Program Manager, Testing and Placement Center

4 weeks ago


Bakersfield, California, United States Kern Community College District Full time
Job Summary

The Kern Community College District is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to oversee the Testing and Placement Center. This is a key role that requires strong leadership and management skills, as well as a deep understanding of academic services and student success initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the implementation of multiple project activities to meet or exceed assigned program expectations.
  • Monitor and manage budgets to ensure compliance with regulations and directives from program agencies and cooperative educational partners.
  • Supervise and coordinate department planning and operations, including personnel supervision and development.
  • Coordinate the release of project information and outreach activities to familiarize students with college services and programs.
  • Develop and implement methods to identify and serve students who meet project guidelines, assessing their needs and providing programming to address those needs.
  • Participate in meetings and conferences related to programs within the assigned area, disseminating information and coordinating projects.
  • Market the College and assigned programs to the College community and the general public.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Two years of experience related to the area of assignment.
  • Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of community college students and employees.

Knowledge and Abilities
  • Knowledge of student services available at the college.
  • Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.
  • Principles and procedures of financial record-keeping and reporting.
  • Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to the assigned special programs processes.
  • Principles of public speaking.
  • Record-keeping and report preparation methods.
  • Principles of providing work direction and guidance to others.
  • Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Working Conditions
  • Work is performed in a standard office environment.
  • May require occasional travel to off-campus locations.

Salary Range
$73, $96,926.43 annually

How to Apply
Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled. Those received by October 28, 2024, are assured consideration. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment/selection process at any point.

A completed application packet must include:
  • Completed Online Application for Employment form
  • Current resume
  • Letter of interest (Cover Letter)
  • Copy of legible transcripts
  • List of five (5) professional references - Listed on application form


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