Degree Pathways Coordinator

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The IRD for this job is: 05-11-2026

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 Division of Global Engagement facilitates international partnership agreements, international research opportunities for faculty, student global learning programs, international student and scholar support, and globally-focused programming. The units within Global Engagement include: Global Learning, International Student Services & Programming, and Global Initiatives.

More information can be found at: https://global.ucsc.edu/; https://acceleratedmasters.ucsc.edu/

JOB SUMMARY

Using skills as a seasoned, experienced student services professional, provides the full range of student services for degree pathways developed within the Divisions of Global Engagement and Graduate Studies, e.g. 2+2 transfer articulation pathways, accelerated masters pathways (3+1+1, 4+1), and the Global Access program for international 3+1+1 pathways. The incumbent independently advises students and resolves student services-related issues on the full range of academic issues inherent to participation in degree pathways, e.g., application, enrollment, finances, academic and degree progress; Under guidance from the Director of Global Initiatives and the Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies, coordinates development and implementation of new degree pathways, including promotion, reporting, and recommendation of changes to policies, practices, and procedures as necessary.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $72,000 - $86,000/Annually. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus / Hybrid

Union Representation: SV

Job Code Classification: STDT ACAD ADVISOR 3 SV (005141), Grade 128

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

35% - Academic Advising & Student Support:

• Serves as the primary resource and point of contact for students and academic advisors with regard to degree pathways;
• Uses advanced knowledge of academic policy and highly developed advising skills to resolve complex student issues in collaboration with departmental academic advisors, including grievances, grade disputes, student conduct, and personal crises;
• Reviews students' progress and advises students and faculty on requirements for degree and pathway completion; identifies students with progression problems and recommends interventions.
• Devises study plans for pathway students in collaboration with departmental academic advisors and faculty;
• Plans, designs, and provides workshops for students in degree pathways, such as academic strategies and enrichment programs;
• Participates in campus-wide committees relevant to student support and advising.

30% - Program Coordination:

• Coordinates intra-campus efforts to implement and expand degree pathways (e.g., 2+2, 3+1+1, 4+1) for both international transfer and domestic degree-seeking students;
• Liaises with campus stakeholders, including faculty, academic advisors, Academic Senate committees, Admissions, and the Degree Progress Unit to facilitate mapping of external curricula to UCSC requirements; in collaboration with Degree Progress Unit, proposes new course articulations to Course Supervising Authorities (CSAs); provides policy guidance on the creation and implementation of new pathways.
• Communicates with overseas partner institutions as needed to obtain and review academic and curricular information in support of new pathway development, e.g., syllabi, degree plans, transcripts.
• Compiles and organizes program data e.g., applications, admissions, enrollment, graduation rates, and placement, to prepare high-level reports for organizational leadership.

20% - Recruitment & Admissions:

• Plans and implements outreach programs with specifically targeted institutions; coordinates development of promotional materials; oversees and maintains web and online presence for degree pathways to ensure timely and effective messaging; initiates and arranges student recruitment visits; may plan and implement complex, high-visibility student events for recruitment purposes.
• Advises prospective applicants on necessary academic preparation and appropriateness of degree pathways as they pertain to prospective applicants' goals; evaluates domestic and international transcripts for pathway eligibility.
• Monitors application, admission, and enrollment of pathway applicants; in collaboration with both undergraduate and graduate Admissions Offices, ensures applicants are reviewed in accordance with established institutional agreements and eligibility requirements.

15% -

• Oversees administration of scholarship funds for 2 + 2 pathway students from select partner institutions; ensures distribution of funds in accordance with terms of agreements with partner institutions; may advise students and/or parents on scholarship terms.
• Advises on financial aid issues related to 4 + 1 degree pathways; may recommend referral of sensitive and complex issues to the Financial Aid office for resolution.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience and/or training.
• Demonstrated expertise in academic program coordination and/or development.
• Successful prior experience in university-level student advising and/or support services.
• Demonstrated skills in verbal communication and public presentation.
• Effective written communication skills; demonstrated attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and successfully work with students and campus stakeholders; academic department staff, faculty, Academic Senate committees, etc.
• Demonstrated multicultural competencies; successful prior experience working with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated skills in common computer applications used in higher education settings.
• Strong skills in problem identification and analysis; ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
• Skilled in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance.
• Prior experience and demonstrated skills working in spreadsheet and/or database tools such as Google Sheets, Excel, Airtable, or equivalent.
• Prior experience in international recruitment and/or admissions work.
• Prior experience in developing outreach and marketing plans.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Ability to work long periods of time at a computer with or without accommodation.
• The selected candidate will be required to work primarily on campus, with periods of remote work possible based on operational needs. If a hybrid work schedule is confirmed, the selected candidate must be able to work successfully from a home/remote office and be able to fulfill the requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
• This position requires the ability to report to campus to work in-person as operationally required, with reasonable notice as determined by your manager; travel expenses not covered.
• Ability to travel within a defined regional or service area.
• Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• 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 vaccine program.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.
• Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.

MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
  • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  • Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

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.

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

EEO/AA

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 covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

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.