Please note this is a 40% Limited position.
- This position offers a hybrid (remote/on-site) work arrangement. This position is at Division of Extended Studies’ University City Center location. No parking fees!
DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies serves as a catalyst for positive change by advancing global access, equity, and social and economic mobility through educational enrichment across the lifespan.
As a fully self-supporting division under UC San Diego Academic Affairs, Extended Studies operates year-round (12 months of active instruction) with a budget of $50 million annually. A team of 260 academic and staff employees and more than 1,200 instructors fulfill the mission of delivering exceptional educational experiences and services that reflect our standing as part of a top-tier globally renowned public research University.
Extended Studies operates in 200,000 square feet of managed space, including a headquarters building with classrooms, training spaces and key administrative offices adjacent to the UC San Diego campus, as well as off-campus classroom facilities in nearby University City. The division maintains a robust online learning platform, operating 24/7 with webcasting and video-conferencing capabilities, while also maintaining a strong web presence with e-commerce operating 24/7. There are over 90,000 enrollment transactions annually, supported by a robust network of representatives, agents, and students. Focused on community engagement and enrichment, the division operates two television stations, UCTV and UCSD-TV, and a variety of public lecture programs, while staying active in federal, state, local, and private research and technical assistance programs and activities.
Extended Studies is also responsible for the management and financial, operational, and programming oversight of UC San Diego Park & Market, a 66,000-square-foot, four-story, multi-purpose office building located in the East Village neighborhood of downtown San Diego. Park & Market supports and hosts a wide variety of civic, community, corporate, and campus events, meetings, conferences, and programs.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Program Producer assists in the planning, implementation, and administration of new and established programs within the Arts and Languages Department at UCSD Division of Extended Studies. Uses professional public educational program concepts in the completion of public education assignments. Works on programs and needs assessments that are of moderate scope and complexity. Modifies existing public educational programs or develops segments of larger programs. Specific responsibilities include implementing existing courses, participating in the development of new programs, basic student advising, assisting with the recruitment of instructors, assisting in the development of marketing plans and collateral, monitoring expenditures, and processing routine financial transactions.
A cover letter is optional, but strongly encouraged.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong demonstrated experience in customer service in a university or college. Experience resolving issues including, but not limited to, complex requests, disgruntled students/instructors, and exceptions to policies.
- Experience in implementing, coordinating and administering new programs and courses in a continuing education environment, preferably in arts, humanities, or language systems.
- Experience working within a team framework. Experience participating and presenting in group discussions/meetings regarding systems, procedures, policies and goals of the department.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing /editing skills for memos, routine correspondence, and business agreements. Excellent knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Demonstrated ability (experience) to work effectively without close supervision in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions, changing priorities and deadlines, while performing tasks accurately and quickly.
- Excellent organization abilities and project management skills to independently manage complex tasks, with competing demands for time and resources. Ability to prioritize and schedule work effectively within set guidelines to meet established deadlines.
- Good reading, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, and good presentation skills.
- Working knowledge of financial tracking including monitoring expenditures and revenues, processing routine transactions, and preparing financial reports.
- Working knowledge of delivering public educational programs.
- Working skills to produce and deliver programs.
- Working knowledge of conducting needs assessment.
- Experience working with budgets and financial figures, and help in preparing financial reports.
- Working knowledge of departmental and organization policies and procedures; knowledge of educational program content and objectives.
- Working knowledge of current public education programs and trends.
- Good analytical skills to understand how business needs can be addressed through the design and delivery of training programs.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Background check is required for this position.
- Duties may require direct contact with children (defined as individuals under the age of 18); completion of the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) form will be required.
- Incumbent must be available for occasional evenings / weekends and may be required to attend conferences / programs both locally and out-of-town, as requested. Some overtime during peak periods may be required.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $53,800 - $91,000 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $25.77 - $43.58
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
SUMMARY
Payroll Title: PUBL EDUC SPEC 2
Department: EXTENSION
Hiring Pay Scale $25.77/hr to $27.28/hr,
Worksite: Greenwich Drive
Appointment Type: Limited Appointment
Appointment Percent: 40%
Union: Uncovered
Total Openings: 1
Work Schedule: Days, 40% Appointment, M-F, Hours/Days open to discussion