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Program Director for HBCU Transfer Pathways - Counseling
Job Description
Full job description
The following duties and responsibilities are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
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Manage and monitor all aspects of the HBCU Transfer Agreement in accordance with the Chancellor's Office guidelines. Ensure full and complete compliance with all reporting requirements (written reports, oral presentations, etc.), required data analysis, student success metrics, submission deadlines as defined by the grant.
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Develop, coordinate, and host a series of outreach efforts and information events for high school and college students, parents, counselors, administrators, faith-based organizations, and other potentially interested parties to generate support and active participation in the HBCU Transfer Pathway.
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Solicit and continuously expand HBCU partnerships. Cultivate increasingly effective relationships with HBCU institutions and continuously seek advocacy from partner institutions to strengthen support and accommodations that meet the needs of transfer students, particularly Black and African American students.
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Assist in resolving staff, faculty, and/or student problems within program of assignment. Provide guidance, feedback, and consistent follow-up to resolve problems and build a cohesive program.
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Develop and maintain a data methodology and sharing of information in coordination with institutional researchers at other HBCUs to collect and analyze a variety of program outcomes (e.g., student applications, admittance, transfer, completion rates). Compile data collection into student success metric reports and program outcomes as defined by the Chancellor's Office and grant funding requirements.
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Coordinate in collaboration with Marketing and Communications the editing, updating, and distribution of program-related publications, brochures, videos, social media sites, and other print and digital marketing productions. Ensure quality, timeliness, and accuracy of marketing material.
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Respond to inquiries about the HBCU Transfer Pathway program. Assist with the application process. Solicit feedback from HBCU transfer students and alumni to develop and enhance student engagement and program improvements.
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Arrange campus tours of various California Community Colleges (CCC) for HBCU representatives to become more informed. Invite HBCU representatives to various conferences, transfer fairs, and other events in California to help potential transfer students learn more about HBCU admission requirements, costs, housing options, and other pertinent transfer information.
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Conduct research and analysis to identify potential funding sources and other grants to support and expand the HBCU Transfer Pathway program.
ORGANIZATION MANAGEMENT
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the regulations, policies, requirements, and eligibility criteria for assigned programs and ensure compliance with the College's policies, procedures, and practices.
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Strengthen processes, program, and services through the effective and efficient use of assessment, program review, planning, and resource allocation. Establish priorities in conjunction with the College's comprehensive planning and budgeting guidelines. Implement an organizational structure that maximizes utilization of resources and ensures effective and efficient delivery of services.
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Train and supervise the performance of assigned professional, operational, technical, and support personnel; recommend reassignment or non-renewal as needed; delegate and review assignments and projects; evaluate work products and results; implement appropriate procedures to accommodate need for information and assistance; establish and monitor timelines and prioritize work. Monitor work performance on a regular basis and provide coaching for performance improvement and/or development as needed. Anticipate, prevent, and resolve conflicts within assigned program area.
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Implement plans for efficient and appropriate use and security of assigned facilities; ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
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Work with Information Technology personnel on a continual basis to enhance and improve relevant computer systems. Learn and apply emerging technologies to perform duties and provide services in an efficient, organized, and timely manner. Work to modernize infrastructure and technological resources to facilitate a positive learning and working environment and promote student success.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonable related to the administrator's administrative assignment.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid California driver's license.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
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Knowledge and experience with HBCUs.
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Experience working on a grant.
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Experience working as a liaison between high schools, colleges, or universities to promote successful student transfers.
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Proven experience in program coordination, project management, or related roles.
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Understanding of and ability to assess the Black college experience.
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Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
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Understand and practice the principles of administration and supervision.
Abilities/Skills:
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Effectively and accurately read, interpret, and follow Collective Bargaining Agreements.
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Demonstrated ability to engage Black and African American students.
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Evidence in implementing diversity, inclusivity, and equity in the workplace.
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Demonstrated commitment to student learning and development.
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Respond to email in a timely manner.
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Able to organize and prioritize while planning various events.
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Work cooperatively with others.
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Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Full-time, 12-month, educational administrator position on a renewable employment contract. During the winter recess, all administrators are required to charge three (3) days of accrued vacation between Christmas and the New Year holidays.
Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential(s), and transcripts. Candidates selected for employment must agree to be fingerprinted, submit Certificate of the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment and/or Examination, provide proof of eligibility for employment in the United States, and present a valid Social Security card upon hire.
TO APPLY
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Online application: http://www.elcamino.edu/jobs
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Cover letter describing how applicant meets the qualifications.
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Resume including educational background, professional experience, and related personal development and accomplishments.
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Pertinent transcripts as stated in the required qualifications. (Unofficial computer-generated academic records/transcripts must include the name of the institution and degrees awarded to be acceptable.) Multiple page transcripts must be loaded as ONE PDF document.
CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.
Individuals identified for FINAL interviews are eligible to have expenses paid. Reimbursement will be limited to economy airfare (to and from point of origin) and for meals and lodging. The maximum allocated for meals, lodging and transportation is $600. Finalists must complete and submit a W-9 Form and Human Resource's "Interview Expense Reimbursement Form" and include appropriate support documentation to receive the allowable reimbursement amount.
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