137 jobs found in California

Company Description: California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is an internationally-recognized leader in integral education. CIIS has an enrollment of more than 1,600 students pursuing degrees in a variety of academic programs in its schools of Consciousness and Transformation, Professional Psychology and Health, Undergraduate Studies, and American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. In addition, CIIS hosts a vibrant art exhibition program through The Arts at CIIS, and offers a dynamic array of events through its Public Programs & Performances division, including workshops, concerts, and conferences. The University provides low-cost mental health and acupuncture services to the San Francisco Bay Area through its 10 award-winning counseling and acupuncture clinics. CIIS is accredited by the Western Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM). Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY The Integral and Transpersonal Psychology (ITP) course of study is an online, research-oriented, Ph.D.-only course of study. Its goal is to advance a transformative psychology of the whole person that meets the standards of scientific inquiry. It is designed for the needs and goals of working professionals, be they entrepreneurs seeking to ground themselves in scholarship, practitioners looking to deepen their knowledge in order to contribute to their field, or individuals with a desire to expand their horizons. The core curriculum offers an overview of the many whole-person approaches to psychology, blended with a strong emphasis on scholarly and research skills. Current focus areas include integral and transpersonal psychology, somatic studies, and consciousness studies and contemplative neuroscience. The Director is responsible for providing leadership for all administrative and fiscal activities related to the operation of the ITP department and for working closely and collaboratively with the faculty to coordinate academic activities. The department houses an online program at the doctoral level. It comprises 80 students, 2.5 core faculty, 4 adjunct faculty, 1 staff, 1 student assistant, and a variable number of research and teaching assistants. The Director has major responsibility for administering and monitoring the departmental budget; for directing departmental staff; for coordinating curricular enhancement, academic assessment, and academic personnel development with the faculty committee chairs; for communicating Institute policies and administrative procedures to the department's faculty, staff, and students; and for communicating the needs of the department to Institute administrative officials. The Director facilitates the department's planning and operations by engaging collegially with the department's staff, with its core and adjunct faculty members, and with key Institute administrators. By leading multi-dimensional efforts to enable efficiency and effectiveness in departmental processes, the Director ensures that faculty and students have the resources and information required to carry out their respective roles and responsibilities. The Director will also be instrumental in the improvement of services to distance students and in the planning, development, and assessment of expanded online education offerings in the School of Consciousness and Transformation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Faculty & Program Administration Work collaboratively with faculty Implement strategic objectives for the department's current and planned academic programs Monitor and assess the attainment of curricular goals Maintain the quality and currency of program curricula Review and report on attainment of student learning outcomes Develop the class schedule (AY grid) Provide advocacy for faculty excellence in teaching mentoring, and academic advising Ensure that instructional schedules are submitted as required and modified as needed Coordinate the self-study component of the program review process administered by the AVP and CARC (Curriculum & Academic Review Committee) Coordinate new faculty orientation, mentoring, and evaluation Allocate faculty workload Coordinate contract renewal, annual review, and sabbatical proposals with the AVP and the Faculty Evaluation, Promotion, & Scholarship Committee (FEPS) Student Recruitment, Admission, Retention & Success Create a departmental climate that supports student growth Coordinate academic advising and mentoring initiatives, ensuring optimal quality and availability Develop and maintain community among departmental faculty, staff, and students Facilitate collaboration with Alumni Office initiatives Department Administration Convene and facilitate department meetings Coordinate all department communications, processes, and procedures Develop the department's annual budget and articulate its priorities to Institute authorities Monitor departmental spending Supervise the Program Coordinator and other departmental staff Ensure compliance with Institute policies and procedures related to hiring of student assistants, research assistants, and teaching assistants Perform other duties as specified by the Provost and/or Institute administrators, and carry out assigned duties in accordance with CIIS policy Core Faculty Duties Teach 9 units per year Advise new and continuing students Serve on university committees Attend faculty and student meetings Work collaboratively with faculty and Dean of School Conduct information sessions and admissions interviews Attend CIIS-wide open houses Engage in professional development Requirements: In reviewing applications, the committee will place high value on: Commitment to the mission and disciplines explored by the ITP Department Scholarly expertise and/or proficiency in teaching in such areas as critical thinking, scholarly writing, research design, research methods, integral psychology, transpersonal psychology, transpersonal studies, contemplative psychology, ecopsychology, consciousness studies, somatic psychology, and neuroscience Experience in teaching courses that focus on the intersection of psychology and spirituality across cultures Scholarly publications and engaged scholarship in the above areas Academic experience working with culturally diverse groups; demonstrable awareness of the importance of engaging and valuing diversity; viewing diversity as integral to all phases of education and scholarship Inspiring and effective teaching skills, including