(Full-time) Program Director

1 month ago


Redding, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Description of Basic Functions and Responsibilities

OVERVIEW
The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District (Shasta College) sits at the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, surrounded by mountains to the north, east, and west. The area provides a wide array of outdoor amenities and activities with miles of hiking and biking trails, national parks, two lakes, and the Sacramento River. The main campus is located in the city of Redding, population 90,000. The area is characterized by excellent schools with high graduation rates, low traffic, and low housing prices (Zillow average $393,000 vs. California state average of $770,000).

Shasta College is committed to providing its diverse student population with equitable education outcomes, contributing to the social, cultural, intellectual, and economic development of our communities. The college has been recognized as a leader in developing and implementing innovative education programs to increase student success, including accelerated pathways for high school students to achieve a bachelor's degree and for returning students to complete their Associate and Bachelor's degrees. Shasta College enrolls more than 11,000 students annually and provides educational services to students with a wide range of skills and abilities.

Our ideal candidate is motivated to join a campus community prioritizing the success of our racially and socio-economically diverse staff and student population. Providing equitable outcomes so all members of our community may enjoy safe, healthy, and vibrant educational and employment environments is critical to our success.

Administrator positions in the California Community College system offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the empowerment of our students seeking to improve their lives and communities. Our administrators manage a wide range of programs and lead faculty and staff in engaging our diverse employee and student populations, facilitating equitable outcomes for all through the management of our various employment and academic programs. As an administrator at Shasta College, you will join a vibrant community of professionals working collaboratively to provide a positive, healthy educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives. A career at Shasta College offers a highly rewarding and enriching employment experience.


DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs a variety of complex and highly responsible administrative and program support activities for the specified program or programs. The programs serve a specialized student population. Knowledge and experience in programs serving college students of various age ranges is most important. This position ensures program objectives and policies are properly implemented, and are in compliance with applicable state and federal guidelines and District policies and procedures. Employees in this job class function at a professional level, which requires budgetary, organizational, problem solving, and decision-making skills. This is a classified administrator position.


CLASSIFICATION: Range 30 on the Administrative Confidential Salary Schedule, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. Work assignment hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00p.m., Monday through Friday.

SUPERVISOR: Associate Superintendent or designee

BENEFITS: Holiday, vacation and sick time will be provided. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance provided at a share of cost on a pretax basis and an employee assistance program (EAP). This is a classified administrator position with a default CalPERS retirement.

Employees have the option to contribute to:

Health Savings Account (HSA)403(b) and 457 Retirement PlansSection 125 Plan including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Day Care Accounts

In addition, employees have the option to purchase:

Disability Income InsuranceCancer InsuranceLife InsuranceAccident Only InsuranceCritical Illness Insurance

For more information regarding Employment and Benefit Policies, please view the Administrative Agreement - Appendix A.

Typical Duties, Knowledge and Ability

  • Administers the day-to-day activities and operations of the program; implements and reviews annual program goals; determines and establishes program processes and procedures;
  • Ensures that the operations and activities are in conformance to and in compliance with state and federal guidelines for the program and District policies and procedures;
  • Expands and builds the program throughout the District;
  • Coordinates with other programs throughout the District;
  • Coordinates with the broader community, including other educational partners; assists in participant follow-up activities and project evaluation reports;
  • Represents the College in a variety of meetings in support of program goals and activities; maintains liaison with applicable agencies;
  • Works closely with program partners;
  • Identifies and recruits students who are eligible for the program through marketing and outreach efforts and through collaborative partners;
  • Plans and develops training and information sessions to promote the program and for recruitment of students into the program;
  • Coordinates course work and student support activities, and works with program partners to facilitate student success;
  • Serves as a resource to others for data, research, special projects, schedules, and other information pertaining to the program;
  • Prepares and presents information on program structure, operations and best practices to support regional and statewide colleagues;
  • Compiles and analyzes data; prepares reports for applicable agencies; publishes and disseminates information;
  • Resolves issues, provides reports, and ensures program objectives and policies are properly implemented;
  • Develops, coordinates, and administers the program budget; monitors and controls expenditures; prepares and submits required fiscal and accounting records;
  • Compiles, maintains, and reviews computerized files and records;
  • Directs and supervises the work of others; reviews, approves, and conducts performance appraisals; directs and participates in the selection, training, and development of staff; and
  • Performs related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required.
Knowledge of:
  • Principles, procedures, objectives, and practices related to community college operations, programs, and services;
  • Proper budget development and implementation practices and methods;
  • Regulations guiding community college and K-12 funding, including ADA (if applicable), financial aid requirements, and graduation requirements;
  • Support service needs of low-income and educationally disadvantaged students; and
  • Computer and applicable software programs.
Ability to:
  • Supervise the day-to-day activities and operations of a program;
  • Effectively relate to a diverse student population that includes a wide range of ages, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds;
  • Analyze problems, determine effective solutions, and take independent action for successful results;
  • Analyze data and prepare comprehensive written and oral reports;
  • Work effectively under pressure, prioritize, and meet multiple deadlines;
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties;
  • Direct, supervise, and formally evaluate the work of others;
  • Coordinate course offerings and student support activities; and
  • Present and facilitate information and training sessions.

Experience/Education

Education/Experience Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Master’s degree preferred);
  • Minimum three years of related work experience (post-secondary education experience preferred); and
  • Sensitivity and commitment to the diverse populations served.
Additional Information

To be considered a candidate for an Administrative position, the applicant must submit ALL of the following materials: Online Application with the following materials attached:Cover letter addressing criteria listed in the position announcementCurrent resume and/or placement fileCollege transcripts (unofficial will be accepted at the time of application)Attention Applicants:After application has been submitted, all application materials will be screened.Internal candidates must also submit all required materials to be considered.Candidate evaluations will not be considered.Reference letters from any member of the Hiring Committee or Board Members will not be considered.Interviews will be by invitation only.Interviews may be by Zoom.The District does not reimburse for new hire moving expenses.New Administrative Appointments will be placed at the step 1 on the Administrative Salary Schedule and will graduate to the next step on July 1st of the following year if they have rendered 5 months of satisfactory service, with subsequent steps annually thereafter to a maximum fifth step.Salary placement would only be negotiable if the candidate held the same position with another community college and step 2 or 3 would be the maximum considered depending on the number of years of service.The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District ("Shasta College") does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, disability (physical and mental), pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Shasta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
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