OCEAN Program Coordinator

University of California, Irvine • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

Under the general supervision of leadership within the UC Irvine School of Education and the OCEAN Initiative, this position serves as a vital operational and administrative bridge between UC Irvine and local K–12 educational partners. The primary focus of this role is to oversee administrative, research support, and event operations for the OCEAN initiative—including, but not limited to, supporting and managing day-to-day coordination for the Monroe / UC Irvine Community School Partnership, bi-weekly research seminars, OCEAN events, such as the OCEAN Research-Practice Partnership (RPP) TED Talks, facilitating MOUs, digital communications/social media, supporting OCEAN Research Proposal Processes with Santa Ana Unified School District, and coordinating, participating and documenting partnership meetings.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of common organization- or computer application programs.
• Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
• Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Required to hold a valid drivers license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language skill both written and verbal to connect with families at our UCI Monroe Dual Immersion community partnership school.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience
• Relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee administrative, research support, and event operations for the OCEAN initiative.
• Support and manage day-to-day coordination for the Monroe / UC Irvine Community School Partnership.
• Coordinate bi-weekly research seminars.
• Manage OCEAN events, such as the OCEAN Research-Practice Partnership (RPP) TED Talks.
• Facilitate MOUs.
• Manage digital communications/social media.
• Support OCEAN Research Proposal Processes with Santa Ana Unified School District.
• Coordinate, participate, and document partnership meetings.

Benefits

• medical insurance
• sick and vacation time
• retirement savings plans
• access to a number of discounts and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level