AI Engagement Director - 136676

Overview Remote #136676 AI Engagement Director Filing Deadline: Thu 10/2/2025 UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. This is a Contract position for 2 years. Contract is renewed annually. This appointment may be extended or converted to career status based on the needs of the department. Position Overview The AI Engagement Director (Organizational Consultant 4) will lead efforts to accelerate awareness, engagement, and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies across UC San Diego. This is a two-year contract position. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive engagement strategy to ensure that AI tools such as TritonGPT, NotebookLM, and other enterprise-supported platforms are widely understood and used across academic and administrative units. This role will serve as the primary ambassador for AI engagement, building relationships across campus Vice Chancellor areas, engaging directly with academic and administrative units, and working with stakeholders to raise awareness, train users, and drive measurable adoption outcomes for students, staff, and faculty across UC San Diego. The position requires strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and the ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic and evolving technology landscape. Key responsibilities Develop and implement a comprehensive AI engagement and adoption plan to maximize utilization of AI platforms across UC San Diego. Act as a liaison with academic and administrative units to promote awareness, understanding, and use of AI technologies. Partner with stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI integration into teaching, research, and administrative workflows and practices. Design and facilitate trainings, workshops, and events to increase engagement and user confidence. Create and distribute communications, marketing materials, and adoption resources Track adoption metrics, report progress, and recommend strategies for improvement Stay current on trends in AI and higher education to ensure UC San Diego remains at the forefront of innovation. Collaborate with ITS, OSI, and other campus partners to align engagement goals with broader university strategy. The analysis, recommendations, and program management performed will be highly complex, requiring broad expertise in organizational change management, adoption strategy, program facilitation, and AI technologies. The successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping the university's digital future through widespread and effective use of AI. Qualifications Advanced knowledge of organizational development and effectiveness, including models and methods to drive large-scale adoption and cultural change. Strong project management experience, including planning, implementation, and measurement. Demonstrated expertise in consulting, facilitation, and relationship building across diverse stakeholder groups. Experience designing and delivering training content, workshops, and adoption campaigns Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to define and measure adoption outcomes. Proven ability to influence and coach individuals and groups at all levels. Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills. Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-moving environment. Passion for and knowledge of AI technologies, with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with organizational change management and/or technology adoption in higher education preferred. Experience in marketing, communications, and event management preferred. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred. Project Management Education or Certification preferred. Change Management Education or Certification preferred. Special Conditions Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $108,100 - $204,900 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $51.77 - $98.13 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). Apply Now If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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Created: 2025-10-01