Director, Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS/CalWORKs/Foster Youth)

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Director, Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS/CalWORKs/Foster Youth)

Salary

$95,071.00 - $126,350.00 Annually

Location

Costa Mesa, CA

Job Type

Administrator

Job Number

35-O-18

Division

Orange Coast College

Department

SS/EOPS

Opening Date

04/26/2018

Closing Date

5/23/2018 11:59 PM Pacific

Definition

Plans, directs, and coordinates the College's Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS), Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE), California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs), and Foster Youth programs.  Directs high school and college-level outreach activities to promote the programs and identify potential student-participants.
 
Distinguishing Career Features
The Director of EOPS, CARE, CalWORKs, and Foster Youth provides integral student services by implementing support to students that gives pathways and opportunities to higher education otherwise may not be possible through traditional enrollment processes.  The Director proposes and administers funding for the services and develops internal processes for properly allocating resources to students engaged in any or all of the programs in accordance with Title 5 regulations.  The Director is a management position which is part of a comprehensive student services strategy.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties may vary among departments and jobs.  Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following kinds of duties:

  • Administers and manages the EOPS, CARE, CalWORKs, and Foster Youth programs, ensuring they meet California Education Code Title 5 guidelines in recruiting, supporting, and retaining underrepresented students and supporting the College's mission for access and diversity.
  • Supervise EOPS/CARE, CalWORKs, and Foster Youth office staff to include faculty, classified staff, hourly staff, and student assistants. Assist counseling staff as needed.
  • Recommend policy and procedures for all components related to the EOPS/CARE, CalWORKs, and Foster Youth programs including, but not limited to, program-specific instruction, counseling, eligibility, outreach, cultural awareness, retention, transfer, and on-going program maintenance. Develop new services and programs for the department in compliance with state and local policies and guidelines to expand and increase services to students.
  • Advocates, promotes, and informs local high schools, other College outreach programs, and student services about the programs and administrative compliance. Participate in workshops, meetings, and conferences, at the district, local, regional and state levels as appropriate to the assigned areas of responsibility. Serves as the College's EOPS, CARE, CalWORKs and Foster Youth liaison with the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office, Region 8, and county social workers.
  • Sets up best practices for referring participating students to services on and off campus. Collaborates with other student services areas such as, and not limited to, Financial Aid, Disabled Student Programs (DSPS), and Assessment to contribute to student success and student work opportunities.
  • Manages, researches, and maintains budgets for assigned programs; administers approved budgets and directs preparation and maintenance of detailed and comprehensive reports, records, and files supporting program operations and activities.
  • Responsible for submitting all annual plans and year-end reports related to EOPS/CARE, CalWORKs, and Foster Youth programs.
  • Maintains communication with District and college staff as well as various agencies to coordinate program services, exchange information, and refer participating students. Initiates communications to pass on trends and new legislation and regulations for working with targeted student populations. 
  • Organizes advisory committees with local K-12 school districts, businesses, and parent representatives to establish effective networks for identifying targeted students and coordinating delivery systems for identified student needs.
  • Learns and applies up-to-date knowledge of college curriculum, instructional methods, and technologies when working with committees and students. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge and Skills:
The position requires specialized professional knowledge of the principles and audiences for Title 5 funded student-centered programs, including program development and evaluation, budget management, and compliance with local, state, and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures.  Requires working knowledge of college development theory and student services issues on a community college campus. Requires a working knowledge of federal and California financial aid programs, eligibility and student needs assessment.  Requires specialized knowledge of and skill at developing and implementing a plan of accountability for EOPS, CARE, CalWORKs, Foster Youth and related categorical programs, especially as related to state regulations.  Requires knowledge of best supervisory, performance management, and team building practices.  Requires working knowledge of and skill at assessing, understanding, articulating, and evaluating information technology needs, and solutions to support these areas of responsibility.    Requires well-developed oral and written language skills to prepare reports and professional correspondence.  Requires well-developed human relations skills to initiate contact and develop work relationships with educators, agencies, and students, conduct performance reviews, deliver presentations, and convey technical information to a wide variety of audiences.  Requires knowledge of college, district, community, and social service referral sources.
 

