Wri Administrative Coordinator - Santa Barbara, United States - University of California, Santa Barbara

University of California, Santa Barbara

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Santa Barbara, United States

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Description

Job Code: 004263

Job Open Date: 05/13/2024

Application Review Begins:05/29/2024; open until filled

Department Code (Name): GEOG-Geography

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): CX (Clerical)

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff (Contract); funding secured through 6/30/26, with the possibility of renewal.

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS

Salary Grade:
Steps

Hiring/Budgeted Hourly Range:
$ $32.62/hr.

Work Location:
Phelps Hall - 3512

Working Days and Hours:
M-F; 8am - 5pm

Benefits Eligibility:
Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement if applicable:Fully on-site is preferred but hybrid is an option, following initial training period.

Special Instructions

Department Profile
The Wildfire Resilience Initiative (WRI) is housed within the Department of Geography.

The Department's vision is to lead the integration of natural, social, and information sciences to solve problems of people and the environment.

Two key terms in the vision that separates geography from most other fields is that, first, we take integration across knowledge domains as the central goal and, second, we use that to leverage better insights on problems that span the natural and social realms.

Faculty in geography do not necessarily hold degrees in geography (only 4 currently do), but we all are characterized by having a particular domain expertise while also being committed to working across domains especially on problems where there are both natural and social aspects interacting.

Reflecting that framing, our faculty are classified by domain/research area expertise and participation in cross-cutting themes. Domains define broad areas of science where we have sufficient faculty expertise to provide graduate level education.

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Brief Summary of Job Duties
Serves as the primary contact for the Wildfire Resilience Initiative (WRI) in the Department of Geography.

The Wildfire Resilience Initiative at UC Santa Barbara develops and applies the latest technology, resilience research, satellite data and meteorological information for the understanding, prevention and mitigation of extreme wildfire events as well as the resulting damage from such events.

Manages and oversees programming, scheduling, accounting, and organizing related events. Works closely with WRI leadership to plan, coordinate, and manage all WRI outreach activities. Organizes and manages large Zoom events for the WRI. Responsible for management of website and social media content and updates for the WRI. Identifies, tracks, and engages donors and alumni as well as businesses/industry partners. Provides support for grant proposal development and researches funding opportunities. Creates graphic designs for program materials and marketing posters. Writes press releases on research activities. Builds relationships between academic and industry partners. Manages and tracks deadlines and deliverables and assists with report completion.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent training and/or experience.
13 years of experience in an administrative, clerical, or operations role.
13 years good verbal and written communication skills, active listening, critical thinking, multitask and time management skills.
Ability to maintain independent judgment and critical thinking; communication skills, and customer service focus.
Strong organization skills and ability to multitask with demanding timeframes.

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Preferred Qualifications

13 years of experience conducting outreach for events and programming, including through social media
Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality.

Special Conditions of Employment

Satisfactory conviction history background check
Contract position; funding secured through 6/30/26, with the possibility of renewal.
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Job Functions/Percentage of Time/Duties
Program Coordination (25%, daily): Provides high-level administrative and analytical support to the Wildfire Resilience Initiative (WRI). Manages the daily activities and coordinates all research activities, including research proposal coordination. Manages from conception to completion the planning and directing of numerous and varied projects and activities. Is conversant and knowledgeable on issues and activities relating to the WRI. Applies analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to address problems, set priorities, plans, and coordinate research activities efficiently and effectively. Responsible for managing ca