.


Job Code and Payroll Title

004535 K to 14 ACAD PREP SPEC 3


Job Category

Professional (Non-Clinical)


Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)


Location

Mission Center Building (SF)


Additional Shift Details

M-F, 8AM - 5PM



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