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K to 14 Academic Preparation Specialist 4 (Fresno)

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
Nov 15, 2024

K to 14 Academic Preparation Specialist 4 (Fresno)

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Full Time

82231BR

Job Summary

Under the supervision and direction of the Program Supervisor, the Coordinator/Counselor will be responsible for
the design, planning, and implementation of the UCSF Fresno CMSP SJV-MedBridge curriculum and program
activities. The Coordinator/Counselor will also establish new organizational relationships with K-12, community
college, university, and clinical partners in the San Joaquin Valley, to ensure that all stakeholders are involved in
the curricular design and implementation process. The Coordinator/Counselor will have a strong background in
social determinants of health and be required to balance coordination duties with counseling support for
scholars. The counseling duties will require advanced knowledge of college & career advising course planning
across 15 institutions of higher education, as well as principles of social-emotional development to support pre-
health students as they navigate the healthcare pathway. The Coordinator/Counselor will be responsible for
training clinical mentors and supervising CMSP SJV-MedBridge college students in their clinical placements.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

UCSF Fresno is a regional campus of UCSF School of Medicine located in California's Central Valley and the
Department of Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) is the administrative unit that oversees the Office of
Health Career Pathways (OHCP). The OHCP was established to provide programs and services that lead to
student academic success and exploration of research and health careers, as well as better coordinate and
increase the success of existing health pathway programs at UCSF Fresno. UME provides services for 100 or
more third year students from UCSF as well as 300 or more visiting 4th year medical students for clerkship
rotations. UCSF Fresno has several accredited Residency & Fellowship programs under the auspices of Graduate
Medical Education. The UCSF Fresno UME Office is responsible for implementation of all strategic directives for
medical education at the Fresno campus and for ensuring that those who serve undergraduate students are
actively engaged in the highest quality learning and teaching environment with a strong commitment to diversity
and UCSF's PRIDE values.

Required Qualifications


  • Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
  • 5+ years experience in working with student populations from K-12 to college level
  • Comprehensive experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers
  • Advanced knowledge of up-to-date information on K-12 and higher education policies and
  • issues. Ability to assess their impact on program strategies
  • Advanced knowledge and experience working with educational equity programs serving a diverse student population. Demonstrated cultural competency with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status
  • Advanced knowledge of K-12 and higher education institutions (UC, CSU, CC, etc.), admissions and financial aid and scholarship requirements, and matriculation processes
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts. Ability to develop outreach programs, and design effective materials
  • Advanced knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements
  • Advanced knowledge of youth and adolescent development theory, including issues facing low-income, first generation and urban youth
  • Ability to prioritize work assignments and manage multiple critical projects with deadlines. Strong project management skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills. Leadership and supervisory skills

Preferred Qualifications


  • Master's degree in education, counseling, psychology, or related area
  • Knowledge of state and national education policies and current education theories
  • High-level skills in communicating clearly and effectively verbally and in writing
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of K-12 and higher education policies and issues, assesses their impact on program strategies, disseminates information to school-site and district personnel
  • Ability to interpret policies and procedures to youth, parents, and school representatives
  • Pupil Personnel Services Credential

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.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

004536 K to 14 ACAD PREP SPEC 4

Job Category

Administrative Support, Education

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Fresno, CA

Campus

Central California

Work Style

Hybrid

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

M-F, 8a-5p ((70% remote & 30% onsite)

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