Upward Bound Manager

UPWARD BOUND MANAGER

(0.8 FTE Exempt Position, Port Angeles campus)

Open Date: December 18, 2025

Close Date: January 5, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: February 16, 2026

Anticipated Salary: $42,508

PENINSULA COLLEGE’S COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

Peninsula College is committed to fostering an inclusive campus community where every student and employee has access to the support and resources they need to succeed. We believe that respect, connection, and belonging are essential to learning and working well together.

Our Equity Standing Committee, with representation from across the college, guides ongoing work to review policies, practices, and professional learning to support equitable access and student and employee success. We collaborate with campus partners on continuous improvement toward a learning and working environment where everyone can thrive.

Redacted Review Hiring Process

At Peninsula College, we are committed to a fair and unbiased hiring process. To support this commitment, we use an application redaction process. Before your materials are reviewed by the screening committee, certain personal identifying details such as your name, the names of schools or organizations you attended, and affiliations that could unintentionally signal identity are removed. This helps reviewers focus on your skills, experience, and qualifications.

We encourage applicants to review their resumes and cover letters before submitting to ensure that your experience and accomplishments remain clear after redaction. If your materials rely on institution names or affiliations to explain your role, you may wish to describe the work and outcomes in your own words, so the impact is still visible to the screening committee.

Our goal is to support a hiring process that is consistent, equitable, and centered on the strengths you bring.

THE COLLEGE

Located in the northwest corner of the United States, Peninsula College is nestled in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains. The main campus in Port Angeles, Washington, overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the nearby city of Victoria, British Columbia, and has easy access to the Pacific Ocean, Olympic National Park, and Seattle. Port Angeles is two hours from Seattle and a one-hour ferry ride to Victoria, Canada. The College is honored to serve six sovereign American Indian nations in the region: Jamestown S’Klallam, Lower Elwha Klallam, Quileute, Makah, Hoh, and Port Gamble S’Klallam.

The College is honored to have strong relationships with these six federally recognized Tribes in the College’s service district. The College is home to Longhouse of Learning. It is the first Longhouse in the nation to be built on a community College campus. The College offers transferable Indigenous language courses in Klallam/S’Klallam, Makah and Quileute and Hoh languages. Instructional programs include a Tribal Homeland Security & Emergency Management certificate, and an Integrated Indigenous Studies transfer pathway. The College is committed to doing more and taking future direction from the Tribes.

As a public comprehensive community college with baccalaureate-granting authority, Peninsula College is highly regarded by businesses, schools, and community partners for its culture of inclusiveness, innovation, high academic standards, and community engagement. The College is part of the 34-college Washington State Community and Technical College System and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

The College serves more than 2,500 students through its Port Angeles and Forks campuses, its correctional facilities, community education, and its online course offerings. The College community is vibrant, engaged, and known for its commitment to serving the diverse needs of the local communities across its 3,600 square mile service district.

The College culture is defined by its Guiding Principles and its shared governance model, which values respect, open and honest communication, integrity and collaboration. The College is a leader in the Guided Pathways work in Washington State and sees developing an equitable and socially just institution as a central part of that work. The College is highly regarded as a warm and welcoming place. Click here for a video about Peninsula College.

THE POSITION

This position will assist the Director Upward Bound with daily operations, development, and achievement of the goals and objectives of the TRIO Upward Bound (UB) program. This position oversees the daily functions of the year-round program (academic year and summer components); trains and supervises academic year staff and assists in the supervision of part-time summer staff; oversees the recruitment and selection of participants; develops and implements academic programming during the academic year and summer program; and prepares proposals and reports required by various constituencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the Director Upward Bound in project administration including:

o Oversee day-to-day operations of the academic school year, and summer components

o Selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of program staff

o Represent Peninsula College and the program as a speaker, presenter, or in similar capacities in high schools, service clubs, community events, and other activities of a similar nature

o Prepare proposals and reports as required by the U.S. Department of Education, Peninsula College and other organizations

o Compile statistical data on participants

o Program evaluation and assessment of effectiveness of services delivered

• Coordinate, prepare materials, delegate tasks for, implement, participate, evaluate, and follow up on:

o Events, field trips, campus tours, facilities and services related to high school completion and transition to post-secondary education.

o Development of curriculum, policies, procedures, and schedules

o Individual meetings and/or small group workshops for parents

o Student academic performance and engagement in program requirements

o Identifying and actively recruiting qualified students, assisting students and parents with application paperwork, and making recommendations for final selection into program

o Purchase department supplies, tracking department P Card purchases, maintaining records and receipts

o Tracking and disbursement of monthly participant stipends.

