Department Purpose

Undergraduate Admissions (UA) provides leadership, planning, management, and implementation of undergraduate admissions, recruitment and outreach services. UA participates in development of campus enrollment goals and ensures that goals are met through implementation of UC and UC Davis Faculty policy for selective admissions, and through carrying out of internal and campus-wide enrollment management initiatives. UA also establishes initial undergraduate student profile data for the UC Davis records database and determines for each entering undergraduate their academic credit toward a baccalaureate degree.

Job Summary

Under direction of the Director for California & Diversity Recruitment, work independently in a regional office location, preferably in Los Angeles or Inland Empire region, and provide year-round project management of recruitment and yield initiatives in a multi-county region including, but not limited to, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties through high school and community college visits, school district wide and community-based college fairs and programs. The incumbent may also be assigned to support recruitment efforts in other parts of California and nationally. This includes some travel outside of California.

Strategically prioritizes visit requests from feeder schools with broad diversity to promote a highly qualified applicant pool representative of the state of California. Provide advising services to prospective freshman and transfer students and parents, which may include coordinating recruitment activities at on and off-site locations. Serve on advisory committees to actively promote UC Davis to the professional
community at high schools, community colleges and community-based organizations and inform of UC Davis attributes and admission standards. Oversee alumni volunteers in recruitment activities in the assigned region.

Support the department in similar student-centered outreach and yield efforts and/or other responsibilities as assigned by the Director. In collaboration with campus and department management, develop and implement a comprehensive student recruitment plan, maintain fiscal records, data collections, and statistical comparative analysis of the recruitment and yield activities and level of activity participation. Develop and sustain relationships with senior and middle
management, faculty and professional staff to develop and enhance on-site program services which enable students to successfully complete education plans and enroll at UC Davis.

Utilize highly confidential and complex academic, and sensitive personal student information, academic interests and career goals, and interpret and apply complex UC admission policies in advising and developing multi-year educational plans for students. Collaborate with UA and campus event coordinators and staff in developing motivational and informational conferences and activities. Evaluate Freshmen and Transfer applicants for admissibility; verify application accuracy; support campus enrollment targets through the development and implementation of yield activities in assigned regions and on-campus programs.

This is a regionally based remote position and the selected candidate must live within Los Angeles, Riverside or San Bernardino, CA. counties.

POSITION INFORMATION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Move, transport and load materials into vehicle weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Move and transport up to 25 lbs. of materials to presentation site.

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.

https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

• Possess a valid California driver’s license.
• Provide own transportation for frequent work related travel.
• Travel to locations off campus and occasionally stay overnight. Limited vacation usage during peak workload periods.
• Participate in the Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Thorough knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population on the college application and admission process, including recruitment and application review.
• Experience working with university alumni, and student-centered and school-centered outreach programs in community based and faith-based organizations toward increasing educational achievement, specifically among students from diverse populations and language backgrounds in urban and rural communities.
• Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/education/training.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Ability to interpret and communicate University policies and procedures to prospective students and the public.
• Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs, at colleges / universities and specifically at UC, and/or specific colleges and schools.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations, and other institutions Experience in fiscal program development and management to design, implement, and evaluate initiatives serving diverse communities especially the African American, Chicanx/Latinx, and Native American communities.
• Political and cultural acumen, diplomacy and communication skills to interact with diverse campus and community constituents.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Experience evaluating high school and college transcripts for UC eligibility.
• Experience in planning, preparing, and monitoring complex education budgets by integrating program goals, projects, plans, staffing needs and statistical data.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Ability to plan, manage, and implement recruitment and yield events, diversity initiative events, mentoring programs, electronic communications, and similar activities.
• 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.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

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.