Salary: $75,485.00 - $111,527.00 Annually
Job Type: Management
Job Number: 6189-af/01/23
Closing: 4/3/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Visalia/Tulare/Hanford, CA
Department: Academic Services - Science/Math/Engineering
Division:
General Description
Under the direction of the Dean of Math, Science, and Engineering, the MESA Program Director serves as the primary coordinator of the MESA program, advancing student success, equity, inclusion, and belonging in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education through participation in MESA activities and support services for students who seek to transfer to a four-year institution. The continuation of this position is contingent on continued funding.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
The MESA Program Director is responsible for the daily management of the MESA program, including planning, developing, implementing and coordinating program objectives in compliance with Title III and internal policies and procedures, overseeing grant activities following defined action plans, tracking funds, and submitting periodic reports to the California Community College Chancellors Office (CCCCO). The MESA Program Director performs a variety of professional, administrative, and programmatic work in support of assigned programs including serving as a liaison to District staff, community partners, and outside agencies. This position is categorically funded.
Sequoias Community College District serves a diverse community of learners and is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution. Sequoias Community College District provides a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, career, and technical programs for our students. We seek candidates who exhibit an understanding and commitment to the community college mission, who are dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, and who have a passion for student success.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY
Sequoias Community College District is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion and values candidates who have the ability to serve students from diverse academic, cultural, socioeconomic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds, as well as those students who have been historically underrepresented in higher education. Sequoias Community College District seeks to promote and maintain an environment that is built on mutual respect and free from discrimination by employing faculty members who are equity-minded, collegial, and guided by their dedication to helping students achieve their educational goals. Ideal candidates will share the Sequoias Community College Districts' commitment to be knowledgeable about and implement equitable learning and teaching methods appropriate to serve students from all backgrounds, demographics and experiences.
Job Duties
Representative Duties:

• Plan, develop, and implement MESA program goals, objectives, policies and priorities, oversee the daily operations of the MESA center and ensure a student-centered and inclusive environment.
• Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend and administer program policies, procedures and services; recommend appropriate services and staffing.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to the grant; interview and participates in selecting employees; train, counsel, and discipline personnel according to established policies and procedures.
• Direct and ensure the reporting, updating, and maintenance of student records, files, and reports regarding academic progress, contractual agreements, and program requirements.
• Consult with faculty, staff, and administrators to assist in improved delivery of services to students, promote an understanding of MESA services, and to build a program of academic rigor.
• Develop, schedule, and coordinate student orientation, tutoring, and study programs, including academic excellence workshops, career advising, and leadership training; and recruit and schedule guest speakers.
• Establish, maintain, and promote a MESA student club or similar organization to create connections with groups that serve students historically underrepresented in STEM.
• Coordinate with counselors and Math, Science, Engineering and Computer Science faculty to cluster students into STEM classes as well as labs, workshops, and discussion groups.
• Collaborate with the Math, Science, Engineering and Computer Science faculty to offer Friday Night Lab activities, workshops, and STEM student engagement projects.
• Conduct in-reach student recruitment on campus and outreach student recruitment at partner high schools, emphasizing outreach efforts within the communities with the most need for STEM education; track the success of outreach efforts and provide strategic planning for growth and improvement of outreach.
• Collaborate with the Welcome Center Director and staff in recruitment and outreach efforts.
• Establish and maintain communication with four-year institutions to encourage the formation of a pipeline and pathway for student transfer; develop, schedule, and coordinate informational sessions and workshops related to the transfer process and continued academic success. Collaborate with the transfer center staff and counselors on transfer efforts.
• Establish a local business and industry council that includes small and large business industry leaders and potentially local/state representatives in the District service area; work with local businesses and industry to provide opportunities such as internships, job shadowing, field trips, and exposure to the industry environment
• Create a District-wide council that includes the faculty sponsors, students, and representatives from relevant departments/programs that can contribute to the success of MESA students; solicit feedback and plan for future semesters or renewal process.
• Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the program budgets; ensure program expenditures and cost estimates are adequately documented and monitored throughout the program area; review and approve program expenditures.
• Prepare and present program outcome reports to District leadership and constituency groups, community stakeholders, and California Community College Chancellor's Office (CCCCO).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of trends in the MESA program and represent the District at annual statewide meetings and other staff development activities related to the MESA program.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience):
Any combination equivalent to:

• A Master's degree from an accredited institution and successful experience in an educational environment. Experience in management, specifically within similar grant programs is highly desirable AND
• Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

If you do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position (in either education or experience) but feel you possess qualifications that are equivalent to the minimum qualifications, please write a one-page summary explaining your position and submit as a "Supplemental Attachment" within the "Attachment" section of the online application.
Licenses and Other Requirements:

• Valid California driver's license.
• An incumbent must be insurable at the "standard rate" by the employer's insurance carrier at all times while employed in this classification by the College of the Sequoias.
  Knowledge and Abilities
  Knowledge of:
  
  • Community demographics including proven success models that address needs of our diverse students, age appropriate career development and community resources.
  • Culturally responsive, research-based pedagogical and student services strategies to enhance student learning and improve student retention.
  • Performance indicators for measuring individual and project success.
  • Organization and management practices as applied to the development, design, and evaluation of programs.
  • Budget administration and control.
  • Principles of functional leadership, training, and performance evaluation.
  • Culturally responsive interpersonal and communication skills for organizational effectiveness and team building.
  • Formal presentation skills to diverse audiences.
  • Preparation of professional reports and correspondence.
  • Principles of student recruitment, retention, and orientation programs.
  • Recordkeeping techniques.
  Ability to:
  
  • Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned staff.
  • Develop and implement grant objectives.
  • Prepare comprehensive summaries, reports, and detailed program evaluations.
  • Plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
  • Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Work effectively with diverse students, faculty, staff, administrators and community groups.
  • Conduct and facilitate meetings effectively.
  Working Conditions:
  Environment
  
  • Outdoor environment.
  • Travel to multiple school sites/agencies within the District boundaries. Domestic travel may be required.
  • Occasional extended working weekdays and weekends required.
  • Work under steady pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of public contract by phone or in person.
  Physical Abilities
  
  • Ability to communicate to provide information over the phone and in person with students/employers/employees/public.
  • Ability to read documents.
  • Ability to sit and stand for extended period of time.
  • Ability to remember key information and concentrate for long periods of time.
  • Ability to operate a computer keyboard.
  Application Procedure
  APPLICATION PROCEDURE
  To be considered, applicants must submit ALL of the following required material before or by the filing deadline:
  
  • Completed online application.
  • Equity Narrative (included in the online application).
  • Letter of interest which addresses the Desirable Qualifications. In this letter we invite applicants to expand on strengths not covered in other parts of the application.
  • Curriculum Vitae or Resume.
  • Unofficial copies of transcripts of college/university work. (If transcripts are not in English, include a summary of courses and grades). Official transcripts are required upon employment.
  • Equivalency documents (If necessary).
  For questions regarding this position, please contact Linda Reis at lindarei@cos.edu or (559) 736-3867.
  The Sequoias Community College District is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to prohibiting unlawful discrimination, harassment, including sexual harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status, ancestry, age (40 and above), religious creed, religion, political belief or affiliation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, mental or physical disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status, medical condition, military and veteran status, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
  College of the Sequoias does not sponsor H-1B Visas
  To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cos/jobs/3902733/mesa-program-director