o School year and summer food programs

o Special projects

• Manage the maintenance of student records.
• Manage the delegation of student caseloads and maintain a caseload of students to monitor their academic success through teacher and student contacts.
• Work one-on-one with students to provide academic, career, financial and transfer advising.
• Act as primary staff person regarding gathering data necessary to complete Annual Performance Report to U.S. Department of Education
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with high school principals, tribal representatives, counselors, teachers, parents and college personnel
• Develop and maintain office procedures and policies

OTHER WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Attend staff meetings
• Participate in training and professional development
• Participate in appropriate departmental and other college training programs and off campus staff development workshops in addition to TRIO conferences and training workshops
• Serve on college committees and participate in local, state, regional and/or national professional organizations
• Other duties as assigned

DUTIES OF THE POSITION REQUIRE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Previous TRIO experience preferred
• Working with and relating to low-income, first generation, disadvantaged and/or minority students
• With planning, coordinating, and implementing program activities.
• With residential programs
• With postsecondary admission, enrollment, housing, and financial aid procedures
• Showing excellent communication skills, both oral and written including the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English and to communicate clearly with native and non-native English speakers.
• With successful collaboration with faculty, staff, community members, and students as part of an effective student development team
• With strong organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving skills; demonstrated ability to take initiative
• With working positively and effectively with a diverse population

DUTIES OF THE POSITION REQUIRE THE ABILITY TO:

• Operate a vehicle and have a driver’s license in good standing. Able to drive to target schools.
• Use computers and office equipment, organize and prioritize work in a fast-paced office environment.
• Operate computer with proficiency in Word, Excel and electronic data base systems.
• Communicate effectively, both oral and written.
• Speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English.
• Communicate clearly with native and non-native English speakers.

REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Requires sitting, keyboarding, or standing for extended periods of time.
• Requires the ability to walk for longer periods, at times on uneven terrai
• Drive long distances
• Lift up to 30 pounds occasionally

REQUIRED EDUCATION OR CERTIFICATES:

• Bachelor’s degree required in education, counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field
• Individuals who have succeeded in overcoming the disadvantages of circumstances like those of participants in Upward Bound/TRIO programs are strongly encouraged to apply
• First Aid Certification within 90 days of appointment

REQUIRED WORK SCHEDULE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office setting and local schools
• General work schedule is Monday-Friday within the 8-5- or 9-6-time frame
• Position will require travel on a regular basis and overnight travel on occasion.
• Some evening and weekend work.
• Summer program requires overnights, travel, and longer hours

BACKGROUND CHECK:

Job offers are contingent on the successful completion of reference and background checks, which may include a review of criminal history, in accordance with Washington State law and federal guidelines. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify an applicant. Any information obtained will be evaluated on an individualized basis and considered only to the extent that it relates to the responsibilities of the position and the applicant’s ability to perform its essential functions.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS:

In compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

EMPLOYMENT PAY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION

• 0.80 FTE Exempt position
• 32 hours per week
• Annual Salary: $42,508.00

Full Time Employee Benefits:

• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance; paid vacation and sick leave; retirement plan options; optional credit union and tax-deferred annuity programs. As of July 1, 2025, Peninsula College contributes $1,333 per month towards the cost of the Washington State employee insurance programs. The college also supports professional development.
• Peninsula College is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. If you work for the College full time, have had Direct Loans and are on an eligible repayment plan, you are eligible to apply.
• Sick leave accrual is 8 hours per month times Full-Time Equivalent.
• Vacation Leave accrual is 16 hours per month times Full-Time Equivalent.
• Personal Leave is 40 hours times Full-Time Equivalent, every July 1, prorated on date of hire.
• Personal Holiday is 8 hours times Full-Time Equivalent, per year after 4 months of service.

Application Submission Procedure:

A complete application file will include:

• College employment application (online)
• PDF - Current resume
• PDF - Cover letter addressing specific qualifications of this position, and provide a one to two sentence statement on how you may be able to contribute to a culture of equity at Peninsula College
• PDF - Three current professional references qualified to assess your experience and ability to perform the duties specified. Please include references’ name, email addresses and telephone numbers

Application materials may be uploaded electronically, by mail, or email:

Human Resources

Peninsula College

1502 E. Lauridsen Blvd.

Port Angeles, WA 98362

Phone: (360) 417-6298

Email: pchr@pencol.edu

Applications submitted electronically will be accepted without signatures.

Jeanne Clery Statement:

Notice of availability of annual security report—peninsula college’s annual crime/security report is available here, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 360-417-6559.

Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment:

Peninsula college is compliant with title ix best practices. For more information visit, Anti-Harassment and Nondiscrimination | Title IX.

Peninsula college does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities. Coordination of compliance is the responsibility of the vice president for human resources, Hanan Zawideh, hzawideh@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6212.

Requesting Accommodations for Employment:

Peninsula College provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Peninsula College Human Resources office, 360-417-6298 or email pchr@pencol.edu to request for any accommodations.

Peninsula College is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: Up to $42,508.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,508