Under the supervision of the Vice President of Students Services and Dean of Counseling & Matriculation or designee, develop, organize, coordinate, implement and supervise the day-to-day program activities and operation of the Student Transfer Academic Retention (STAR) TRIO - Student Support Services (SSS). The Director serves as the spokesperson for STAR students and staff in accordance with policies of the US Department of Education regulations. The Director also manages and monitors the STAR budget.

REPRESENTATIVES DUTIES:                           

• Plan, organize and coordinate implementation of the activities, services and operations of the STAR Student Success grant project, including oversight of resources, STAR staff, and outside evaluators.  
• Maintains cooperative relationships with District staff and business, labor, industry, governmental agencies, and community organizations.  
• Manage the STAR grant budget and related reporting in collaboration with various District staff and departments and prepare, submit, and manage annual STAR program budget in accordance to District and US Department of Education policies.   
• Coordinate meetings, set agendas, and maintain meeting records.  
• Establish and maintain accurate, timely and complete recordkeeping processes, ensuring that all grant reporting requirements and restrictions are observed. In conjunction with various District staff and departments, coordinate and compile data and prepare grant reports.  
• Research, compile and evaluate data regarding participants and program outcomes; conduct research regarding program effectiveness and student tracking; and create and/or archive project documentation.  
• Communicate the objectives and outcomes of the program to various District staff and departments and the grant program officer.  
• Attend meetings required by funding sources, which may require out-of-state travel.  
• Implement federal grant requirements associated with the program.
• Prepare, develop, and submit project grant proposals.  
• Supervise the implementation of all the conditions presented in the grant proposals and day-to-day operations.  
• Implement, monitor, and evaluate services to participants.  
• Prepare and submit various District, US Department of Education or state reports, as assigned or requested.
• Champions strategies to advance and promote diversity, equity, inclusion, access, cultural competence and a positive work and academic environment.  
• Supervise, train, evaluate, and hire staff.  
• Evaluate all aspects of the project plans on a regularly scheduled calendar.  
• Attend meetings with District staff and external stakeholders, as assigned or requested.  
• Supervise outreach and selection of project participants; ensure that eligibility requirements are met as defined by the US Department of Education.  
• Serve as a liaison between 4-year transfer institutions and STAR program participants.  
• Oversee the collection and monitoring of student contacts and student academic records.  
• Supervise the coordination of educational programs; oversee coordination of weekly academic and advising sessions, the summer academic component and tutoring components. 
• Oversee the planning and implementation of college visitations, cultural activities, educational activities, career fairs, financial aid workshops; and study skills/testing-taking workshops.  
• Maintain communication channels with constituencies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Educational Administration, Higher Education Public Administration, Guidance and Counseling, or College Student Personnel Services or other related field. 
• At least 3 years experience designing, managing, implementing educational programs
• At least 3 years work experience in higher education
• At least 3 years’ experience administering federal grant and federal budgets preferred

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Minoritized educationally disadvantaged groups, first generation, disabled students in need of academic assistance, and low-income persons.
• Operations, services, and activities of the STAR SSS Program.
• Current and emerging technologies that support the applicable area(s).
• Management principles and practices. 
• Principles and practices of supervision. 
• Applicable laws, regulations, standards, and/or requirements.  
• Principles and practices of budget administration. 
• Methods of prioritizing, planning, and organizing work. 
• Principles of data research, collection, organization, interpretation, and reporting.  
• General accounting and/or bookkeeping principles. 
• Principles and practices of business communication and writing.  
• Principles of knowledge management. 
• Presentation techniques. 
• Standard office practices or procedures.
• Standard office software and modern office equipment.
• Principles and practices of customer service. 
• Interpersonal relations management. 

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• Work successfully with District staff and community representatives.
• Communicate and respond effectively with students with diverse background
• Plan, organize, direct, administer, and evaluate STAR SS programs.
• Oversee the development of policies and procedures in applicable area(s).
• Develop and implement goals with identifiable outcomes and assist with development of strategic plans, as needed.
• Identify and implement appropriate technology and resources. 
• Research, develop, apply, explain, and/or ensure the compliance of applicable laws, regulations, policies and/or procedures related to the assignment. 
• Identify needs, analyze problems, and provide recommendations and/or alternative solutions.
• Manage and prioritize work, projects and/or programs within established deadlines 
• Prepare, manage, monitor, oversee, and/or administer budgets. 
• Supervise, train, and evaluate the work of assigned employees.
• Stay abreast of information, trends, and theories applicable to areas of assignment.
• Analyze data and compile and present narrative and statistical reports.
• Prepare and review reports, correspondence, and other documents using multiple business formats.
• Manage the maintenance and accuracy of all assigned records. 
• Prepare and deliver presentations.
• Utilize standard office software and equipment. 
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information.
• Provide customer service with a high level of sensitivity, tact and patience
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all employees and others encountered in the course of work. 
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. 

Supervise classified staff, temporary workers, and/or student workers. 

Co-workers, departmental staff, other departmental staff contractors, vendors, outside agencies.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STANDARDS:

The following physical and mental standards are identified as necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.  However, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. 

• Mobility: frequent walking and sitting for long periods; occasional kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, and standing; frequent reaching above and below desk level.
• Dexterity: frequent fine manipulation sufficient to operate a computer keyboard; frequent grasping to handle individual papers, write and take notes, and feel individual objects. 
• Lifting/Carrying: frequent lifting/carrying of papers, files, equipment, and materials weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. 
• Visual Requirements: frequent use of vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens, and do close-up work. 
• Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and speaking in person and on the telephone. 
• Emotional/Psychological Factors: frequent contact with others, including public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Work is typically performed in an indoor office or similar setting.

Application Process
 This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

• Application
• Current resume
• Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
• Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.

Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by April 28, 2023. 

Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or

missing documents will not be considered.

VISA

AVC does not sponsor visas.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Commitment to Diversity
 Antelope Valley College is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state law.

To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661)722-6311.

 Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.

 AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.

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