Abilities: 
Requires the ability to carry out the objectives of the position.   Requires the ability to develop program and customer service standards and measurable outcomes.  Requires the ability to learn, interpret, and apply State Education Code, Government Code, Title 5, and other federal and state regulations as related to the responsibilities of the position.  Requires the ability to develop and administer budgets.  Requires understanding of, sensitivity to and commitment to meeting the needs of the individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds.  Requires the ability to work collaboratively and productively with internal and external constituencies to identify and recruit students, enhance student engagement and retention, and success.  Requires the ability to advocate for the programs supervise and support the core values of the College. Requires the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with students, faculty, staff, and community members. Requires the ability to direct, train, and coordinate office staff and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Education and Experience:
1. Must meet the requirements under (a) and (b) and (c) for an EOPS Director under Title V Regulations as follows:
(a) Possess a master's degree from an accredited institution and one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the assignment which may, but need not be concurrent with the required full-time service OR possess the California Community College Supervisory Credential OR have a combination of education and experience that is at least equivalent to the above. (Candidates making application on the  basis of equivalency must submit the Application for Equivalency in addition to all other required materials.)

(b) Within the last four years, two years of full-time experience or the equivalent in the management or administration of educational programs, community organizations, government programs, or private industry in which the applicant dealt predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages; OR two years-experience as a community college EOPS counselor or EOPS instructor; OR have comparable experience in working with disadvantaged clientele.

(c) Must have completed a minimum of six units of college-level course work predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by educational, language, or social disadvantages.

2. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural,disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
 
Licenses and Certificates:
Requires a valid driver license.

Conditions of Employment

This is a contract, full-time, 12-month per year, Educational Administrator position. The normal hours of work will be 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. Flexible schedule and weekends might be necessary to address the needs of the job duties, programs and/or students. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor.
 

  • Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
  • The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
  • The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

PAY PHILOSOPHY: 
Coast Community College District, through policies, practices, and other benefit programs, delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity, inclusion, and workforce vitality.  In general, it is the policy of the District to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade.  All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year for all classified employees.

Physical Abilities:
Requires the ability to function in an office environment performing work of a primarily sedentary nature with some requirement to move to campus and off-campus locales.  Requires the ability to use hearing and speech to make presentations to groups and carry on conversations over the phone and in person.  Requires visual acuity to read and recognize printed materials, and view computer screens.  Requires sufficient hand/arm/finger dexterity to retrieve work materials and operate standard office equipment.  Requires the ability to work during off-hours.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed indoors where minimal safety considerations exist.

Additional Information

ATTENTION: Before applying, please be sure to review the Coast Colleges District Board Policy regarding Nepotism (BP 7310) to check if your application may be impacted. If you have any questions, please contact HR Recruitment at 714-438-4714 or 714-438-4716.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:  To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit a COMPLETE application packet. A complete application packet includes:

  1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
  2. A current resume (as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
  3. A cover letter highlighting your specific qualifications for the desired position, (as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
  4. Answers to all supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume or put "see resume" or "N/A" or leave blank).
  5. Transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate degrees - uploaded and attached to the application - PDF recommended.
  6. Application for Equivalency, if applicable. Candidates who are applying with minimum qualifications on the basis of equivalency must submit a completed Application for Equivalency Form (which can be downloaded at www.cccd.edu/employment) with supporting documents, in addition to all other required materials (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
Submission of all required application information and materials is the responsibility of the applicant.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Applications must be received no later than the posted closing date. There are NO EXCEPTIONS. Electronic applications may be completed by visiting www.cccd.edu/employment. Once you have completed an electronic application, you may apply to open positions within the Coast Community College District by submitting the application and all other required materials. Required materials differ for each open position and must be complete when submitted for a specific posting. Instructions for completing applications and applying to posted positions are available online or by calling Applicant Processing at (714) 438-4714 or (714) 438-4716.

Information for TDD users is available by calling (714) 438-4755.
 
All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. All application materials become the property of the Coast Community College District and will NOT be copied or returned. Any documents that you are unable to attach can be faxed to (714) 782-6065. Faxes must clearly indicate your name and the job to which you are applying.

To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate "n/a" (not applicable). If you do not know an answer, please indicate so, but do not leave any space blank.

Disability Accommodations:
If you require accommodations in the Application or Examination Process, please notify Human Resources by calling (714) 438-4714 or (714) 438-4716.

