Student Leadership Programs Advisor

Position Number: 41175086

Payroll Title: STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 2

Job Code: 4563

Job Open Date: 6/5/2025

Application Review Begins: 6/23/2025

Department Code (Name): DSRS (Residential and Community Living)

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): SV (SSAP) - Student Services & Advising Professionals*

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: PSS/18

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $25.77 - $33.53/hr. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $25.77 - $43.58/hr

Work Location: Student Resident Life Trailer - 1000

Working Days and Hours: M-F 8am - 5pm, hours may vary due to programs

Benefits Eligibility: FULL Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations)

Special Instructions:

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

*Important Additional Information About This Position:

This position is in a job classification that recently became part of the Student Services and Advising Professionals (SSAP) bargaining unit. This is a newly-established unit that is exclusively represented byt the United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW).

The University and the UAW will begin bargaining over the terms and conditions of employment for the SSAP unit in Summer 2025. Until such time as a Collective Bargaining Agreement can be fully agreed-upon and ratified, the terms and conditions of employment for positions in the SSAP unit will continue to be governed by Personnel Policies for Staff Members (PPSM). Additional information regarding the SSAP bargaining unit can be found at https://ssap-uaw.org.

Department Marketing Statement:

Residential & Community Living promotes a self-regulated environment for the residents of University residence halls and apartments. Their services foster the residents' ability to live together respectfully and responsibly in a learning community and promote the academic success of all residents. The residential education program provides a quality living experience as well as opportunities to interact with other residents, faculty and staff.

Benefits of Belonging:

Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at UC

Brief Summary of Job Duties:

UCSB Residential & Community Living is responsible for the overall student life program in 9 residence halls and 8 apartment complexes (11,500+ residents) with a focus on student development and leadership programs, and conduct and accountability. Reporting to the Assistant Director for Student Leadership Programs, the Advisor enhances the overarching Student Leadership program through advising and supporting the leadership development of UCSB students, including the Residential Housing Association (RHA), National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH), and Hall Councils. The Student Leadership Program Advisor will play an integral role with the advising and leadership development of UCSB students, to include establishing student government and programming bodies for all-campus housing communities from the larger housing-wide organizations (such as RHA) to representatives on individual floors. This position provides an exceptional opportunity to develop skills in student advising, gain exposure to the field of student leadership and development, participate and contribute to a variety of student programs, and receive mentoring in career development and potential career paths.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in related area.
• At least 2 years of work experience in University Housing, or Student Affairs.
• Experience with planning and implementing programs/activities.
• Ability to work independently, anticipate job requirements, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Track record of infusing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion principles into daily work.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues throughout a large, multifunctional department.
• Commitment to creating communities where residents feel a deep sense of belonging
• Knowledge of and/or experience working within a residential curriculum campus.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues throughout a large, multifunctional department.
• Ability to work confidently with diverse student populations and is committed to practicing and promoting inclusivity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred and/or equivalent work experience in Residential Life, Student Leadership, or Student Affairs.
• Master's Degree.
• Self-directed with strong time management and administrative skills.
• Knowledge of University policy preferred; particularly knowledge of risk management & liability policies.
• Experience in counseling or advising students.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
• UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act.
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:

• 40% ADVISING - * Serve as staff co-advisor to the Residential Housing Association (RHA) an organization of 40 student leaders and annual budget of $120,000. * Serve as staff co-advisor to the National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) * Responsible for advising students in various roles, including RHA Executive Board, Hall Council Presidents & Representatives-at-Large. * Attend weekly RHA Coordinating Board, NRHH General Meeting, and Executive Board Meetings. * Assist in the coordination and advising of major student initiatives throughout the year, such as Week of Welcome, All Hall Brawl, and the Welcome & Finals Kits fundraiser. * Serve as Advisor to major RHA committees, as assigned. * Serve as delegation advisor to 1-3 regional and national collegiate conferences for student leaders that include, the Pacific Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls (PACURH) and the National Association of College and University Residence Halls (NACURH) conferences.
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  25% RESIDENTIAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM - * Assist the Assistant Director for Student Leadership Programs in developing student leadership trainings for members of RHA, NRHH, hall council advisors, and hall council representatives. * Provide support to Assistant Resident Directors in advising their respective community councils in areas of elections, meetings, retreats, programming, & advocacy. * Assist the Assistant Director for Student Leadership Programs in the creation & development of initiatives that support the residential curriculum model. * Develop partnership between the Office of Student Engagement and Leadership (SEAL) and the Division of Student Affairs in the area of student leadership.
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  20% ORGANIZATIONAL INVOLVEMENT - * Assist the Assistant Director for Student Leadership Programs in developing and leading professional development workshops for the Assistant Resident Directors. * Serve on various Residential & Community Living Committees, as assigned. * Serve as a conduct hearing officer and restorative justice facilitator as needed. * Serve on HDAE Committees as assigned.
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  15% ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT - * Assist in the creation of the RHA manuals and resource materials. * Assist in the creation and development of organization and position specific transition reports. * Conduct assessment and evaluation of student initiatives. * Coordinate travel in accordance with university policy to various student leadership conferences. * Purchase supplies and monitor budgets accordingly.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.

As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy

*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state or federal law.

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