Program Coordinator

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

8h•$27 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. The UC Irvine Veteran Services Center is dedicated to building a strong, supportive community for all military-connected students. We offer a range of amenities, services, events, and programs tailored to meet the unique needs of our diverse population. Our center prioritizes recognition, inclusivity, and accessibility, ensuring that every student feels valued. With a strong campus presence, we strive to amplify the voices of our military-connected students. We recognize the journey and hardships it takes to achieve growth and positive change, acknowledging the past experiences, present challenges, and future aspirations of our students. Through our comprehensive support system, we aim to facilitate this transformative process, empowering our military-connected community to thrive at UC Irvine and beyond. Your Role on the Team Using professional student services theories and concepts, performs a limited range of duties and responsibilities within a Student Life program. Works independently to provide information and interpretation of clearly defined policies, procedures and regulations. Receives direction regarding more complex issues and / or program(s). Identifies individual student needs for programs and services and advises on appropriate programs and resources. Under the direct supervision of the Director of the Veteran Services Center (VSC), the Program Coordinator supports the implementation and coordination of VSC programs and services that promote the visibility and successful transition of UCI's military-connected community to student life. The Program Coordinator assists the VSC Director with program logistics, event coordination, and outreach activities by assisting with scheduling, communications, and day-to-day operations of VSC initiatives. The position maintains regular communication with staff across UCI and local community partners to facilitate information sharing and coordination of services for prospective and continuing military-connected students. The Program Coordinator supports the implementation of marketing and outreach activities as directed by the VSC Director, including social media, email communications, and promotional materials for VSC programs, services, and events. The position helps with the collection of assessment data and student feedback on VSC initiatives and reports findings to the VSC Director to inform program evaluation and improvements. This position is part-time.

Requirements

Interpersonal skills.
Skills in service orientation, active listening, critical thinking.
Abilities in problem identification, reasoning.
Ability to multi-task, verbal communication, written communication and organization skills.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
One year of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of advising and counseling techniques
Knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs.
Knowledge of University processes and procedures.
Understanding of University rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

Supports the implementation and coordination of VSC programs and services that promote the visibility and successful transition of UCI's military-connected community to student life.
Assists the VSC Director with program logistics, event coordination, and outreach activities by assisting with scheduling, communications, and day-to-day operations of VSC initiatives.
Maintains regular communication with staff across UCI and local community partners to facilitate information sharing and coordination of services for prospective and continuing military-connected students.
Supports the implementation of marketing and outreach activities as directed by the VSC Director, including social media, email communications, and promotional materials for VSC programs, services, and events.
Helps with the collection of assessment data and student feedback on VSC initiatives and reports findings to the VSC Director to inform program evaluation and improvements.