Program Manager, LIFTED

Position Number: 41236146

Payroll Title: STDT SVC ADVISOR 2 SV (005155)

Job Code: 005155

Job Open Date: 4/23/26

Application Review Begins: 5/8/26

Department Code (Name): HMCT (HUMANITIES CENTER)

Percentage of Time: 100

Union Code (Name): SV - Student Services and Advising Professionals

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS

Salary Grade: STEPS

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $26.53 to $32.19/hour. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $25.77 to $43.58/hour.

Work Location: 6046 HSSB & Remote

Working Days and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00 PM, variable

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations) Position is expected to travel to UCSB Campus and have on-site visits at California State Prison, Corcoran (CSP-COR).

Special Instructions:

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement:

California is home to one of the largest prison systems in the country, as measured by both the number of people incarcerated and the number of prisons in the state. UC LIFTED (Leveraging Inspiring Futures Through Educational Degrees) is a statewide initiative to expand access to University of California bachelor's degrees to incarcerated students through intercampus collaboration. The program, UCSB LIFTED, will offer a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Literature that draws from the humanities and fine arts and the social sciences, accessible to individuals incarcerated in California State Prison, Corcoran (CSP-COR). This cross-cultural humanities major acquaints students with foundational ideas, cultural norms, and artistic practices of diverse societies. Their studies will enable them to develop their written and oral communication skills and develop facility in critical analysis and analytic problem solving.

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Brief Summary of Job Duties:

Established in the Fall of 2022, LIFTED (Leveraging Inspiring Futures through Educational Degrees) is a program to establish University of California B.A. degree opportunities for incarcerated Californians who have completed A.A. degrees for transfer to a UC campus. Under the direction of the UCSB LIFTED Faculty Director, the Program Manager applies professional student services concepts to provide assistance to individuals incarcerated in California State Prison, Corcoran (CSP-COR), going through the transfer process into UC Santa Barbara. This role involves a wide range of student services duties and responsibilities. This involves working closely with the students at the California State Prison, Corcoran (CSP-COR), and involves time working with students at the facility. Duties include managing professional and student staff, providing faculty and student trainings, maintaining relationships with the prison, and collaborating on central policymaking. Responsibilities include oversight of all program processes and procedures, involving campus and UC policies, as well as California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) rules and regulations that have an impact beyond the unit. Travels regularly to California State Prison, Corcoran (CSP-COR) to work with the students who are enrolled in the program and the faculty to teach the courses for the program.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
• Clearance from Prison to access education site within 60 days

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
• 1-3 years Related experience
• Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Knowledge of University-specific computer application programs and pertinent databases.
• Ability to multitask; verbal and written communication skills.
• Multicultural competencies; ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability in problem identification and reasoning.
• Skills in service orientation, organization, active listening, and critical thinking.
• Knowledge of University processes and procedures.
• Understanding of University rules and regulations.
• Interpersonal skills.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• This is a Career position with an end date. Current funding allows for position from July 1, 2026 - June 30th, 2029; however, the role may continue past the initial pilot stage with funding availability.
• Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an 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; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, 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

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:

40% Student Affairs - Serves as the LIFTED Program Manager and works closely with the Faculty Director and applies professional student services concepts in providing a variety of student services to the individuals incarcerated in California State Prison, Corcoran (CSP-COR), and to faculty and management within UCSB, Bakersfield College, and the California Department of Corrections adn Rehabilitation (CDCR). Recruitment and Admissions: Oversees and implements outreach programs and strategy with specifically targeted institutions to meet LIFTED program goals; coordinates, reviews, and advises the Faculty Director on the transferability and applicability of non-UC courses. Advises prospective students on necessary academic preparation; appropriateness of program as it pertains to the prospective applicant's goals; reviews domestic transcripts for degree eligibility; initiates and arranges student recruitment visits. Student Conduct: Provides information to students and faculty regarding organization policies and procedures on student conduct. Student Orientation: Conducts orientations of new students.

40% Academic Affairs - Provides advice and assistance on academic and degree programs and major requirements; assists students in determining a major, alternative academic options, resolving schedule conflicts, and similar issues. Financial Aid: Recommends petitions exceptions that affect the requirements of multiple departments and facilitates new course approval through interaction with campus departments/committees. Advises on financial aid options and recommends resolution of extremely sensitive, specialized, and complex financial aid issues; and administers programs, grants and restricted funds. Career Counseling: Advises department/college/school students on resume preparation and interviewing. Academic Personnel: Coordinates all faculty appointments to teach courses at the prison each quarter. Ensures all policies and procedures are followed per the rules and regulations of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

20% Operation & Events - Operation: Advises the Faculty Director on available funds for entering students based on funding sources and manages the overall LIFTED budget. Recruit, train, supervise and develop career (and student) staff. Assess and manage staff performance, provide feedback, and establish goals. Plan, organize, and coordinate staff workload. Responsible for enhancing staff engagement. Identify and recommend opportunities for staff training and professional growth. Events: Coordinates and implements non-complex student events and assists in the planning and implementation of complex events. Professional Development: Participates in professional student services committees that develop policies and procedures with nationwide impact.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.

As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy

*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

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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 status under state or federal law.

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