Residence Education Coordinator (Multiple positions, 3-year contract) Job Listing at University of California in Merced, CA (Job ID 60950)

Description

Hiring Range

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $50,000-52,000.

Additional Compensation

Live-in position with furnished apartment (2-bedroom apartment) and academic year meal plan (while classes are in session). Full University benefits that include excellent health, life insurance and 14 paid holidays.

Domestic Partners Allowed

Yes.

Housing Pets

ADA and Emotional Support Animals.

Job Closing Date

This posting will remain open until all positions are filled.

Remote/Hybrid eligibility: This position is fully on-campus. 

About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities for highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.

The Merced 2020 Project, a $1.3 billion public-private partnership unprecedented in higher education and completed in 2020, nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. UC Merced also operates the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.

The university's mission of educational excellence and rigorous inquiry is powered by three schools and numerous research institutes and centers that seek scientific and social solutions for the Valley, California and the world. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced is preparing the way for a rigorous medical education program.

The course of UC Merced's evolution is piloted by a long-range strategic plan. Enacted in 2021, the 10-year blueprint is guiding how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway to earning Carnegie R1 research status, growing enrollment, upholding our identity as a minority-serving institution, and operationalizing how commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion are enacted in each campus unit.

About the Job

UC Merced opened in Fall 2005 with a long-range goal to house 50% of the students on campus. Currently, there are approximately 3,600 students living on-campus in traditional and suite-style residence halls. The mission of the Residence Education team at the University of California, Merced is to provide clean, safe, student-centered residential communities. We cultivate our living-learning experience to support academic accomplishment, diversity and respect for human dignity, and student success. Our sound financial management and business principles enable us to expand our programs and facilities to serve the changing needs of the students and university community. Under the general supervision of the Associate Director for Student Development Programs and Associate Director Living-Learning Programs, the Residence Education Coordinator (REC) facilitates opportunities to engage the staff and residents in actualizing our living-learning communities (Transfer, Afro Hall, Sophomore Experience, Leadership and Service and Fiat Lux Scholars, etc). The incumbent oversees the development of inclusive and interactive communities, programming, and conduct adjudication. Additional responsibilities include the selection, training, and co-supervision of 65+ Resident Assistants. The REC counsels and refers individual and groups of students regarding student conduct and personal concerns; serves as liaison to Dining Services, Police, Health and Counseling Centers, Academic Departments and Student Life; facilitates productive relations with our core programming partners Calvin E. Bright Success Center, Health Education, and Career Services; provides week night and weekend emergency response on a year round basis; serves on departmental and campus-wide committees; and assists in coordinating the summer school housing program. The incumbent is assigned annually to a partially furnished University 2-bedroom apartment. The REC participates in after-hour on-call duty coverage during weekdays, weekends, holidays, breaks, and summer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

General Administration

• Maintain a high level of visibility and interaction with students. Implement University and departmental policies and procedures. Develop and implement tools to evaluate and assess department programs, training, educational learning outcomes, and administrative processes. Analyze data, recommend improvements, and submit written reports. Attend individual meetings with supervisor and weekly staff and departmental meetings. Assist in writing mid-year and year-end and analytical reports (quantitative and qualitative). Serve on campus and departmental projects and committees. Facility Operations and Occupancy Management:
  • Implement check-in/check-out procedures, room change process, and room consolidation process in cooperation with the housing services team.
  • Oversee building supplies and equipment by maintaining appropriate records and procedures.
  • Collaborate and communicate with maintenance and custodial teams regarding building work order requests and resident safety.
  • Coordinate fire drills, emergency procedures, and general health and safety protocols for the residential community.
  • As needed, perform lock changes Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Supervision and Staff Development

• Directly supervise, train, and evaluate a team of 10-16 academic-year Resident Assistants (RA). Supervise, train, and evaluate summer residence staff. Facilitate regular staff development activities and in-service training programs to promote teamwork and leadership development. Shared responsibility for coordinating the recruitment and selection of 65 Resident Assistants and 10-15 Office Assistants. Facilitate individual supervisory meetings and weekly staff meetings to cultivate open lines of communication, provide leadership and direction, address issues, and implement proactive measures to improve satisfaction.

Residence Education Programming

• Create inclusive residential learning environments to enhance student academic success, sense of belonging, engagement with faculty, community citizenship, and leadership. Implement a cohesive and integrated academic and co-curricular residential education program to support the overall wellbeing of students. In collaboration with campus partners, implement a two-year residential learning program to create a community of scholars and support academic living-learning programs. In doing so, establish productive and collegial relationships with the Office of Student Involvement, Office of Leadership, Service, and Career, Recreation & Athletics, Housing and Auxiliaries Services, Bright Success Center, Health Promotion, Basic Needs, Financial Aid, Admissions, and Public Safety, School of Natural Sciences and the Division of Undergraduate Education.

Counseling and Advising

• Provide advice and counsel individuals and groups regarding University policies, student-initiated programs, and ideas. Mediate conflicts as needed and serve as a resource and referral agent. Facilitate online webinar series to promote community engagement and inclusion. Provide ongoing diversity and social justice education, and work with residents regarding student behavior and skill development.

Student Development & Crisis Response

• Serve as a conduct hearing officer as stipulated by Residence Education policies and procedure and ensure timely and accurate documentation of incidents. Respond to inappropriate student behavior in violation of campus policies and procedures and/or negatively impacts other residents, and support hall staff in the follow-up process. Consult with the Associate Director or other professional staff members on conduct action as appropriate. Maintain accurate records. Prepare and submit reports, including the annual Clery report. Serve on weeknight, weekend, and holiday on-call duty to respond to emergencies. Participate in crisis response and Campus Emergency Response.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Higher Education, Student Personnel or related field from an accredited institution or 6 years equivalent experience/training/education in lieu of Bachelor's Degree. (Required)
• Advanced degree in Counseling, Higher Education, Student Personnel or related field from an accredited institution. (Preferred)
• Prior paraprofessional or professional experience in a live-in housing role in postsecondary education setting or equivalent experience. (Required)
• Two years of direct live-in professional experience required for Residence Education Coordinator level position. (Preferred)

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of University processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques and knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.
• Skills in active listening, critical thinking, negotiation, problem solving, reasoning, organizing, written and verbal communication; multitasking and intercultural competence.
• Skills in project management.
• Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs / Student Life specialization.

Background Check

Background check and fingerprinting will be required.

Policy Statement

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan.  

Vaccination Program Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy.  All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline.  For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment. 

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace.  Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an  Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland  Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/

Employee Referral Program

This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows:

Step 5 of 7    (on the application)              Referrals          

How did you hear about the job?              (select) “other”

Additional information?                             (select) “other”

Specific Referral Source?                        (write in) first and last name of referring employee 

Referring employee MUST be named on application for eligibility. 

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