Feather River College Quincy , CA 95971
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Job Title Director of Educational Talent Search Classification Title Rank Tenure Information Job Description
Under general direction of the Vice President of Student Services, the Educational Talent Search Director has overall responsibility to plan, organize, supervise and evaluate the federally funded Educational Talent Search TRiO grant program. This includes budget management, recruitment of potential participants, reporting, and compliance with all regulations, supervising staff, the development of outreach programs for prospective college students, connecting to tutoring, advising, career exploration, and additional related duties as assigned.
FTE: 1.0 (40 hours per week) / 12 months
FLSA Exempt
Classified Management
Date Modified: May 2024
Categorical (grant) funded - employment contingent upon continued funding
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in education, counseling, social work, or a related field
Minimum of three years teaching and/or counseling experience
Two years' budget mgmt. and project evaluation experience
Must possess a valid driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record
Must be willing to travel extensively throughout Plumas & Sierra counties
Must be willing to work and travel alternative hours, including evenings and possible weekends
At least three years of staff supervisory work
Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of students and staff
Desirable Qualifications
Master's Degree in education, counseling, social work, or a related field
Knowledge of career counseling, college admissions process, financial aid and scholarship eligibility, and principles of financial literacy
Grant writing or grant management experience
Experience working in teams and supervising staff
Comfortable working with 6th through 12th grade students in a classroom or field setting
Essential Duties
The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title.
Responsible for development and implementation of all services and programs to meet ETS and college objectives
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate ETS staff
Coordinate federal grant writing and the renewal of federal grants
Oversee the recruitment and selection of ETS program participants
Responsible for teaching instructional components related to grant or outreach objectives
Oversee the development, content, and delivery of a curriculum that adheres to state standards and grant objectives
Develop, manage, and approve program budgets and expenditures and provide overall fiscal management
Responsible for continuation budgets and developing competitive proposals
Serve as ETS and college liaison with target school administrators, other school personnel, college departments, parents, and community agencies
Conduct ETS and general outreach presentations at target schools and community agencies
Prepare ETS press releases and promotional materials
Prepare ETS Annual Progress and Performance Reports; ensure that data is accurately maintained and reported
Organize and maintain accurate participant files and statistics in the ETS database and generate monthly/quarterly/annual reports that evaluate the performance of participants and the attainment of project objectives
Create new participant's files and database records; maintain record keeping
Assess needs, deliver services, and monitor participant and staff progress
Work collaboratively with the Vice President of Student Services and other student services programs to coordinate educational components that support grant and college objectives
Develop and implement systematic communication strategies that promote ETS to current and prospective participants, their families, and the community
Maintain thorough knowledge of college entrance requirements, academic programs, transfer and career opportunities, financial aid and scholarship eligibility, and financial literacy
Serve on College committees, ad hoc groups and teams as appropriate
Provide systematic reports to the college on the status of ETS
Assist in hands-on services for participants in Plumas and Sierra Counties
Perform related duties as assigned
Knowledge of:
The goals of ETS and other TRiO programs
College entrance requirements, academic programs, transfer and career opportunities, financial aid, and scholarship eligibility
Current technology and teaching pedagogy
Principles and practices of marketing and outreach, including targeted outreach for special populations
Principles and practices of supervision including work planning, direction, and evaluation
Principles and techniques of public speaking and presentations
Use of Microsoft suite and other computer software commonly used for data management and word processing
Techniques and methods of data gathering, analysis, and reporting
English grammar, spelling, composition and punctuation
Skill in:
Communicating with people from diverse backgrounds including low-income, first-generation college students, single parents, minorities, and re-entry students
Sensitivity to the needs of disadvantaged students
Planning, supervising, and evaluating the work of others in an educational setting
Interpreting and explaining policies, programs, and the community setting to diverse student populations; developing and maintaining current knowledge for various surrounding communities
Establishing rapport and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Exercising sound independent judgment within established guidelines
Working independently with minimal supervision and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications Compliance Physical Characteristics
The physical abilities involved in the performance of essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations are:
Physical Demands Summary
Manual dexterity to operate keyboards and manipulate papers
Speech and hearing to communicate effectively with individuals and to groups
Vision to read text, forms, and computer screens
Physical ability to maneuver, set up, and break down display booths and related materials
Lifting and carrying equipment and materials up to 30 pounds
Climb ladders, stoop, and kneel to hang and otherwise set up signs and display materials
Extended sitting and driving in the course of travel
This work is performed in a variety of settings, both on and off campus
Salary Range $81,049- $97,560 / annually Opportunity Type Permanent Perm % 100 Perm Mo 12
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F062P Open Date 05/03/2024 Close Date 06/02/2024 Desired Start Date 07/01/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodations in the application, testing or interviewing process must contact the Human Resources Office.
All travel and interview expenses are the responsibility of the candidate.
FRCCD reserves the right to cancel, revise or re-announce this position. All grant/categorical funded positions are contingent upon continued funding.
Supplemental Questions
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