International Trade Specialist jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Location: Santa Cruz;Remote
Job ID: 55719

JOB POSTING

Multiple positions available.

Since this is a BYA (By Agreement) classification, there is no expectation for hours worked, but instead, an expected minimum production of 500 applications read and a maximum of 1200. Admission Freshman Reviewers are paid $4.00/per application.

Training dates will be between 11/6 - 11/9 and 11/13 & 11/4, 2023.

Admission Freshman Reviewers cannot be employed as a reader by more than one campus.

NOTIFICATIONS

The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California's COVID-19 vaccine program.

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INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. Materials submitted after the IRD will ONLY be forwarded at the request of the hiring unit. To ensure your application is routed for consideration, submit your materials before 11:59 p.m. on the IRD. Talent Acquisition cannot accept application materials outside of the jobs portal, and is unable to update submitted applications on an applicant's behalf, or forward communications to the hiring units. For more information about the IRD and the applicant review process, view this link.

The IRD for this job is: 07-31-2023


ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions generates, reviews, and processes in excess of 67,000 applications and serves approximately 38,000 campus visitors each year. The office has 44 career staff FTE, 45-50 part-time/temporary staff, and 150 student staff. Staff work locally and regionally throughout California and the nation.

The office is part of Enrollment Management, which includes Financial Aid and Scholarships, Orientation and Undergraduate Admissions. Enrollment Management is part of the multi-faceted academic Division of Undergraduate Education. Undergraduate Admissions, Enrollment Management and Undergraduate Education work closely with select Academic Senate committees.

Since its founding in 1965, the University of California, Santa Cruz, has grown from 652 students to nearly 19,000 students (2017-18) and earned international distinction as a world university with high impact research, ranking 3rd in the world for research influence by Times Higher Education, and among the top 50 universities in the world, according to the U.S. News and World Report 2017 Best Global Universities rankings.

A campus with world-class facilities and one of the most visually spectacular settings in higher education, UC Santa Cruz offers rigorous academic programs and cutting-edge research opportunities. At the core of our progressive educational approach are our 10 distinctive residential colleges, which organize the campus into smaller living/learning communities

More information can be found at: https://admissions.ucsc.edu

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Admissions - Evaluations & Advising Services, the incumbent is responsible for the evaluation and analysis of international academic records and an array of personal information from individuals applying for undergraduate freshman admission to the University of California, Santa Cruz. The incumbent will receive training in the review of international freshman applicants prior to the actual review of the applications. The incumbent will interpret and apply a wide variety of complex faculty-approved policies to determine an international applicant's UC eligibility - an appropriate holistic assessment - if an applicant has met the UC Santa Cruz selection criteria to be admitted to the campus.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $4.00 per application

Benefits Level Eligibility: None

Schedule Information:

• By Agreement, Variable
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: Limited appointment

Job End Date: 02/28/2024

Work Location: Remote

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: 004511 (ADMISSIONS EVALUATOR 3)

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

50% - Assessment

• Uses extensive knowledge of department requirements and applicant pool, to assess the applicants' overall record and experience for final admissions determination and recommendation.
• Analyzes student application materials to determine complete educational history. Determines UC eligibility status, including research concerning accreditation, variant educational and grading systems, and external collegiate coursework for its comparability to UC coursework.
• Researches foreign educational systems as needed and analyzes academic records from foreign secondary and tertiary institutions including study abroad records.

30% - Guideline Application

• Interprets and applies complex UC faculty-approved guidelines governing undergraduate freshman admission.

10% - Reference to Databases and Other Materials

• Uses reference materials including but not limited to UC's high school course agreements on the Doorways website, the UC California course list database, and the California statewide articulation database, ASSIST.

10% - Training

• Completes training and norming sessions related to the review of freshman applicants seeking admission to the University of California, Santa Cruz.
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area or combination of equivalent experience / training.
• Basic knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to make accurate and consistent interpretations of a broad variety of academic and/or administrative policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to research and analyze information and come to appropriate conclusions, employing complex policies and procedures.
• Experience in effectively using robust web-based and/or networked applications to effectively input, access, and analyze information critical to the daily functioning of the work environment.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, particularly in matters relative to sensitive or confidential student records, personnel or organizational matters.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and set priorities in the context of a full, multifaceted set of responsibilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge and experience using standard computing tools including Microsoft Office applications, on-line databases, email, and web-based research tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of Oracle/PeopleSoft Campus Solutions system, as well as other student-based computing environments.
• Knowledge of UC admissions practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of tertiary level foreign credentials, secondary school records, study abroad programs and policies, and knowledge of major educational systems of the world.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or without accommodation.
• Ability to work variable hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must provide own computer, internet access and any other office equipment required to complete the duties of the position.
• Must comply with all UC, UCSC, and Office of Admissions policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work remotely from a home office and be able to fulfill requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.


APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
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To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

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