Priority Screening Date: March 26 at 11:59 PM

Under the direction of the area administrator, the Director of Workforce Development will

manage special projects, initiatives, and grants related to the College’s Career Education and

Workforce Development programs and assist the College in achieving objectives according to

Federal, State, and District guidelines. The Director will manage and coordinate projects;

participate in grant application development, budget management, and reporting; and oversee

the implementation and operation of various initiatives and projects that support MPC Career

Education faculty and programs.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with the development, implementation, coordination, and operation of the College’s plans, goals, and objectives related to Career Education and Workforce Development

• Assist with research, development, and submission of applications and/or proposals for special projects, programs, initiatives, partnerships, and grants related to Career Education and Workforce Development

• Assist with the implementation, operations, evaluation, and improvement of special projects, programs, initiatives, partnerships, and grants related to Career Education and Workforce Development; assist with developing, implementing, tracking, and managing timelines and deliverables for special projects, programs, initiatives, partnerships, and grants

• Serve as a liaison to internal and external partners for special projects, programs,
  initiatives, partnerships, and grants related to Career Education and Workforce Development programs

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the implementation, operation, evaluation, and improvement of activities related to the College’s partnerships with the County Workforce Development Board and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) providers

• Work in collaboration with College faculty, staff, administrators, K-12, adult education, university partners, and industry partners/advisory groups to identify, develop, and implement educational opportunities related to Career Education and Workforce Development

• Prepare applications, proposals, budgets, and reports for local, state, and federal grants related to Career Education; develop, implement, and manage systems to track Career Education and Workforce Development budgets and related grant budgets; collaborate with MPC Fiscal Services to accurately track, monitor, reconcile, and report Career Education and Workforce Development budgets and related grant budgets

• Serve as a liaison and facilitate collaboration with other campus departments to support Career Education and Workforce Development programs and activities

• Participate in marketing, outreach, and communication activities to promote Career Education and Workforce Development programs and activities.

• Participate in the completion of program review, planning, and resource allocation processes for Career Education and Workforce Development programs; support ongoing evaluation and improvement of the programs and services

• Assist with maintaining and fulfilling college-wide and program-specific accreditation requirements; assist with developing, compiling, and completing applications, reports, and other documents required for accreditation processes.

• Maintain current knowledge of regulations, requirements, trends, and models related to Career Education and Workforce Development and other areas related to the assignment. Participate in local, regional, state, and national meetings, committees, workshops, training sessions, and conferences as appropriate.

• Serve as a source of information for College faculty, staff, administrators, K-12, adult education, university, and industry partners/advisory groups regarding local, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulations related to Career Education and Workforce Development

• Process administrative details not requiring the immediate attention of the supervisor; perform a variety of administrative duties in support of the assigned program(s).

Other Duties:

• Attend meetings and serve on college, local and state committees and organizations, as required.

• Assist in the hiring process; train and direct the work of staff and student employees, as required.

• Perform other related duties as required.

Training, Experience and Education: Any combination of education and/or experience, which would demonstrate the possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities listed herein. For example, a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 2-3 years of increasingly responsible recent experience in Academic Affairs, Career Education and experience in a multicultural, multilingual organization as well as demonstrated experience in managerial responsibilities and financial aid management software.

Diversity: 

Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.  

Knowledge of: Career education and workforce development practices, K-12, Community

College, Adult Education, and/or University educational policies and practices; research

methods; report writing; presentation skills; current office procedures and practices including

filing systems; a variety of word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs as needed to fulfill the requirements of the job.

Ability to: Effectively organize, direct and manage, formulate, interpret and administer policy

and procedures; learn, explain and apply current and new policies, procedures, rules and

regulations pertaining to Career Education programs and the associated grants; analyze

situations and make decisions on procedural matters; understand and independently carry out oral and written instructions; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; work

effectively with all levels of the District (students, faculty, management and staff), governmental representatives, community representatives, and the general public; train, supervise and evaluate staff to ensure efficient, responsive and friendly service to students, faculty, staff and administration; prioritize and schedule work to meet schedules and timelines; maintain security and confidentiality of records and information; accurately and efficiently use a variety of word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs to create/produce letters, reports, spreadsheets and other documents as needed to fulfill the requirements of the job; learn and successfully use new software programs as required to fulfill the requirements of the job; use appropriate and correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; learn and successfully apply current/new office policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties; demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

PHYSICAL EFFORT / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Light physical effort; occasional standing or walking; periodic handling of lightweight parcels.

