PUBL EDUC SPEC 4 (Program Specialist) | University of California Davis
University of California Davis
Location
Davis, CA | United States
Job description
PUBL EDUC SPEC 4 (Program Specialist) Department Description
UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) is the lifelong learning arm of the university. The division maintains the most diverse portfolio on the campus, with programs spanning pre-college, professional continuing education, workforce development, international academic and cultural exchange, and training services for corporate and agency partners. As a global leader in continuing education, CPE serves learners regionally, nationally and globally, and posts more than 55K enrollments annually making it the third largest UC Extension by enrollment. Beyond its community-facing role, CPE serves as the internal hub for online education in support of other academic units on the campus.
CPE employs approximately 180 employees and draws on the expertise of approximately 1,700 instructors.
Job Summary
Under the general direction of an Academic Coordinator, in partnership with the Northern Academy Director, support the Northern Academy's programs related to child welfare practice, workforce development, training, coaching, technical assistance, implementation science, and transfer of learning. Serve as a subject matter expert in these topics and provide project management, program and curriculum development, and child welfare consultation, coaching, and technical assistance. Represent the Academy in a variety of communications, meetings, collaborations and partnerships with other agencies. Develop curricula independently related to a wide range of child welfare social work subject areas. Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to manage the overall curriculum development process and ensure program quality. Develop and implement work plans for projects including curriculum development, conferences, convenings, learning collaboratives and other training and coaching deliverables, ensuring projects are delivered on-time, within scope and budget, and meet contract obligations. Support instructor hiring, trainer development and course observation. Cultivate, develop and enhance relationships with a variety of stakeholders to deliver innovative workforce development services that meet their needs. This position will uphold our organization's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion by bringing a human-centered approach and strong lens of DEI to all curriculum work, coaching and other deliverables developed.
Position Information
Apply by Date 3/14/2024 Salary Range $72,300/yr. - $131,100/yr. Appointment Type Career Number of Positions 1 Percentage of Time 100% Fixed Shift Hours Manager will advise Location Davis - This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work arrangements Union Representation No Benefits Eligible Yes
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Lift or transport materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT - Valid California driver's license required.
- Work occasional varied lunch hours.
- Must be able to work variable hours and travel overnight.
- Must be able to drive/travel to various locations throughout CA and nationally.
- UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Education/Experience: - Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology and/or equivalent experience/training.
- In-depth experience and knowledge of Child Welfare Services practices and principles. Proven experience writing and developing curriculum in the field of Human Services.
- Project management experience to oversee multiple, concurrent projects of a complex nature, to establish and adjust priorities, and to develop a course of action, monitor plans, ensure timely completion, review and evaluate results. Experience working independently, organizing own work, establishing priorities, developing a course of action, monitoring the plan, reviewing and evaluating results.
- Experience facilitating meetings and workshops or trainings.
- Experience assessing project needs, developing implementation plans, managing and monitoring projects through completion and making necessary adjustments to ensure successful outcomes. Extensive knowledge of program implementation processes and skills to lead others in planning and implementation efforts.
- Experience using MS Office Suite for Windows (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), databases and business tracking systems.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA): - Excellent written communication skills including editing and proofreading skills to quickly and accurately produce correspondence, reports, curriculum and training materials. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with SMEs and other stakeholders, as well as with a diverse constituency of child welfare professionals and allied professions and internal clients.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preferred Education/Experience: - Master's Degree in social work, psychology or equivalent experience/training.
- Experience in writing reports, articles or other documents distributed to a public audience.
- Experience coaching individuals and teams.
- Education or training in coaching skills; International Coaching Federation credential a plus.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA): - Skill to assess client training, coaching and professional development needs.
- Facilitation skills in planning and implementation processes and ability to lead others in planning and implementation efforts.
- Ability to analyze policy and legislation proposed and implemented at federal, state and county levels of government; assess implications for child welfare.
- Knowledge of adult learning and transfer of learning theories and practice.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 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
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.
Apply by Date
3/14/2024
Salary Range
$72,300/yr. - $131,100/yr.
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
100% Fixed
Shift Hours
Manager will advise
Location
Davis - This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work arrangements
Union Representation
No
Benefits Eligible
Yes
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About University of California Davis
UC Davis is the home of the Aggies — go-getters, change makers and problem solvers who make their mark at one of the top public universities in the United States. Since we first opened in 1908, we’ve been known for standout academics, sustainability and Aggie Pride as well as valuing the Northern California lifestyle. These themes are woven into our 100-plus-year history and our reputation for solving problems related to food, health, the environment and society.Our 5,300-acre campus is in the city of Davis, a vibrant college town of about 68,000 located in Yolo County. The state capital is 20 minutes away, and world-class destinations such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley are within a two-hour drive.
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