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Director, Title V Grant and First Year Experience Programs
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Position Number: 5617430
Location: Long Beach, CA
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Director, Title V Grant and First Year Experience Programs

Salary: $122,673.00 - $167,141.00 Annually
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: A25-03
Closing: 9/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Both Liberal Arts Campus & Pacific Coast Campus, CA
Department: Other Student Services

Description

Director, Title V Grant and First Year Experience Programs

LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE

Long Beach City College is committed to providing equitable student learning and achievement, academic excellence, and workforce development by delivering high quality educational programs and support services to our diverse communities. Long Beach City College currently has the privilege of serving approximately 34,463 students, the majority of whom are students of color. Long Beach City College is a Hispanic serving institution, and of our student population 53% are Hispanic/Latinx, 18% are White, 14% are African American, 12% are Asian & Filipino. An ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural competency in serving the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, racial, and cultural backgrounds of community college student populations, including students with differing abilities (physical and/or learning). For more information on our College demographics, please click here: https://www.lbcc.edu/pod/lbcc-college-facts ;

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under a joint reporting structure to the Dean of Student Equity and Dean of Science, Engineering and Math (SEM), the Director of Title V and First Year Experience Programs plans, develops, organizes, coordinates, reviews and evaluates the operations and activities related to the First Year Experience (FYE) and DESTINO programs. The First Year Experience includes Viking Advantage and the Long Beach College Promise. Developing Engaging Science through Innovative New Opportunities (DESTINO) aims to promote success in STEM and facilitate transfer to a 4-year university through the provision of various academic and student support services. The DESTINO Science Center is also an integral component of the DESTINO program. The Director should provide opportunity for involvement by faculty and staff, as appropriate, in consideration and discussion of the development of policy, procedures, and programmatic activities. The director should also engage appropriate college governance, and community partners (e.g. Long Beach Unified School District and California State University, Long Beach) to ensure that the compliment of programs included in this portfolio are meeting student needs and align with college goals, grant objectives, and initiatives.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Director of Title V and FYE Programs is responsible for providing leadership, direction, coordination, general supervision, planning and oversight of the implementation of activities, procedures and evaluation related programmatic activities under this portfolio. The Director will manage day-to-day activities, research best practices and regulations, train, budget, collaborate with faculty and staff, and supervise staff and faculty connected to these programs. In addition, the individual should function effectively as a member of an administrative team and should work well with and show evidence of sensitivity towards persons at all levels of the college. The director will also work closely with the Director of High School Outreach and Educational Partnerships, Director of Long Beach College Promise, Matriculation Coordinator to promote FYE and DESTINO. The director will work closely with STEM discipline faculty, external evaluators, and Title V officer to ensure effective integration of DESTINO services and maintain open lines of communication.

COLLEGE MISSIONLong Beach City College is committed to providing equitable student learning and achievement, academic excellence, and workforce development by delivering high-quality educational programs and support services to our diverse communities. We are Purposeful, Focused, Nurturing, Connected and Respectful.

At Lo ng Beach City College, we celebrate equity, diversity and ensure a positive and inclusive working environment for all college students, faculty, staff, and administrators. We believe diversity fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to hiring qualified applicants who are dedicated to student learning and success.

Duties

POSITION RESPONSIBLITIES:

The duties listed below are 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.

Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct all day-to-day operations and activities related the First Year Experience Program and DESTINO. Evaluate program operations, activities, and staff to ensure efficient delivery of services to students; and assure program compliance with State and Federal regulations and District policies and procedures.
Annually lead the development of the DESTINO and First Year Experience service area program plans.
Work closely with the Director of High School Outreach and Educational Partnerships to recruit prospective students to LBCC for both FYE and DESTINO.
Build a strong partnership with special programs and learning communities such as UMOJA, Puente, DESTINO, Dreamers, and MSI to foster student success.
Build a strong relationship with STEM departments and maintain regular communication to inform DESTINO programming and student service provision.
Implement term-to-term case management as an integral component oft he FYE program to support student success from entry to completion.
Monitor student progress and accordingly create interventions to promote success outcomes for FYE students.
Collaborate with First Year Counseling Faculty and Department Heads to provide comprehensive educational plans for FYE students.
Support strong partnership with the Director of the Long Beach College Promise, Long Beach Unified School District and California State University Long Beach to support the Long Beach College Promise.
Co-Coordinate FYE program services, and transitional support events such as Registration Days, Viking Summer Voyage (a summer bridge program),Welcome Day, and First Year Success Workshops.
Alongside First Year Success Counselor, lead, supervise, train and develop graduate- level Student Success Coach Interns to support all programmatic aspects of FYE and DESTINO.
Work closely with discipline faculty to provide support with LBCC's Science Night.
Coordinate and promote communication, marketing, website, and social media presence for FYE and Title V (HSI) DESTINO programs.
Provide technical information and assistance to students, staff, faculty, administrators and others concerning FYE and DESTINO requirements, including the interpretation of policies and regulations and determine appropriate courses of action in complex circumstances.
Serve on college and District committees, task forces and other work groups as appropriate
Work with Information Technology (ITS),Institutional Effectiveness and other District personnel on a continual basis to assist in improving processes; measure effectiveness, and provide the most accurate data to reporting agencies (e.g. California Community College Chancellor's Office, Department of Education)
Maintain program records for compliance and reporting.
Make independent judgments within established guidelines.
Perform complex multi-tasking duties that include interpreting and implementing federal and state regulations and District policies and procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