Indoor work environment.

PROOF OF VACCINATION

New employees may begin serving in their assignments only after they are in compliance with current health or vaccination requirements.

Desirable Qualifications

• Two years of demonstrated experience in academic affairs, career education, and continuing education at a community college or equivalent. 

• Working knowledge of grant development and management, program accreditation, and workforce development including experience with collaborating with workforce development board and WIOA partners. 

• Demonstrated understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, language, disabilities and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

• Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job
  description and in the duties listed in the District’s hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

• Experience collaborating with various internal departments, governmental and private agencies, other colleges, the community, outside school districts, and personnel.

Work Schedule

Exempt level position, 12 months per year.

Salary Information

Management/Supervisory Schedule, RANGE 45

Starting Salary: $5,600 (Step A) - $6,174 (Step C) per month, depending upon experience

and qualifications + GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE (no additional costs for benefits)

Benefits

Monterey Peninsula College offers excellent employee benefits, ranging from health, dental,

vision, life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), and long-term disability, provides

sick leave and contributes to the CalPers retirement plan.

How to Apply

Visit http://www.mpc.edu/about-mpc/campus-resources/human-resources/employment and

select "classified and other positions." Here you will find the announcement and the "apply"

button in the upper right hand corner. You will be asked to log-in or create a new user

account.

• Complete all required fields of the application

•  Attach a .pdf of your cover letter which describes your interest in and qualifications
  for the position, including how you meet the desirable qualifications.

• Attach a .pdf of your resume

• Answer the required diversity statement

• Answer required supplemental question (Please describe any experience that you have had involving workforce development. Tell us about an initiative that you were involved in. What was your role, what was the outcome, and what did you learn? Please limit your response to one (1) page.)

Only items listed above will be reviewed by the screening committee. Human Resources

does not accept additional materials such as: letters of reference, test scores from other

institutions, certificates of courses/programs completed, letters of commendation from

schools, or transcripts with your application. Such items, if included, will not be forwarded to

the selection committee. If you are a finalist, HR will request any reference information that is

required.

Monterey Peninsula College reserves the right to close or continue the recruitment at any

time.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment

process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made

to the Office of Human Resources by calling (831) 645-1341.

For questions, please contact:

Gerardo cardenas Hernandez

HR Specialist

gcardenashernandez@mpc.edu

831-645-1392

Conditions of Employment

Monterey Peninsula Community District is committed to achieving educational equity for all

students. As outlined in the District's Governing Board Goals, Educational Master Plan, Equal

Employment Opportunity Plan, and Student Equity Plan. We provide students with a rich and

dynamic learning experience that embraces differences - emphasizing collaboration,

engaging students in and out of the classroom, and encouraging them to realize their goals

and become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at

Monterey Peninsula College, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and

equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice

requiring broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and

community partners.

Monterey Peninsula College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is an

affiliate of the statewide Umoja Community of California Community Colleges. Monterey

Peninsula College has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities it

serves.

We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages,

socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize

applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional

educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual

committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and

community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded

individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:

(1) Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing

equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;

(2) Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an

individual and collective responsibility;

(3) Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;

(4) Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally

responsive; and

(5) Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.

Monterey Peninsula College seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a

collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve

their educational goals. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines

to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. College faculty are

expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to use, different learning and teaching

methods appropriate to the students they serve.

Offers of employment are contingent upon Governing Board approval. Employment with

Monterey Peninsula College is not complete or official until applicants meet all

pre-employment requirements. All new employees are required to submit proof of freedom

from tuberculosis and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Employees must sign

the Oath of Affirmation of Allegiance, and submit fingerprints for California Department of

Justice clearance. California School Employees Association Membership or an approved

alternative is required.