Office of Black Student Development Director

Job Posting Details

• Position Number:
• Payroll Title: ACAD ACHIEVEMENT MGR )
• Job Code:
• Job Open Date: 2/10/26
• Application Review Begins: 3/10/26
• Department Code (Name): OBSD (OFFICE OF BLACK STUDENT DEVELOPMENT)
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Union Code (Name): 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): MSP
• Salary Grade: 24
• Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $105,680 - $115,000/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 for this position is $97,200 to $182,000/year.
• Work Location: Student Resource Building - 2210
• Working Days and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, some evening and weekends required
• Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits
• Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations); Hybrid work schedule will be considered after the probationary period has been completed and as long as hybrid arrangements are approved by the Division of Student Affairs. The University has the authority to change or revoke hybrid scheduling with reasonable notice. Incumbent must be available to be in the office as requested or full time should operational needs require it.
• Special Instructions: For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
• Department Marketing Statement: The Office of Black Student Development is dedicated to advancing the holistic support of UCSB’s undergraduate and graduate student communities. It supports the student experience at UCSB through a focus on four key areas: Recruitment & Retention, Holistic Support, Advocacy, and Academic Success. The OBSD team works with campus partners to create and cultivate innovative programs and services. It develops, shares, and actively engages its students and partners in a unique combination of student advocacy, academic resources, support services and collaborations to achieve a more inclusive, empowering and enriching campus experience. These services and partnerships work together to create a positive learning environment, foster a sense of belonging and assist students to achieve sustainable academic excellence, as well as career and life success.
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Brief Summary Of Job Duties

The Director provides leadership, vision, and management for the campus-wide effort responsible for Black student engagement and success and for advancing a framework for holistic student success for all UCSB students. Oversees advisory group(s), including the Black Resource Committee (BRC). Interfaces with senior campus leaders, Black Student Union (BSU), University of California (UC), and UCSB campus representatives (faculty/staff/administrators, student leaders, and pertinent student organizations). Advises campus leadership and provides the full range of campus consultation, policy and data analysis, and direct services to support student inclusion and retention. Leads the strategic planning, assessment, academic services, and implementation of long‑range goals related to Black students’ success and holistic student success for all UCSB students. Participates in local, regional, and national organizations to stay abreast of initiatives and research about Black students in higher education and best practices. Establishes partnership agreements and a program model inclusive of identifying and addressing barriers that impede/motivators that enhance curricular and co‑curricular success for Black students, and other marginalized groups. Participates in campus diversity awareness and advocacy efforts designed to improve campus climate and community cohesion, including the Anti‑Discrimination Policy. Manages the department’s budget and development efforts in consultation with divisional leadership and Student Affairs Grants and Development. Responsible for department’s daily operations. Ensures student advisory board input in the program model and participation in the staff selection process.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• 4-6 years professional experience working in higher education
• Demonstrated experience writing grants and professional reports, and serving as spokesperson and/or lead for key initiatives
• Demonstrated experience working with Black students and the broader Black community in a university setting
• Supervision experience including managing conflict, team development
• Awareness, engagement with, and/or membership in national organizations that support the diaspora or specifically relate to Black students in higher education
• Experience in developing programming that responds to the needs and concerns of Black students
• Demonstrated advanced content expertise and knowledge of student development theories, with advanced knowledge regarding Black student retention, campus climate and incident response, and systemic interventions to address gaps in achievement and access.
• Expertise in higher education administration, policies and Student Affairs' practice, with particular emphasis on program design, evaluation, service delivery and advocacy of underrepresented groups.
• Expertise in methodologies used to enhance student curricular and co‑curricular success with clear, measurable track record.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in establishing short and long term objectives and assessing clear outcomes using a wide array of methods and research tools.
• Excellent interpersonal, advocacy and communication skills.
• Ability to work in complex, political situations with understanding of campus culture, processes, procedures, policies and organizational acumen.
• Advanced knowledge of university anti‑discrimination policies and procedures.
• Requires a high level of confidentiality, sensitivity, and ability to work on complex situations with a wide range of organizations and a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
• Exercises a high degree of initiative, problem solving ability, diplomacy, accountability, and professional judgment.
• Ability to work independently, interpret and communicate policies, make sound decisions, anticipate job requirements, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication, and political acumen skills.
• Familiarity with University standards, UC policies and business processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred PhD
• Experience with shared governance (i.e. sharing of power, committee work and/or community/state/national involvement)

Special Conditions Of Employment

• May be called upon to work occasional nights and weekends.
• Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
• UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act
• 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.

Job Functions And Percentages Of Time

35% Leadership – Responsible for the Office of Black Student Development’s vision, leadership, organizational model and strategic plan for Black students and underserved communities. Includes assessment and evaluation plan, uses findings for evidence‑based decision‑making. Aligns program design to the division and campus mission, collaborates with partners to address coalition needs, ensures student input into the program model, develops efforts to assist UCSB in increasing access and achievement, interfaces with senior leaders, and ensures regular assessment and research. Oversees staff work on the Black Student Survey, data analysis, and integration of findings. Participates in campus response to hate‑related incidents, advises senior leadership, and conducts programs and services in compliance with non‑discrimination policies.

15% Strategic Partnerships – Involves faculty and staff as key champions, builds capacity, manages the Black Resource Committee, maintains and creates partnerships with departments and community organizations, serves as an expert advisor to faculty and leadership, sits on key committees, and works directly with partners on initiatives to identify barriers, establish interventions, and lead campus‑wide efforts.

40% Management – Responsible for daily operations and budget, manages staff, ensures compliance with financial policies, develops financial co‑sponsorship agreements, recruits and develops staff, assigns work and priorities, and ensures staff development and training.

10% Student Services – Uses knowledge in retention and academic achievement to create infrastructure of services, develops counseling/advising protocols, streamlines communication, collaborates with entities for well‑being, oversees case management, and develops relationships with students and families.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs. All Covered Individuals must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof of up‑to‑date vaccines or submitting an exception request. For more information, visit the UC Vaccination Programs Policy.

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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