Assistant Director of Campus Visits and Outreach

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 salary range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $79,200
- $82,000. Job Closing Date Initial applicant review will begin on or around November 4, 2026. Posting may close any time after the review date. This position is represented by the bargaining unit UAW-SV. Remote/Hybrid eligibility: This position is fully on-site 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 9,600 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 Assistant Director of Campus Visits and Outreach independently plans, designs, implements, and evaluates comprehensive campus visit and outreach programs that support undergraduate recruitment, yield, and student engagement goals. The position provides strategic and operational leadership over the Welcome Center and Student Ambassador Program, including supervision of a large student workforce and professional staff, development of training and service delivery models, and oversight of high-volume campus tour operations and visitor experiences. Serving as a key institutional representative, the role manages relationships with K–12, community college, and community partners, and ensures alignment of outreach initiatives with campus enrollment priorities. The position also administers externally funded outreach programs, including budget oversight, proposal review processes, stakeholder advising, and required reporting. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Assistant Director develops and implements programmatic improvements, establishes operational procedures where none exist, analyzes program effectiveness through data and feedback, and provides leadership and guidance in outreach and visitor experience strategy across the organization.

Key Responsibilities
Student Ambassador & Outreach Program Management Recruits, trains, supervises, and evaluates student ambassadors who support high school and community college outreach. Develops training curriculum and leadership pathways for ambassadors. Implements ambassador assignments to support MAAP, SIP, and other strategic partnerships across the Central Valley and beyond. Oversees ambassador-led presentations, college fair participation, and school visits. Campus Visit Experience And Welcome Center Oversight Manages the UC Merced Welcome Center including daily operations, front-line visitor services, and coordination with Admissions Events staff. Develops and manages all campus tour offerings—individual, group, VIP, and virtual. Maintains tour reservation systems, data collection tools, and visit evaluation processes. Crafts and regularly updates tour scripts and visit messaging in collaboration with Marketing. SAPEP Student Initiative Program (SIP) Management Provides admissions advising for prospective students and families during campus visits and outreach events. Coordinates with regional reps and internal teams to support campus-based and off-site outreach efforts. Manages SIP budget, including the distribution and awarding of SIP funds to applica