Office of Black Student Development Director

Job Posting Details

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Payroll Title: ACAD ACHIEVEMENT MGR )
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Job Open Date: 2/10/26
Application Review Begins: 3/10/26
Department: Office of Black Student Development (OBSD)
Percentage of Time: 100%
Union Code: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
Employee Class: Staff: Career
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Grade: 24
Pay Rate/Range: $105,680 - $115,000/year (budgeted); $97,200 - $182,000/year (full range)
Work Location: Student Resource Building - 2210, UCSB Campus
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (some evenings and weekends required)
Benefits: Full Benefits
Remote/Hybrid: Hybrid – subject to approval after probationary period and as needed
Special Instructions: Include resume and cover letter in 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 focuses on recruitment & retention, holistic support, advocacy, and academic success, partnering across campus to create inclusive environments that foster belonging and sustainable achievement.

Benefits of Belonging

Working at UC means being part of a vibrant institution that values contributions, offering excellent retirement and health benefits.

Brief Summary of Job Duties

As Director, lead the campus-wide effort to engage and succeed Black students, oversee advisory groups, interface with senior campus leaders, and manage the department’s strategic planning, assessment, budgeting, and service delivery. Build partnerships, advance research, and contribute to campus climate and inclusion initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• 4–6 years of professional experience in higher education
• Experience writing grants, producing reports, and leading key initiatives
• Experience working with Black students and the broader Black community in a university setting
• Supervision experience, including conflict management and team development
• Awareness and membership in national organizations supporting Black students or diaspora
• Experience developing programming tailored to Black student needs
• Advanced knowledge of student development theories and Black student retention issues
• Expertise in higher education administration, policies, and Student Affairs practice
• Proficiency in evidence‑based methodologies to enhance curricular and co‑curricular success
• Knowledge of establishing objectives and rigorously assessing outcomes
• Excellent interpersonal, advocacy, and communication skills
• Ability to navigate complex political situations within campus culture
• Advanced understanding of anti‑discrimination policies and procedures
• High confidentiality, sensitivity, and professionalism in complex situations
• Initiative, problem‑solving, diplomacy, accountability, and professional judgment
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities
• Familiarity with University standards, UC policies, and business processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred PhD
• Experience with shared governance (committee work, community/state/national involvement)

Special Conditions of Employment

• May be required to work occasional nights and weekends
• Mandated reporting requirements for Child Abuse
• UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act
• Satisfactory criminal history (background check)
• UCSB is a Tobacco‑Free environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

Applicants must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions of misconduct within the last seven years, or any appeal of substantiated misconduct at a previous employer. “Misconduct” includes violations of policies on harassment, discrimination, or other workplace abuses.

Job Functions and Percentages of Time

35% Leadership

• Lead OBSD’s vision, strategic plan, and organizational model for Black and underserved student success.
• Develop assessment and evaluation plans for all initiatives, using culturally informed, evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Collaborate with campus partners to address intersectionality and promote inclusive climate.
• Advise campus leadership on policies, data analysis, and direct services to support inclusion and retention.
• Establish partnerships and program models that address barriers and mobilize incentives for academic success.
• Participate in campus diversity and advocacy to improve climate and community cohesion, including the Anti‑Discrimination Policy.
• Manage the department’s budget and development efforts in collaboration with Student Affairs Grants and Development.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure departmental staff selection incorporates student advisory input.

15% Strategic Partnerships

• Engage faculty and staff as champions for diverse student learning, inclusion, and success.
• Lead Black Resource Committee (BRC), setting vision and sustaining initiatives.
• Maintain and develop new campus partnerships with EOP, Cultural Resource Center, Office of Culture and Inclusive Excellence, and more.
• Serve as expert advisor to faculty and campus leadership on practice impact and barriers.
• Work with academic departments, research centers, and colleges to identify barriers and implement interventions.
• Build relationships with key partners such as Black Student Union, Centers for Black Studies, CAPS, and student organizations.

40% Management

• Oversee daily operations and budget for staffing and programming.
• Secure external funding and work with the Student Affairs Development Office on grants and development.
• Ensure financial accountability, internal controls, and compliance with policies.
• Recruit, screen, select, and train staff, using student advisory input and setting performance expectations.
• Build staff capacity and provide professional development on crisis intervention, bias, and student support.
• Maintain relationships with students, faculty, and partners to enhance holistic services.

10% Student Services

• Create programs that use strength‑based and cultural wealth models for all students.
• Develop counseling/advising protocols for holistic support, research skills, graduate education, and financial literacy.
• Coordinate referrals with CAPS, Student Health, and other campus resources.
• Collaborate with campus entities to ensure wellbeing services for undergraduates, graduates, and marginalized communities.
• Oversee case management for complex student situations and coordinate with partners.
• Build relationships with Black students and families through admissions outreach and support.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy

All employees must comply with the University of California Vaccination Programs policy and provide proof of up‑to‑date immunizations or an appropriate exception.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status.

Reasonable Accommodations

For accessibility requests, contact Katherine Abad in Human Resources at 805‑893‑4664 or email

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