https://jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/3688 

The Riordan Programs provide leadership and management training to diverse individuals all over the country. The Scholars Program, College-to-Career Program and MBA Fellows Program develop tomorrow's leaders by providing a transformational experience through the use of mentors, educational workshops and community service.
Position Summary
 

The Program Specialist for the Riordan Programs will have the responsibility of assisting with the coordination of our Riordan Scholars Program and internship support program identify potential challenges and barriers to program implementation and solicit suggestions for improvement. Administer and support the support Juniors and Seniors in high school in support of curriculum for the college preparation, application and internship opportunities. The Program Specialist under the guidance of the Senior Program Manager will implement and coordinate all aspects junior college preparation curriculum. Develop a process of career support for Riordan scholar alumni in internship and career opportunities. Additional duties will include to engage in grant writing, fundraising and grant reports for Riordan Scholars Program.

Salary & Compensation

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Qualifications
 

• Interpersonal Skills Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with foundations, administrators and funding agency personnel. Ability to work as part of a team toward a common goal. (Required)
• Contracts & Grants Knowledge of regulations regarding contract and grant administration. (Required)
• Volunteer Demonstrated ability to build cooperative, effective relationships with volunteers in a volunteer-driven organization. Experience working and training volunteers.
• Skills in prioritizing numerous tasks to maintain organization and efficiency in completing work in a timely manner. (Required)
• Strong verbal and written communications skills. (Required)
• Experience with evaluations, assessments and program surveys. (Required)
• Experience working with diverse and under-served populations, particularly with college students. (Required)
• Experience responding to volunteer inquiries. (Required)
• Ability to do research quickly and to use contact management databases. (Required)
• Ability to keep confidential and privileged information. (Required)
• Demonstrated initiative and proactive approach. (Required)
• Ability to gather information necessary for resolving questions and solving problems. (Required)
• Skill and resourcefulness in using references to gather needed information to complete projects. (Required)
• Ability to maintain composure and productivity despite multiple deadlines, frequent interruptions, and distractions and competing priorities. (Required)


• Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations




 
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• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required)


• Special Conditions for Employment




 
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• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
• CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".


• Schedule
  
  Position eligible for hybrid schedule.
  Union/Policy Covered
  
  99-Policy Covered
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