This position bi-reports to the Deans of Student Equity and SEM and supervises and evaluates assigned staff.

PERSONNEL

Responsible for recommending the hire, transfer, suspension, lay-off, promotion, assignment, discipline, training, professional development, assignment, direction and performance evaluation of assigned staff; administering collective bargaining agreements, employment and promotion selection procedures; and compliance with District policies, rules and regulations regarding personnel.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a master's degree from an accredited institution, or possession of a valid California Community College Supervisory Credential; AND
One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's administrative assignment. AND
Evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Direct experience overseeing First Year Experience programs
Advanced degree in STEM related field.
Three or more years of experience providing leadership in the areas of student programming and support services.
Effective oral and written communication and organizational skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state and institutional policies and procedures
Demonstrated ability to manage financial resources with a record of fiscal responsibility and accountability.
Evidence of experience in the areas of organization, planning, development, staffing, budget management, evaluation, and supervision reasonably related to the administrative assignment.
Practical and operational understanding of program development related to college transition programs, summer bridge programs, and other student support services.
Demonstrated ability to problem solve and make timely, fair, and equitable decisions.
Demonstrated advocacy for students and student needs.
Bilingual or multi-lingual.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Community colleges in higher education, including the mission of the California Community College System
CA Ed Code Title 5, Student Equity and Achievement Program, CA College Promise (Assembly Bill 19 and 2)
Long Beach College Promise
Policies and regulations of governing federal and state programs such as categorical programs
Budget preparation and control
Grant management
Applicable federal and state laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures

ABILITY TO:

Create goals, outcomes, and measurable metrics to assess outcomes as part of the planning process.
Apply current and emerging information, networking, and instructional technologies.
Apply and use effective interpersonal skills.
Develop and evaluate plans to meet current and future needs for student success.
Direct staff appropriately in developing best practices in a team work environment.
Work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from multi-cultural backgrounds and promote access and equity; work cooperatively and coordinate projects with other administrators and staff to offer effective services to students.
Interpret, apply, and effectively explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Manage multiple projects while meeting schedules and timelines.
Supervise and evaluate staff and faculty.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Create and give professional presentations to internal and external audiences.

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE:

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

Additional Information

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Long Beach City College only considers complete applications for employment. All application materials must be electronically submitted and uploaded by the applicant by the application deadline. Applications are initially screened for completeness and State Minimum Qualifications. Complete applications are forwarded to the Department hiring committee for further review.

A COMPLETE APPLICATION INCLUDES:

A COMPLETE APPLICATION INCLUDES:A Long Beach Community College District application
A cover letter outlining your education and experience relevant to this position
A list of five references, including current telephone numbers of both colleagues and supervisors
A current resume or CV
Complete transcripts of ALL lower and upper-division transcripts, showing school name, all college coursework, degree title and conferral date, for your MA/MS, or doctoral degrees. Transcripts can be official or unofficial and must be submitted as an attachment. The conferral date must be on or before the application deadline in order to meet Minimum Qualifications.
Transcripts from countries other than the United States must be evaluated by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc (AICE)
Applicants who do not meet the Statewide Minimum Qualifications for this discipline verbatim are required to submit a Supplemental Equivalency Application (Download PDF reader).

SELECTION PROCESS AND TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
Application deadline: 9/30/24
Application screening: Week of 10/01/24
Applications are initially screened for completeness and Minimum Qualifications.
Complete applications are forwarded to the Department hiring committee for further review.
First level interview: Week of 11/4/24
Final interview: tentatively planned for: Week of 11/18/24

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
Individuals who require reasonable accommodations in the Application or Examination Process in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office at least two days prior to the closing date, by calling (562) 938-4372.

THE LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Long Beach Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and equity-minded hiring practices. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunities and are not subject to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, language, accent, citizenship status, race, color, ancestry, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics.

Ancestral Land Acknowledgement
Long Beach City College acknowledges our presence on the traditional ancestral land of the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples. This land remains unceded territory. We acknowledge the painful history of genocide and forced removal from this territory. Long Beach City College honors and respects the Gabrielino/Tongva ancestors and their connection to this land.

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