Outreach Coordinator & Program Manager (On-Site)

Outreach Coordinator & Program Manager (On-Site)

Hiring Range

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is Step 1: $29.03 - Step 18:$42.34. The hourly range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is STEP 1: $29.03/hr.

Job Closing Date

Remote/Hybrid eligibility: This position is fully on-site.

This posting will remain open until filled with initial applicant review expected to be on or around May 22, 2026.

This union position is represented by the bargaining unit Clerical & Allied Services - CX Teamsters Local 2010.

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About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

About the Job

The Outreach Coordinator & Program Manage will support efforts for 2 different research programs: the NSF-funded Biological Integration Institute for Symbiotic Interactions, Training, and Education (INSITE) and the CIRM-funded Training Undergraduates in Stem Cell Engineering and Biology (TUSCEB). INSITE, in the face of a Changing Climate at the University of California, Merced, aims to promote the research and education of how important beneficial microbes are to hosts that are subjected to climate change through outreach and education. Under the direction of the INSITE, The Outreach and Education Coordinator will design, implement and coordinate INSITE outreach and training activities, interfacing with educational partners and groups and working with INSITE researchers, postdocs, students, and staff. The coordinator will assist with planning, scheduling, organizing, and general supervision of newly created and existing programs and events for K-16 students and educators, stakeholders, and researchers, as well as general public community members. The coordinator will design and implement new programs for different age groups and audiences as emerges. They will also assist in designing and creating publicity for educational programs and events, assist in the distribution of publicity for upcoming events, programs, and volunteer opportunities, and assist with website and social media to promote programs and events. The coordinator will assist the INSITE administrative leadership and staff in providing transparency of research, including the preparation of reports and tool kits supported by primary data collection and analysis.

As the Program Facilitator for the CIRM-funded TUSCEB program, the applicant will assist the co-directors with administrative duties such as annual recruiting, communicating with TUSCEB trainees and faculty mentors, generation and updating the website, organizing monthly meetings, communicating and coordinating research experiences for the trainees with the industry partners, and organizing yearly meetings with executive committee and annual outreach event (full day symposium). Will work with faculty, students, and staff that are involved in the program (both internal and external) and serves as a liaison.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, coordinate, and participate in campus-wide outreach projects and activities, including local high schools, community organizations, and partners; plan, prepare, and deliver programs related to research and educational programming; coordinate, communicate and schedule INSITE educational and outreach programming throughout the region, including travel logistics.
• Create and disseminate handouts, illustrations, presentations, videos, and other products to translate research, training, and educational findings, and track attendance and expenditures of education and outreach activities and programs.
• Design and implement new programs for diverse audiences; organize and review programmatic curricula; describe and communicate learning outcomes; complete program evaluations for outreach activities and assist with analysis.
• Manage supporting materials and equipment (modules for CalTeach, projects for the Mobile Maker space).
• Interact with other UC Merced programs including CalTeach, CCMB, Mobi, and Radio Bio.
• Manage undergraduate and graduate students to deliver high-quality programs to broad audiences in the community; coordinate with faculty, postdocs, students, and staff to deliver broader impacts for granting, and provide assistance to students in the URISE program with travel, workshops, and professional development towards graduate school.
• Provide assistance to students in the TUSCEB program with travel, workshops, and professional development.
• Maintain organized records of applications and trainees, and serve as a liaison with faculty and industry partners; coordinate monthly meetings and annual retreat, and communicate to trainees, faculty, and industry partners regarding relevant activities.
• Perform basic budget analysis and tracks and monitors expenses, and assists with budget reconciliation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and EXPEREINCE

• High School Diploma, General Equivalency Degree (GED), or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) or equivalent, and Five (5) years of administrative/clerical work experience.

OR

• Bachelor's degree in a related area and one (1) year of administrative/clerical work experience which have led to the development of the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position is required. Direct knowledge of University of California policies and procedures is preferred.

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Hmong or Spanish language proficiency. (Preferred)
• Experience teaching and developing curriculum. Experience with hands-on technology. (Preferred)
• Familiarity with national and state education standards. (Preferred)
• Willingness to learn and implement teaching strategies for diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Experience with outdoor experiential education. Knowledge of advertising and marketing techniques. (Preferred)
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Very strong organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills, creativity, and enthusiasm.
• Strong, interpersonal, and leadership abilities. (Preferred)
• Good written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment. (Preferred)
• Exceptional project management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and assign work to others.
• Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects. (Preferred)