Program Manager For Academic Success And Equity

Program Manager for Academic Success and Equity

MiraCosta College

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Type of Assignment: Full Time

Assignment Category: Regular Position

Position Details:

One regular, full-time, overtime exempt position, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year on the Oceanside Campus. The normal work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

The regular schedule is subject to change to accommodate center hours. The person selected for this position will be subject to assignment to any district facility during any hours of operation.

The first-level interviews with the screening and interview committee will be conducted via Zoom. The second-level interviews may be in-person or via Zoom.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all classified staff, administrators, and temporary/hourly short-term employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employee's regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.

The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.

Salary Range: 31

Compensation: Starting at $89,356 per year (range 31, step 1), with annual salary step increases up to step 5. In addition, after five years of district service, employees earn a longevity stipend that increases over time.Employees must make arrangements for the direct deposit of paychecks into the financial institution of their choice, via electronic fund transfer.

Benefits:

MiraCosta College offers an array of benefits to eligible employees.

The district pays 100% of the cost of medical, dental and vision insurance for eligible employees and dependents$100,000 life insurance policy

Up to $250 of benefit credits per month to help pay for a variety of voluntary benefit options, such as supplemental life insurance, disability coverage, and health care/dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)Vacation, sick leave, and up to 18 paid holidays

State pension system retirement benefits (CalPERS)Free and confidential employee assistance program

Wellness ProgramParticipation in the District's Early Retirement ProgramProfessional Development OpportunitiesTuition fee reimbursement

Childcare Facility (Oceanside Campus)

Position Term in Months: 12

Application Procedure:

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following documents directly in the online system and finish applying and receive a confirmation number by 11:59 PM on the closing date:

1.Application on which you list all relevant experience.

2.A current resume or curriculum vitae summarizing your educational background and experience.

3.A cover letter addressed to the "Screening and Interview Committee" specifically describing how your experience aligns with the Essential Duties, Other Duties, and Desirable Qualifications.

4.Transcripts of college coursework which provide evidence of meeting the minimum qualifications as stated in this job posting. Unofficial or legible photocopies are acceptable.

If a degree(s) was earned, the transcripts must state that the degree was awarded. Any degree/coursework used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from a postsecondary institution accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation.

If your degree(s) is from a college or university outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. To view a list of agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, go to https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635). Transcripts or translations in English still require the evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

The screening and interview committee will review application materials for up to three to four weeks following the closing/first screening date. Applicants selected for interview will be contacted by phone; those not selected for interview will be notified by e-mail once interview candidates have been scheduled.

Offer of employment to the person selected for this position is contingent upon 1) successful completion of a pre-placement physical exam at district expense; 2) submission of a current tuberculosis test clearance; 3) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 4) fingerprint clearance; and 5) approval by the Board of Trustees.

Retired STRS members are not eligible for this position.

Basic Function:

Under general supervision, coordinate and organize daily operations of Academic Success and Equity (ASE) programs connected to the Office of IDEA and the Student Equity Department; oversee staff; determine program needs, formulate action plans and work with faculty and staff to provide inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility activities and services; assist in developing and monitoring the department budgets; and perform related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

1.Exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

2.Plan, assign, schedule, supervise and evaluate the work of assigned department staff; with staff, develop, implement and monitor operational plans to achieve department objectives; manage program budget; make purchases and other expenditures in accordance with district procedures and monitor performance against the annual budget; develop, implement and evaluate plans, processes and procedures to achieve established goals and objectives in accordance with department standards; prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports.

3.Interview and participate in selecting new department staff; supervise and evaluate staff performance; establish performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly monitor performance and provide training, coaching and mentoring for performance improvement, in accordance with district human resources policies and labor contract agreements.

4.Provide day-to-day leadership and work with staff to ensure a high-performance, service oriented work environment that supports achieving district and division mission, objectives and service standards; enforce the maintenance of safe working conditions and ensure safe work practices are followed by staff; provide leadership to ensure a fair and open work environment in accordance with the district's mission, goals and values.

5.Provide leadership in coordinating equity strategies for the district through collaboration with faculty and staff to support incoming and current ASE students; represent the ASE programs and the Student Equity department on various committees and at relevant meetings; support implementation of student success strategies and initiatives.

6.With the Outreach Program Supervisor and ASE faculty and staff, plan, organize and implement a variety of outreach activities and programs to recruit and retain students in ASE programs; coordinate and organize activities to promote services to disproportionately impacted students; compose and coordinate publication of departmental brochures, newsletters and other informational material related to ASE programs; evaluate the effectiveness of outreach efforts.

