Arnhold Education Associate

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Departmental Overview:

Arts and Lectures (A&L) is a large, robust, complex, primarily self-supporting, non-academic unit that supports the academic mission of the university. A&L is the largest presenting organization between Los Angeles and San Francisco, and is one of the most visible, public-facing departments at UCSB. Through more than 150 events annually, A&L partners with faculty and academic departments, community organizations and leaders, university administrators, philanthropists and funders to create opportunities that integrate with and complement university curricula and create community connections.

Brief Summary of Duties:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Education and Community Engagement, the Arnhold Education Associate advances Arts & Lectures Education and Outreach unit in their mission to, 'Educate, Entertain, Inspire.' Researches, creates, develops, plans and implements program activities associated with reaching, serving, and engaging key constituencies across campus, in schools, and in the community, as well as establishing and developing relationships with educators and community leaders. Constituencies may include students, faculty/educators, and staff, University alumni; local community members; K-12 schools; non-profits; and the public.

The Arnhold Education Associate works independently alongside Arts & Lectures staff in programming, production, marketing, development, and finance to achieve a high-quality program and through accountability. The Arnhold Education Associate developments and implementations educational residencies and core components of the education and community programs while considering the needs and priorities of campus and community constituents; creates, enhances, and sustains relationships across campus and in the
community; mentors student staff, staffs select Education events; and collects and manages departmental data related to assigned projects.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree In related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Thorough written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including tact and political acumen to effectively represent the institution.
• Skill to meet prescribed deadlines, manage projects, and plan events.
• Ability to work some evening and weekends.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience with building and maintaining effective relationships with diverse constituencies across a community.
• 4-6 years of experience working with K-12 and/or university-level student populations.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Driver's License (U08): Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Satisfactory conviction history background check.
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
• M: CANRA Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse.
• S: Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for non-HEERA supervisors.
• Hours are variable and include nights and weekends.

Responsibilities:

Education Production and Management (50%)--Develops and implements programs and strategies that support the Arts & Lectures education program, which serves over 30,000 students and families each year across campus and in the community. Overall duties include mentoring student staff, interacting with artists and artist management in implementation of all education and community engagement activities, including developing artist residency schedules; planning and managing residency logistics; planning with local vendors or venue staff to ensure that technical needs are met; researching and providing context materials as required; escorting and hosting artists on the day of the event, including artist transport in university-owned or personal vehicle, leading events as the representative of the organization and the University, ensuring well-being and overall positive experience for artists in residency; and completing follow-up communication with partners and constituents. The sessions range from in-school assemblies with TK-12 students, workshops with community members and students, free public performances, and artist/speaker visits to campus to interface with students, faculty, staff, and/or alumni. Deepens the Education and Community Engagement department program's impact across campus and with local community groups. Duties related to this program include interfacing with faculty, staff, and local administrators to design, produce, and implement educational sessions; maintaining relationships and communications with faculty, staff, and local administrators; directing and mentoring other A&L support staff in their event duties, as needed.

Program Planning and Promotions (30%)--Collaborates with the Director of Education and Community Engagement to strategize annual programs according to the unique artists' abilities and availability, University and local needs and interests, foundation and donor objectives, financial requirements, and program priorities. This includes
researching and providing insight into partnerships, prospective programming and other areas that might inform program planning. Collaborates with the Director of Education and Community Engagement to identify opportunities to develop awareness of and engagement in Arts & Lectures programs across campus and in the community. Tracks and
informs the Director of issues of community interest or need and recommends possible programming. Independently reviews website content to keep information updated and relevant. Prepares written and visual materials and/or collateral to engage students, faculty/educators, staff, alumni, and/or community members with educational programming.

Data Management and Analysis (20%)-- The Arnhold Education Associate is independently responsible for maintaining select education and community databases and assets and
assisting with financial reporting. Supports the Director of Education and Community Engagement to extract key data points to inform strategic plans and analyze, evaluate, and report on the program. Assists with the tracking and monitoring of expenses related to selected education and community programming. May research various topics and gather relevant data to inform programming and strategic plans, keeping management informed as necessary and providing input as required.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination 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:

• UC Santa Barbara COVID-19 Information https://www.ucsb.edu/COVID-19-information
• University of California Policy on Vaccinations https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/

* 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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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Position Number: 40888636

Payroll Title: Alumni and External Relations Specialist 3

Job Code: 006299

Job Open Date: June 11, 2025

Application Review Begins: June 27, 2025; open until filled

Department Code (Name): ALEC (Arts & Lectures)

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): 99 (Non-Represented)

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff (Career)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classified Indicator (Personnel Program): PSS

Salary Grade: 21

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $69,500-$96,500/year. 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 is $69,500 to $123,500/year.

Work Location: 100 Castilian Drive

Working Days and Hours: M-F; 8am-5pm plus evenings and weekends as needed

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: N/A

Special Instructions

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

Application Status: If you would like to check the status of your application, please log into the Candidate Gateway where you applied and click on 'my activities'.