EAOP Regional Assistant Director

EAOP Regional Assistant Director Priority Application Deadline: 02/10/2026 Overview Job ID 37045997 Category Student Affairs and Advising Organization Student Affairs Department Student Affairs SAPEP Location Riverside Area Salary $57,700 - $99,300 Date Posted January 27, 2026 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Schedule 8AM - 5PM Full/Part Time Full-time(100%) Level of Supervision General Supervision Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No UC Internal Job: No Position Information The EAOP Regional Assistant Director is responsible for managing and implementing all aspects of the Early Academic Outreach Program in their assigned region. They will serve as the primary EAOP contact at school sites, advise program participants and their families on post-secondary educational and career options, and collaborate with counselors, the Office of Admissions, Financial Aid, and the Career Center. In addition, this role also includes hiring and training University Mentors, planning and coordinating activities that support college admission and enrollment. This is a full-time career position. The salary range for the EAOP Regional Assistant Director is $57,700–$99,300 annually. However, the expected pay scale is up to $62,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Requirements Educational Requirements Degree Requirement Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required Conditions Condition Requirement Bachelor's Degree Required Experience Requirements Experience Requirement 4 - 7 years of related experience. Required License Requirements License Requirement Valid California Drivers License Required Special Conditions Special Condition Requirement Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. Required Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) Required Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours Required Must possess or obtain a Valid CA Driver License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles, if driving a university/personal vehicle for university related business. Required Minimum Requirements Strong knowledge and experience working with educational equity programs serving a diverse student population. Strong knowledge of up-to-date information on K-12 and higher education policies and issues. Ability to assess their impact on program strategies. Knowledge of K-12 and higher education institutions (UC, CSU, CC, etc.), admissions and financial aid requirements, and the ability to interpret policies and procedures to youth, parents, and school representatives. Knowledge of youth and adolescent development theory, including issues facing low-income, first generation urban youth. Ability to establish and maintains cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts. Strong knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements. Demonstrated cultural competency with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status. Strong communications (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Significant experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of the California Community College Higher Educational System, its admission requirements and outreach services. Additional Information In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud. UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings. UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020 UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019 Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine. 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 categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview Job Description Details General Information Job Title K to 14 ACAD PREP SPEC 3 Job Code 004535 Grade 19 Department Head Alicia Hernandez Supervisor Frances Calvin Positions Directly Supervised Job Code Title FTE 004921 STDT 2 0.49 Generic Scope Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. Custom Scope As a seasoned, experienced professional in K-14 academic preparation, independently works with assigned institutions and organizations to plan and implement a wide range of academic preparation programming. Develops and maintains program visibility in schools. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with K-14 and higher education institutions and/or community entities. Develops collaborative relationships with other college-going programs. Department Custom Scope The EAOP Regional Assistant Director is an experienced K–14 academic preparation professional who works independently and is focused on increasing college access and academic preparedness for program participants. The individual will manage outreach initiatives, deliver grade-appropriate college readiness advising, and supervise university mentors. Additionally, the individual will expand the program’s outreach efforts by building partnerships with K–14 schools, higher education institutions, and community organizations to support and increase postsecondary enrollment. This is a full-time career position. Key Responsibilities Description Percent Time Delivers individual and group advising services and maintains relationships with a group of K-14 students. Assist program participants with navigating the college admission process by identifying eligible colleges and universities, supporting completion of college and financial aid applications, and advising on admission-related requirements and deadlines. 15% Develops student academic plans to ensure post-secondary admission eligibility. 10% Acts as advocate for students and parents. Reviews program participants’ academic transcripts and makes recommendations as needed for postsecondary admission, providing guidance and resources to support students and their families in making informed decisions regarding postsecondary educational and career options. 10% Plans and implements college-going field trips and activities. Which may include, but are not limited to, Northern California tours and overnight residential programs. 10% Responsible for meeting the objectives of the program, as set forth by the campus and the UC System 10% Designs and implements grade-appropriate college-going workshops, curricula, materials and activities. 5% Delivers college-going workshops to parents and families at community and school sponsored events. Including, but not limited to, recruitment events and activities that will yield the required number of EAOP participants. 5% Develops and maintains relationships with parents/families to support student academic success and access to higher education. 5% Develops collaborative relationships with other college-going programs and K-14 higher education personnel. 5% Participates in strategic and program planning. 5% Serves on department, organization, and external committees, workgroups, and coordinating bodies. Attends all staff meetings and meets with contacts in high schools as needed. 5% Produces program reports, collects student data, documents participant contacts and progress, and tracks academic progress of program participants. Reviews and analyzes data related to assigned schools to better understand the needs of EAOP participants and school sites. 5% Trains, supervises, and evaluates job performance of part-time, student, and/or summer staff. Ensures student staff (university mentors) are properly trained and knowledgeable about the college admission process for each segment of higher education in California 5% Other duties as necessary. 5% Other Requirements Items Used Computer Standard Office Equipment Copier Scanner University and Personal Vehicles Physical Requirements Bend: Occasionally Sit: Frequently Squat: N/A Stand: Frequently Crawl: N/A Walk: Frequently Climb: N/A Mental Requirements Read/Comprehend: Constantly Write: Constantly Perform Calculations: Occasionally Communicate Orally: Constantly Reason & Analyze: Constantly Environmental Requirements Is exposed to excessive noise: No Is around moving machinery: No Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity: No Drives motorized equipment: Yes Works in confined quarters: No Dust: No Fumes: No Critical Position Yes

Salary : $57,700 - $99,300