Special Assistant to the Dean of Students (On-site)

$70,200 - $75,000/Yr

University of California - Merced, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Merced, CA

5,001-10,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Special Assistant to the Dean of Students at UC Merced plays a crucial role in supporting the Dean of Students by conducting analyses and managing projects related to student support. This position requires a blend of technical knowledge, effective communication, and problem-solving skills to address various policy and procedural issues. The role involves collaboration with campus departments, managing data systems, and overseeing communication and outreach efforts to enhance student services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of data and systems related to student support initiatives.
• Gather and prepare reports on student emergency fund and housing requests.
• Prepare and edit documents including research reports and presentations.
• Maintain and update DOS virtual platforms and Salesforce database.
• Coordinate program planning and events such as 'Dinner with the Dean' and 'Equity and Access Resource Fair'.
• Assist in the onboarding and training of student interns and staff.
• Represent the Dean of Students in system-wide meetings and calls.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related area.
• Three years of administrative or directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask under demanding timeframes.
• Ability to manage workload independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with office management, accounting, and budgeting.
• Demonstrated excellent analytical skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.