Description

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Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit cover letter and resume.

Department Summary

At UCLA Residential Life, our mission is to create safe, supportive, and inclusive living-learning communities for all members of our Bruin residential community. With 15,000 undergraduates in our residence halls and 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students in our apartments and family housing, we are committed to making UCLA a place where community thrives. Supported by a team of over 100 professional staff, 20 Faculty-in-Residence, and 600 student staff, we strive to enrich the student experience through connection, learning, and growth.Academics & First Year Experience is one of nine units within Residential Life, integral to shaping the student experience at UCLA. This unit is dedicated to fostering academic success for all students and providing a smooth transition for first-year Bruins.
Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Academics & First-Year Experience (FYE) at UCLA Residential Life oversees the implementation and assessment of programs, partnerships, and services that support the academic and intellectual development of 24,000 residential students. This position includes a live-in component and requires participation in a 24/7 duty rotation, serving as a critical responder for the campus. The role requires adaptability, visionary leadership, and a collaborative spirit to work with staff, faculty, and campus partners in fostering a dynamic and supportive residential environment. Reporting to the Associate Director of Academics & FYE, the Assistant Director’s role includes direct supervision of two (2) Program Coordinators and indirect supervision of student staff (Project Management Interns, Community Development Interns, and Study Hall Proctors.) The Assistant Director ensures the delivery of impactful programming that facilitates first-year students’ transition and academic success, while fostering collaboration with campus partners.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

  • Ability to assess student needs and implement inclusive, supportive programs within residential settings. (Required)
  • Working knowledge of student development and advising staff including recruitment, coaching, training, delegating, discipline, conflict resolution, team-building, interpersonal communication, consensus building , community development, leadership developm (Required)
  • Working knowledge of University protocols, procedures, and policies regarding programming, event-management, and liability. (Required)
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with academic departments, faculty, and campus partners. (Required)
  • Experience in delivering training programs for staff, faculty, and student leaders to enhance engagement. (Required)
  • Strong crisis management and conflict resolution skills in a live-in environment. (Required)
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse populations. (Required)
  • Strong supervision skills, with experience mentoring professional and student staff. (Required)
  • Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and assess academic and transitional programs. (Required)
  • Proficiency in data analysis to make programmatic recommendations for improvement. (Required)
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. (Required)
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed. (Required)

    • Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

  • Bachelor?s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or a related field, and/or equivalent experience/training. (Required)
  • Master?s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or a related field (Preferred)

    • Special Conditions for Employment

  • Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
  • Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
  • CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA . The employee must sign the “Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse”.

    • Schedule

    8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    Union/Policy Covered

    99-Policy Covered
    Complete Position Description

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