Admin/Exempt--Director Of Aanapisi

Date of First Consideration:       April 15, 2024

Salary Range:         $80,000 - $90,000 yearly, depending on qualifications and experience

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The Director of the Asian American, Native American, Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) grant whose purpose is to build and expand Shoreline's capacity to serve Asian American, Native American Pacific Islander (AANAPI), low-income and first-generation students. Integrated within the College's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility division, the AANAPISI grant supports the Worthy of Achievement, Validation, Empowerment, and Success (WAVES) program in support of student academic success.

NOTE: This position is currently funded through September 30, 2026 with continuation anticipated pending approved grant funding.

Primary responsibilities include the following:

• Develop, direct, and evaluate programming for the AANAPISI grant in compliance with funding regulations and to ensure assigned goals/outcomes are met.

• Completion of annual and quarterly reporting within grant, College, and system requirements.

• Manage a five-year budget of approximately $1.4 million, ensuring adherence to 2 CFR 200 and relevant state statutes.

• Work with Planning & Institutional Effectiveness department to develop & implement assessment plan.

• Hire & oversee the work of external consultants needed to perform grant activities, including a grant evaluator.

• Ensure ongoing College, community, and high school outreach in support of program engagement.

• Develop/lead faculty representatives assigned in support of programming requirements/goals.

• Work closely with other College units to ensure effective services, and student retention/success.

• Utilize appropriate technology, including ctc

Link and Starfish, to manage student data.

• Identify/implement strategies to address barriers to AANAPI student success.

• Plan/facilitate weekly meetings, quarterly goals, and annual retreats with AANAPISI team.

• Plan and facilitate monthly meetings with AANAPISI peer mentors, staff, and community.

• Supervise AANAPISI program specialist, associated advisors, and peer mentors.

• Lead professional development for faculty on cultural responsiveness to AANAPI students.

• Manage co-developed space shared with other DEIA units which builds community and placemaking.

• Foster partnerships with AANAPI community groups in North King County area.

• Collaborate with International Education and the President's Office to bolster existing partnerships and develop new ones to support the grant and strategic goals of the College.

• Foster working partnerships with College leaders, faculty and staff across the institution.

• Perform other duties as assigned (of a similar nature or level).

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in studies specific to the populations served, Social Work OR related discipline.

• Experience leading community-based organizations and/or support services for specialized populations.

• Experience managing a multiyear program budget

• Project management experience, especially complex, long-term projects

• Three (3) years of progressive administrative/management experience.

Knowledge Of:

• Best practices in support of low-income and/or first-generation student success.

• Project management within shared work goals amongst campus colleagues and units.

• Grant management, compliance, and reporting.

• Student development theory and learning strategies.

• Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, enterprise resource systems such as ctc

Link and Starfish.

• Principles of data collection and analysis, including ability to identify and communicate trends.

Skill In:

• Fostering a climate of equity/belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness.

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships at all organizational levels.

• Time management, multitasking, and coordinating outcomes/activities with multiple partners.

• Interpreting applicable laws, regulations, and policies accurately.

• Effectively communicating (orally and listening) with individuals at all levels.

• Handling sensitive situations using sound independent judgment within legal guidelines.

• Attention to detail in producing information, completing documents, and entering and/or retrieving data accurately in computerized record keeping systems.

• Developing specialized services and support specific to the populations served.

• Writing, editing and proofreading materials to ensure clear and concise written materials.

• Handling difficult and sensitive situations, using sound judgment within legal guidelines.

• Collaborating with or leading groups of people in various situations including open discussion, training sessions, workgroups, and committees.

• Effective communicating (in both oral and written English) with the use of appropriate grammar, spelling and punctuation to both technical and non-technical clients.

Physical Work Environment:

The College is currently providing services in a mixed modality of operations (both online and in-person services are offered). Administrators are assigned to work on campus, noting there may be some opportunities to work remotely based on program or area needs. If authorized for limited remote work, employees will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs. When working on-campus, this position will perform work in a standard office setting, use standard office equipment and physically attend meetings both on and off campus, using the ability to communicate in person or through appropriate means. This position also works weekends and evenings when appropriate or needed is required.

Terms Of Employment/Salary:

This is a full-time administrative/exempt annually contracted position with initial salary placement determined by the College dependent upon education/experience. Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.

NOTE: Continuation of this position beyond September 30, 2026 is dependent upon availability of authorized funding as determined by the College.

Other Conditions:

Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit: https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at 206-546-4769 or hr@shoreline.edu.

In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.

In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. This position is overtime exempt.To be considered for this position, please submit the following: 

• NEOGOV online profile, application, and supplemental question(s)

• Letter of interest addressing qualifications

• Current resume

• Unofficial Transcripts documenting highest degree (official required upon hire)

Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.

Please Note: Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application.

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