LAEP/Work-Study Coordinator

University of California Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Full-time Manufacturing / Production / Operations

Posted on April 19, 2024

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LAEP/Work-Study Coordinator

Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 62951

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INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

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The IRD for this job is: 01-09-2024

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Division of Student Affairs and Success provides campus-wide coordination and leadership for student success programs and activities across departments, divisions, colleges, and administrative units. The Student Affairs and Success Division includes Career Success, the Student Success Resource Centers, Dean of Students, Student Conduct, and Student Health, which all provide direct services and resources to students, and the Student Success Equity Research Center (SSERC), which provides data, research, and evaluation support for the campus and manages the adviser case management, early alert, and predictive analytics systems that are part of the student success initiatives.

The Mission of UCSC Career Success is to prepare students for what they want to do with their lives by developing relevant career skills. Career Success envisions that Banana Slugs change the world, wherever they are, however they can.

More information can be found at: https://careers.ucsc.edu

JOB SUMMARY

The Learning Aligned Employment Program (LAEP) / Work-Study Coordinator works closely with the Associate Director of Student Employment and Experiential Learning to implement the Learning Aligned Employment Program (LAEP) at UC Santa Cruz. LAEP provides funding for meaningful and career-relevant on-campus research opportunities and off-campus career-relevant opportunities for eligible students, similar to the Federal Work-Study program. The LAEP / Work-Study Coordinator recruits sites for LAEP and off-campus work-study opportunities, advertises and assesses students' eligibility to participate in LAEP, assists with the placement process for eligible students in LAEP positions, and collects and reports data needed about LAEP and off-campus work-study opportunities. The LAEP / Work-Study Coordinator builds relationships with on and off-campus employers interested in supporting UC Santa Cruz students' growth and development and assists them in determining the best way to recruit students for their organization. Working alongside the Career Success team, the LAEP / Work-Study Coordinator supports the creation and placement of students into meaningful funded experiential learning opportunities.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $65,000 - $73,300 / Annually. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

Full-time, Fixed
Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: Contract appointment

Job End Date: 1 year and 8 months after date of hire, with the possibility of extension

Work Location: Hybrid: UCSC Main Campus / Remote

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: 004516 (CAREER SVC SPEC 3)

Travel: Up to 25% of the time

JOB DUTIES

60% - Learning Aligned Employment Program (LAEP) coordination

Oversee implementing the Learning Aligned Employment Program.
Recruit potential on campus research-oriented sites and potential off-campus sites for LAEP.
Distribute and review contracts to potential sites and serve as a first point of contact for questions related to LAEP.
Conduct site visits to prospective LAEP sites.
Create and oversee an application process for students interested in LAEP.
Advertise and recruit LAEP-eligible students.
Facilitate the placement process for LAEP-eligible students.
Collect and report data on LAEP on a yearly basis.
Build long-term plans to support LAEP program and ideas of how to continue funding once the LAEP grant funds are exhausted.

20% - Off Campus Work-Study recruitment and support

Recruit potential off campus sites for off-campus work-study.
Distribute and review contracts to potential sites and serve as the first point of contact for questions related to off-campus work-study.
Conduct site visits to prospective off-campus work-study sites.

10% - Targeted employer outreach

Research and identify potential new employers that interest UC Santa Cruz students, collaborating with Career Success staff to identify students' interests.
Build and maintain relationships with these potential new employers, connecting employers to relevant Career Success staff and resources.

10% - Other Duties

Participate in ongoing professional development to ensure knowledge and expertise in student employment, career readiness, and career development.
Represent UC Santa Cruz as needed in meetings.
Complete special projects, committee assignments, and any other duties as assigned by the Associate Director or Executive Director.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Ability to design and modify computer applications to meet program needs and identify problems.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work with people from diverse cultures.
Strong written communication skills.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Strong presentation skills.
Strong organization skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Advanced degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Strong knowledge of career development theories, adult development theory, counseling process, career coaching techniques, career decision making, learning styles, and job search techniques.
Experience in human resources, employment, staffing, talent acquisition or related career paths.
Previous experience with the Handshake platform.
Knowledge of UC programs, career services, employer, alumni, and faculty needs and expectations, recruiting and staffing methods, and employment trends.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
The selected candidate will be required to work a hybrid work schedule and must be able to work able to work successfully from a home/remote office and be able to fulfill the requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or without accommodation.
Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed
including UC compliance training.
Ability to travel within a defined regional or service area.
The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment 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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
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To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The 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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

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