7.With ASE and Student Equity staff and faculty, develop and implement onboarding and retention-related programming; ensure the accurate and timely dissemination and interpretation of information concerning ASE initiatives to staff, faculty, students and the general public through presentations and workshops.

8.With student and academic support departments and Academic and Career Pathways efforts, collaborate and implement on-going student support services within ASE programs; proactively coordinate education planning and registration sessions; support enrollment efforts for ASE courses.

9.Maintain program-tracking databases; collect and provide data to Research department for program evaluation, measurement and verification; compile and analyze statistical records for reports; work with other coordinators for grant-funded programs to ensure effective service to students; prepare reports for the Chancellor's Office.

Other Duties:

1.Represent ASE programs and the Student Equity department on various committees and at relevant meetings.

2.Attend state and local conferences and workshops related to ASE programs.

3.Maintain and update a variety of department and program-related websites and social media accounts.

4.Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of:

1.Requirements, guidelines, rules and objectives applicable to the Student Equity and Achievement Program and general college programs and services.

2.Policy and procedure development.

3.General grant administration practices and procedures including budget preparation and control and purchasing requirements.

4.Principles, methods and practices applicable to the design and implementation of public relations, community outreach and marketing programs.

5.Applicable sections of the state education code and other applicable laws.

6.Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.

7.Standard business software and district computer applications used in the work.

8.Math and statistical computations.

9.Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations [including OSHA rules and regulations if applicable].

10. Principles and practices of sound business communications, including correct English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation.

11. District practices and procedures for budgeting, purchasing and maintaining public records.

12. Principles and practices of effective supervision.

13. District human resources policies and labor contract provisions.

Ability To:

1.Plan, supervise, assign, review and evaluate the work of support staff engaged in operations of ASE programs.

2.Implement and assist in the development and cross-department coordination of all ASE Program initiatives.

3.Plan, organize and implement programs and activities in one or more Student Services and Instructional areas.

4.Represent the district effectively in public settings and one-on-one with school administrators, potential students and the public on a variety of complex issues.

5.Coordinate, supervise and use automated systems to maintain records, collect data and generate reports.

6.Coordinate, develop and implement services and outreach activities to recruit, retain and assist students, particularly at-risk students.

7.Assist in program-related research and evaluation.

8.Define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and develop sound, independent conclusions and recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, rules and policies.

9.Organize, set priorities and exercise sound, independent judgment within areas of responsibility.

10. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

11. Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations.

12. Present proposals and recommendations clearly, logically and persuasively.

13. Operate a computer and standard business software.

14. Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues, situations and concerned people.

15. Represent the district effectively in public settings and one-on-one with students, community groups, other colleges and the public on a variety of complex issues.

16. Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and disability issues.

17. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

Education & Experience:

To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and at least three years of progressively responsible experience related to student services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

NOTE: For work experience, one "year" is defined as equivalent to 40 hours per week for 12 months, or at least 2,080 hours.

Desirable Qualifications:

1.Bilingual or multilingual.

2.Ability to create an environment of understanding and acceptance; and challenge organizational policies and practices that may be exclusionary.

3.Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity; recent experience working with minoritized populations, including but not limited to African American and Black, Latine/x, Native American, Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander, former foster youth, justice impacted or formally incarcerated, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual (LGBTQIA+), undocumented or mix status, and other minoritized students.

4.Understanding of how historical patterns of exclusions of minoritized groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes.

5.Willingness to examine and remediate one's relational practices to more effectively engage and support minoritized students, and a commitment to participatory governance, consensus building, and team approaches.

Licenses & Other Requirements:

A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the district's vehicle insurance program.

Physical Effort:

The physical efforts described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primarily sedentary with intermittent standing, walking, bending and stooping; occasional light lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to travel to various locations on and off campus as needed to conduct district business.

Emotional Effort:

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving interactions and communications personally, by phone and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis; ability to work effectively under pressure on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities.

Working Conditions:

Primarily business office environment; subject to frequent public contact and interruption; intermittent exposure to individuals acting in a disagreeable fashion; may work at any district location or authorized facility with occasional evenings and/or weekends on an as-needed basis. Occasional local travel may be requested.

Posting Number: S23/24063P

Human Resources Contact Information: jobs@miracosta.edu or 760.795.6854

Job Close Date: 5/6/2024

Open Until Filled: No

First Screening Date:

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

About MiraCosta College

MiraCosta College is one of California's 115 public community colleges. The district operates two campus sites and two centers, and offers a robust online education program.

Situated between San Diego and Los Angeles, MiraCosta College benefits from multicultural influences and cultural opportunities. Both students and staff enjoy a friendly atmosphere and the feeling that we are all here to help one another. MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. For more details, please visit our website at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/board-of-trustees/_docs/3400BP-Diversity-Equity-Inclusion.pdf

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