Senior CalFresh Program Specialist

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

The University of California, Irvine Basic Needs Center promotes equitable access to basic needs through student empowerment, community collaboration, and institutional integration. Our aim is to shift cultural consciousness towards understanding the fulfillment of basic needs, which include food and housing security - a guaranteed right for every person. We are committed to making UCI a basic needs-secure campus. We understand that meeting the basic needs of our students greatly impacts their mental and physical health, academic performance, work productivity, and holistic success. The Basic Needs Center offers emergency food and housing resources, connects students to critical on and off-campus resources, and provides educational opportunities for students to take personal responsibility for their wellness and the well-being of their communities.

Under the supervision of the Director of Basic Needs Center, the Senior CalFresh Program Specialist leads the center's efforts to increase community awareness and student enrollment in public benefits, with an emphasis on the CalFresh/SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Promotes and oversees CalFresh Application Assistance services to over 10,000 eligible students. Trains and supervises a team of Student Advocates and leads public benefits outreach and education activities while motivating eligible students to enroll in the CalFresh program. Maintains the campus Community Based Organization (CBO) partnership with the Social Services Agency of Orange County (OCSSA) and executes collaborative large scale enrollment events. Fosters campus partnerships to target outreach to eligible student populations. Leads outreach and awareness efforts and maintains print and digital informational materials. Collects and analyzes data on the demographics of students applying for public benefits. Assesses and evaluates services and provides suggestions and recommendations for further improvements as needed.

Required:

• Strong knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs and knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.
• Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs / Student Life specialization.
• Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance.
• Abilities in project management, problem identification and reasoning skills.
• Ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Experience in developing promotional programs and/or presentations on issues relevant to student services.
• Skill to present material to a variety of constituent groups in a manner that is engaging and easily understood.
• Ability to successfully address and mediate conflicts in a tactful and neutral way.
• Experience researching, reviewing and critically analyzing publications and literature regarding best practices in higher education focusing on supporting student development, leadership, and success.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working in public benefits facilitation in a college setting

Preferred:

• Thorough knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Master's degree preferred.

Special Conditions:

• Some evening and weekend events and programs

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $60,300- $76,000 (Annual).

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*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.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

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.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.