Assistant Director, TRiO Sonoma-Napa County Programs (Administrator I), Fixed-Term

About the role

Join Sonoma State University as the Assistant Director of TRiO Sonoma-Napa County Programs, and help shape the future of our students!

In this exciting role, you will create impact by developing and implementing dynamic, student-centered programs with a focus on curriculum and teaching and be a changemaker by overseeing program operations, budget management, and ensuring compliance with university and agency policies.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement dynamic, student-centered programs focusing on curriculum and teaching.
• Oversight of program operations, budget management, and compliance with university and agency policies.
• Oversee program operations, budget management, and ensure compliance with university and agency policies.
• Develop and implement formative and summative evaluation strategies.
• Design and implement formative and summative evaluation strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of four years' experience in personnel supervision and evaluation, program development and evaluation, and fiscal management.
• Four years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
• A master’s degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field is preferred, as is possession of a valid California Teaching or Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential.
• Experience working with TRiO Upward Bound or Talent Search programs and familiarity with federal compliance standards are highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience working with high school aged students; aptitude in management, supervision, strategic planning, project management and program implementation.
• Ability to adapt to change in the work environment, effectively handle multiple tasks and competing demands, demonstrate clear communication in both oral and written form.
• Knowledge of Google Suite, Aeries, student information system and PeopleSoft preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years' experience in personnel supervision and evaluation, program development and evaluation, and fiscal management.
• Four years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
• A master’s degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field is preferred, as is possession of a valid California Teaching or Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential.
• Experience working with TRiO Upward Bound or Talent Search programs and familiarity with federal compliance standards are highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience working with high school aged students; aptitude in management, supervision, strategic planning, project management and program implementation.
• Ability to adapt to change in the work environment, effectively handle multiple tasks and competing demands, demonstrate clear communication in both oral and written form.
• Knowledge of Google Suite, Aeries, student information system and PeopleSoft preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with TRiO Upward Bound or Talent Search programs.

Benefits

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year.

Pay

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $6,000 to $6,250 a month.

Schedule

This is a full time, fixed-term, position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations.

Supplemental Information

About Sonoma State University: Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.

Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting

The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Annual Reports & Safety Information

For more information on annual reports and safety information, please visit the following links:

• Annual Security Report
• Campus Housing Fire Safety Report