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The UC Davis School of Law offers a three-year full-time program leading to the Juris Doctor Degree, a one-year program for a LL.M. (primarily foreign lawyers and judges), and combined degrees. The outstanding scholarly reputation, high ranking, small size, dedicated faculty of internationally renowned scholars, and uniquely supportive learning environment combine for an excellent legal education.

The UC Davis Labor & Community Center builds upon and expands existing worker-centered projects on the UC Davis campus. The Labor Center will develop labor-centered, community-engaged, policy-relevant research, education and public programming that

serves the labor movement and social justice struggles more broadly in the Greater Sacramento region, rural Northern California and parts of the San Joaquin Valley. The UC Davis Labor and Community Initiative is rooted in the belief that a vibrant labor movement is vital to redressing the range of inequities that plague workers and their loved ones. The UC Davis Labor and Community Initiative is committed to working collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders representing trade unions, workers' organizations and other groups addressing issues that working people face as a means of not simply advancing scholarly debates about workers but on-the- ground struggles led by workers. The UC Davis Labor and Community Initiative will thus address both of the UC WRPI programmatic goals of capacity building for a worker-centered economy and research for the public good.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Dean, the Managing Director will be responsible for program-specific management and development of the UCD Center for Labor and Community that includes developing and implementing the objectives of the Center. The Center's goals are to connect students, faculty, policy-makers, and labor and community stakeholders, and to collaboratively pursue research, policy analysis, and educational and public programs that support working people and their families, particularly those from low-income communities, immigrant and refugee backgrounds, and other communities of color in the Greater Sacramento region, rural Northern California and parts of the San Joaquin Valley.

In general, the Managing Director will be primarily responsible for implementing and managing non-campus related work as it relates to the programmatic areas of focus for the center which includes research, policy analysis, education/training and public programming.

The Managing Director will, alongside the Faculty and Project Directors, support the advancement of the interdisciplinary field of labor studies by overseeing the organization of scholarly and professional events, and supporting connection and collaboration among faculty, graduate students, the legal academy and other relevant units within the UC and larger academic communities.

The Managing Director, in close collaboration with community and labor organizations as represented by the Advisory Board, will advance labor and worker-focused research and policy analysis. The Managing Director will consult with the California legislature and relevant state agencies on issues related to labor and employment to further inform research projects and policy analysis work. They will also work with relevant governmental bodies on specific projects and provide consulting services as needed as these projects and services connect to issues of labor and employment.

The Managing Director will support unions and community organizations to conduct their work more strategically by developing curricula, training staff and rank-and file members, and providing technical assistance; and develop the next generation of labor and

community organizers, researchers, and leaders among undergraduate and graduate students by connecting them with community and labor organizations, and training and involving them in community-engaged action research. Along with Faculty Co-Director, the Project Director, and other personnel the Managing Director will design the curriculum for and assist with the summer Social Justice Institute.

The Managing Director will, along with the Faculty Co-Director, oversee the activities of all personnel including but not limited to the associate director, researchers, research assistants and administrative support. They will also work with labor and community organizations that might serve as externship or job sites for students. The Managing Director will also, along with the faculty co-director and project director, raise support for the Center.

The Managing Director will report directly to, and solicit the input of, the Dean of the UC Davis School of Law to help promote the Center's goals.

One-year contract with the possibility of extension or conversion to career based on available funding.

Applicants will be screened on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the apply by date.

Position Information

Apply by Date

05/02/2024

Salary Range

$103,500.00 - $216,500.00 /annual

Appointment Type

Contract

Number of Positions

1

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Manager will advise

Location

Davis, Ca

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged sitting and use of keyboard.

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WWORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must have ability to visit off-site events and meetings, providing own transportation.

• Work a flexible schedule, including some travel, and occasional evenings/nights and weekends.

• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• JD or PhD in a social science discipline.

• Minimum of ten years' experience, with increasing levels of responsibility, in policy, research, program development, and/or administration.

• Knowledge of and experience with popular education and training methodologies and curriculum development.

• Demonstrated experience with design and management of public programming. Ability to work effectively with internal and external partners.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Expertise in U.S. and/or international labor movements, and/or racial and economic justice organizations and campaigns.

• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

• Supervisory, management and leadership skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Experience in grant-writing and donor relations.

• Administrative experience managing a center at a major university.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Strong computer skills.

• Familiarity with the graduate student, law students, faculty, staff and alumni.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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