facilitation of experiential learning Ability to mentor students and direct doctoral dissertations Willingness to participate in ITP community events and to take up administrative responsibilities Required 10 years in office management or supervisory positions in an academic setting Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities Superb interpersonal and client service skills appropriate to a highly-collaborative environment based on mutual respect Demonstrated ability to collaborate cooperatively and effectively with colleagues Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the particular needs and concerns of faculty, staff, and students, with particular emphasis on distance students Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Ability to anticipate and initiate appropriate action in support of departmental objectives. Demonstrated ability to develop and manage budgets Experience in the supervision, monitoring, and evaluation of employee performance Proficiency in basic computer functionality, including e-mail, internet, MS Office, and relational databases Familiarity with online education formats Familiarity with the administration of graduate-level programs Commitment to advocating for the educational and development needs of adult learners in a distance learning environment Earned Master's degree; doctoral degree preferred Desired Teaching experience and/or a record of intellectual and professional contributions to a field of professional practice Experience with community outreach and external constituent relations Additional Information: NOTES TO CANDIDATE Background Check -- Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position. If your job requires driving on behalf of CIIS you will be required to provide proof of a valid driver's license. Visa Sponsorship -- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Relocation Assistance -- This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY CIIS is committed to providing an open, fair, inclusive, non-discriminatory environment for all individuals across differences of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, socio- economic status, ethnicity, age, physical ability, or medical condition. We seek to increase the presence, representation and inclusion of U.S. historically under-represented people of color, international, bilingual and bicultural students, faculty and staff; and, to provide an environment that will attract and retain individuals identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and intersex (LGBTQQI). Application Instructions: Screening begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Using the Apply Now link, please submit the following online: Cover Letter, which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications, research and teaching interests Current Curriculum Vitae Teaching Philosophy Research Philosophy Writing Sample 1 Writing Sample 2 Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness List of References (and their email addresses), minimum of three individuals who may be contacted, upon review of your application, to submit written letters of reference upon request Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/545667j4p534pqtq PI103375997

Company Description: California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is an internationally-recognized leader in integral education. CIIS has an enrollment of more than 1,600 students pursuing degrees in a variety of academic programs in its schools of Consciousness and Transformation, Professional Psychology and Health, Undergraduate Studies, and American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. In addition, CIIS hosts a vibrant art exhibition program through The Arts at CIIS, and offers a dynamic array of events through its Public Programs & Performances division, including workshops, concerts, and conferences. The University provides low-cost mental health and acupuncture services to the San Francisco Bay Area through its 10 award-winning counseling and acupuncture clinics. CIIS is accredited by the Western Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM). Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY The Executive Assistant is responsible for a variety of highly-responsible, diverse, complex, and sensitive assignments in support of the President, including the coordination of functions, communication of policy, researching information, preparation of reports, and other administrative and secretarial tasks. The Executive Assistant is expected to process administrative details not requiring the immediate attention of the university President. Serving as staff secretary to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Assistant provides organizational support for Board meetings and tracks agenda items and follows up. The position requires a substantial amount of tact, judgment, and initiative. The incumbent is required to be self-directed and able to exercise discretion and judgment; the ability to maintain confidentiality is essential. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate the President's activities, including management of a complex calendar, travel arrangements and associated logistics. Independently commit the President's time to those requesting access to her based on an in-depth understanding of the President's priorities and needs. Independently prioritize, plan, coordinate and/or oversee logistics for meetings and conferences with individuals and entities internal and external to the university, including trustees, senior-level staff, donors, faculty, students, and alumni; attend meetings and take notes, prepare and distribute agendas and background materials as appropriate. Serve as the President's liaison to various internal and external constituencies, including screening correspondence and telephone calls; respond to sensitive questions, complaints, and requests for information; keep the President informed of all matters requiring her attention. Compose correspondence; develop, review and edit presentations and documentation. Independently research and analyze associated issues and/or compile materials needed for presentation and/or decision-making purposes; prepare and distribute narrative, statistical, and financial data, recommendations, and alternatives as requested; verify and review forms and reports for completeness. Oversee and/or manage multiple projects; anticipate and track critical dates, events and organizational issues for the President; follow up with appropriate parties to ensure deadlines are met. Organize and maintain the workings of the President's office. Take responsibility for filing systems and ensuring all pertinent information and supporting materials are retained. Direct staff to perform various tasks and assignments. Assure that Board of Trustees' agenda items and supporting documents are developed, prepared, received, and forwarded in a timely manner; assure that the President receives timely notification of Board requests for information or action and that the Board receives information and notification of action taken as requested; organize logistics for Board and committee meetings; organize and store all Board records. Utilize various computer applications and software packages; enter, update, correct, and extract information; maintain and generate reports from a database or network system. Perform related duties as required. Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree and six years of increasingly-responsible relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Demonstrated extensive high-level administrative experience supporting senior-level individuals. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including editing and proofreading. Excellent planning and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to cultivate positive working relationships and gain the trust and respect of all levels of internal and external constituencies. Contextual understanding of President's role within the university framework. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team. Demonstrated ability to perform duties with a high level of professionalism, flexibility, discretion, judgment, diplomacy and tact. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office software and email applications. Additional Information: SALARY AND BENEFITS Salary commensurate with skills and experience. NOTES TO CANDIDATE Working Conditions -- Duties are primarily performed in an office environment at a desk or computer terminal, typically, Monday through Friday. Background Check -- Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position. If your job requires driving on behalf of CIIS you will be required to provide proof of a valid driver's license. Visa Sponsorship -- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Relocation Assistance -- This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY CIIS is committed to providing an open, fair, inclusive, non-discriminatory environment for all individuals across differences of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, socio- economic status, ethnicity, age, physical ability, or medical condition. We seek to increase the presence, representation and inclusion of U.S. historically under-represented people of color, international, bilingual and bicultural students, faculty and staff; and, to provide an environment that will attract and retain individuals identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and intersex (LGBTQQI). Application Instructions: Screening begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Using the Apply Now link, please submit a Resume and Cover Letter online. Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/xvbhqhjp49zhrdvg PI103323793

Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship, Disability Rights Project, SF Office:  Legal Fellowships Location:  California   June 15, 2018   Fall 2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship Opportunity  Notice to Third-Year Law Students and Recent Graduates American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Disability Rights Project, San Francisco   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s protecting the rights of immigrants, ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for women and the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU invites rising third-year law students and recent law graduates to apply for a sponsorship opportunity to work with us as a Legal Fellow. The Disability Rights Project of the National office in San Francisco seeks applicants to consider for a sponsored fellowship such as Skadden, Equal Justice Works, or other public interest fellowships to begin in the fall of 2019.   OVERVIEW The ACLU has a long history of defending the rights of people with disabilities. It played a major role in securing passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, has battled discrimination against persons with HIV/AIDS, and has stood up for the voting rights of persons with disabilities in the ongoing debate over electoral reform. It has fought to obtain adequate health care and access to services for prisoners with disabilities across the country and is now addressing fundamental civil rights issues in education, voting, criminal justice, and guardianship.  Our staff will work with candidates to develop their proposals for submission, helping tailor the proposal to address an important civil liberties issue while satisfying the funding organization’s requirements. Proposed projects often combine litigation and advocacy with community outreach and public education. The Disability Rights Program has been focusing on the School to Prison Pipeline for students with disabilities, especially students of color, as well as alternatives to Guardianship, such as supported decision-making.  We would especially welcome project proposals that are in line with this focus.    ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects. Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs. Interview witnesses and potential clients. Participate in discovery, brief writing, and trial practice. Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials. Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys. Help manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns. Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS D. or expected to receive a J.D by the spring of 2019. Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding. Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team. Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks and see projects through to completion. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, personal or professional experience with the disability community. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale, to supplement the external funding.   HOW TO APPLY If you would like to be considered for a sponsorship opportunity, please submit by email to HRJobsDRP@aclu.org , referencing “2019 Legal Fellowship Sponsorship – Disability Rights Project” in the subject line: a letter of interest (your letter may, but is not required to, include a description of a project proposal) current resume legal writing sample unofficial law school transcript names and telephone numbers of three references   We will review applications on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to those who submit applications by July 6, 2018 Please indicate where you learned of this job posting   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, record of arrest or conviction, and veteran status. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: HRJobsINCL@aclu.org . Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”    

