DIRECTOR of FIRST-GENERATION PROGRAM

Provost & Academic Dean's Office

Classification: Level 5 / Class 6220 / 0.25 FTE / Exempt / Non-Represented

Hiring Salary: $20,000-$25,000, Commensurate with experience

THE PROGRAM

UC Law SF attracts a significant first-generation student population - roughly 20% of each entering class of approximately 400 JD students. The First-Generation Program is a co-curricular program that creates a welcoming community for UC Law SF students who are the first in their families to attend college and law school. It includes about five special lunchtime or evening programs each semester, including orientation, graduation, networking, and other skills development programming, often in partnership with practicing lawyers and firms. UC Law SF seeks to hire a part-time director to manage this program.

THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director of the First-Generation Program reports to the Provost & Academic Dean and conceives and implements programming aimed at supporting first generation law students from orientation through graduation. Programming includes events aimed at building community, promoting academic and professional success, and helping students' network with the broader alumni and practice communities. The Director will also serve as a mentor and advisor to first general students.

• Typical duties and responsibilities consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
• Conceive and implement academic and professional development and networking events.
• Develop and nurture partnerships within the law school, across higher education institutions, and within the practice community.
• Host mentorship office hours with first generation students.
• Raise funds from third parties to support the Program and first generation students.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• J.D. degree required. Bar membership required.
• Experience working with first generation students and professionals required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Proven program development experience.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire teams around common goals and interests.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize with minimal supervision and work independently, as well
• as being able to contribute as a member of a team.
• Creative and entrepreneurial approach.
• Ability to manage budgets.
• Commitment to protecting and promoting the interests of first-generation students.

BENEFITS

Health and Welfare Benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Legal Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plans/Pre-tax Retirement Savings Programs

For your Work/Life Balance

• Fifteen paid holidays per year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Commuter Benefits Program

THE HIRING PROCESS

This position has been designated as "sensitive" and requires a pre-employment background check.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Applicants who meet the position requirements will be competitively evaluated to identify the individuals whose breadth and depth of experience and education most closely relate to the stated requirements and the needs of the College. Depending on the quality and number of the applications received, only the better qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview. The position is open until filled.

UC Law SF is an equal opportunity employer. UC Law SF strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect. UC Law SF is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.