Company Description: California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is an internationally-recognized leader in integral education. CIIS has an enrollment of more than 1,500 students pursuing degrees in a variety of academic programs in its schools of Consciousness and Transformation, Professional Psychology and Health, Undergraduate Studies, and American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. In addition, CIIS hosts a vibrant art exhibition program through The Arts at CIIS, and offers a dynamic array of events through its Public Programs & Performances division, including workshops, concerts, and conferences. The University provides low-cost mental health and acupuncture services to the San Francisco Bay Area through its 10 award-winning counseling and acupuncture clinics. CIIS is accredited by the Western Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM). Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY California Institute of Integral Studies seeks a personable, enthusiastic, and poised admissions counselor to recruit and advise prospective students about academic programs, entrance requirements, the application process, and scholarships for designated programs. The admissions counselor develops in-depth knowledge about assigned programs and is involved with all aspects of outreach and recruitment to enroll students at CIIS. Working in collaboration with the admissions team, the counselor maintains current knowledge of CIIS admissions policies and procedures, as well as academic programs, and ensures that they are consistently applied. The best fit candidate will also show creativity, flexibility, and ingenuity in identifying opportunities for outreach and adapting to new technologies and the needs of candidates for admission. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conducts outreach (e.g. recruitment fairs, community college visits, and community events), assisting in the coordination of Information Sessions, Open Houses and following through on and contributing to program-specific recruitment plans. Monitors the inquiry and applicant pools for assigned programs, and monitors progress toward recruitment goals, suggesting adjustments in recruitment activities and plans as appropriate. Responds to first-time inquiries in a timely, informed, and personable manner and systematically and consistently nourishes the relationship with inquirers expressing program interest. Assists in the maintenance and review of applicant files for the program, following up with applicants about their status at regular intervals. Stays abreast of curricular changes and academic program events and activities. Contributes to the yearly planning and evaluation of program recruitment initiatives. Identifies admissions activities and strategies for developing and enhancing prospective student pools. Represents the university in a professional and personable manner in a variety of settings, both on campus and throughout the country at recruitment events. Counsels prospective students about admissions, academic programs, and student life at CIIS. Assists with data entry and application processing of inquiry/applicant files. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS B.A. from a regionally-accredited college or university required; M.A. preferred. Demonstrated outstanding customer service skills. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Commitment to articulating and supporting the mission, vision, and values of the university. Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse environment and to develop good working relations and collaborate with diverse people. Ability to balance risk-taking and flexibility with adherence to campus policies and ethical standards. Availability to travel during the week and on weekends, particularly during extended fall recruitment season to various Bay Area campuses and nationwide. Ability to work some evenings and weekends for recruitment events. Valid driver's license and access to functioning car with valid insurance required. Additional Information: SALARY AND BENEFITS Salary commensurate with skills and experience. NOTES TO CANDIDATE Working Conditions -- Duties are primarily performed in an office environment at a desk or computer terminal, typically, Monday through Friday, with scheduling changes for events and travel, with day and overnight travel during the fall recruitment season or at other times of the year for conferences and events. Background Check -- Due to the sensitivity and requirements of our positions, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses or credentials pertinent to the position. If your job requires driving on behalf of CIIS you will be required to provide proof of a valid driver's license. Visa Sponsorship -- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Relocation Assistance -- This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY CIIS is committed to providing an open, fair, inclusive, non-discriminatory environment for all individuals across differences of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, socio- economic status, ethnicity, age, physical ability, or medical condition. We seek to increase the presence, representation and inclusion of U.S. historically under-represented people of color, international, bilingual and bicultural students, faculty and staff; and, to provide an environment that will attract and retain individuals identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and intersex (LGBTQQI). Application Instructions: Screening begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Using the Apply Now link, please submit a Resume and Cover Letter online. Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/8bydd3zzt29z9qgr PI103059881