SELECTION PROCEDURES:
  1. All online applications and required materials received by the deadline date will be screened to determine which applicant(s) meet(s) the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
  2. Applicants who meet the required qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to discuss their qualifications in an interview with the College/District. Therefore, it is highly recommended that applicants submit clear, detailed responses to all supplemental questions in order to demonstrate his/her qualifications as related to the position.
  3. If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in-person during the interview process, this will be done so at the candidate's own expense.
The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College.  The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services and student support services.  Coastline, Golden West and Orange Coast Colleges enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs. 
Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States.  Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
We know that the health of our employees and their families is a priority. That's why we offer extensive health care benefits to benefits-eligible employees. We offer the District's PPO plan as well as two HMO's, United Health Care and Kaiser Permanente. We also provide District-paid dental and vision insurance. 

Benefits are available to regular permanent employees working 20 or more hours per week.  Benefits are not available to temporary or short term employees.

District-paid Life Insurance
The District provides Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance benefits, underwritten by ING. This District-paid benefit is equal to one time your annual salary and remains in effect until age 70.

District-paid Disability Benefits
Coast provides both short and long term disability benefits for eligible employees unable to work because of disability due to illness, injury, or maternity.

Voluntary Plans
A variety of voluntary plans are offered through the District to benefits-eligible employees such as Long Term Care, Hyatt Legal, and Section 125 compliant flexible spending accounts.

Enrich Your Profession
Professional Development Programs
The District offers a variety of Professional Development programs for faculty and classified staff that encompasses all types of facilitated learning opportunities, ranging from college degrees to formal coursework and conferences. We encourage lifelong learning that maintains and improves professional competencies, enhances career progression, and keeps our employees on the cutting edge of their profession.

Sabbatical Leaves
Faculty members are encouraged to pursue professional growth leading to the development of increased competence and the improvement of instruction and/or redirection in their current teaching discipline. The District's sabbatical leave program is designed to assist in this pursuit and is available on a semester basis after completing six consecutive years of service.

Academic Senate
The Academic Senate is the governing body at each of our colleges for making recommendations to administration and to our Board of Trustees with respect to academic and professional matters. The Senate consists of elected faculty and has the responsibility for matters related to curriculum and general academic policy.

Time to Refuel
Vacation
Classified, contract staff earn vacation days commensurate with years of service. Classified Management and Administrators earn 22 days vacation per year.

Sick Leave
All contract employees earn sick leave as outlined in the CA Education Code. Sick leave may be carried over from year-to-year and, upon retirement, unused sick leave may contribute to your PERS and STRS retiree benefit.

Holidays
The District observes 21 paid holidays per year.

Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military Leave
Coast grants contract employees called to jury duty a leave of absence, without loss of pay, for the entire length of required service. Other available leaves include bereavement from 3-5 days and military leaves of absence in accordance with applicable state laws.

Great Expectations
Pension Plans
The District participates in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) and the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) for contract employees. Non-contract employees participate in Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) plan for the first 1,000 hours of their employment.
Additionally, it is the policy of the Coast Community College District that contract employees who retire from the District with ten or more years of service be afforded the same group insurance benefits until 70 years of age. A Medicare Supplement or GAP plan  is available to retirees and their spouses after age 70.

Annuities
The District maintains a program whereby qualified employees may request through Payroll to have a portion of his or her salary deposited under a tax sheltered annuity plan or an approved deferred compensation plan.

Schools First Federal Credit Union
The Schools First Federal Credit Union is a federally insured, full service, financial cooperative that is a not-for-profit organization. Earnings are used to benefit all members to provide a full range of financial services and offerings.

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Are you applying for equivalency? (A completed Application for Equivalency Form with supporting documentation MUST BE ATTACHED if you do not possess the minimum qualifications for this discipline as listed in the job posting. The Equivalency Application Form can be downloaded at www.cccd.edu/employment.)
  • No, I am not applying for equivalency because I already possess the minimum qualifications for this discipline area as listed in the job posting.
  • No, I am not applying for equivalency because I was already granted equivalency in this discipline area by Coastline College, Golden West College and/or Orange Coast College.
  • Yes, I have ATTACHED my completed Application for Equivalency Form (downloadable at www.cccd.edu/employment) with supporting documentation included, for review.
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Discuss your background, education, and past work experience as it relates to the duties and responsibilities of this position.
03
Discuss your experience in leading faculty and staff; including supervision, evaluation, scheduling, and discipline?
04
What is your experience with categorical, restricted, or grant funded programs including elements of program implementation, budgeting, and submitting annual reports?
05
Discuss your knowledge of educational counseling and other student support services in a community college setting.
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What do you think are the most significant challenges or barriers for at-risk students? How would you develop a program to address these issues?
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Please describe your experience working with or serving individuals of diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, or gender backgrounds.
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I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration. A complete application packet includes: 1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application. 2. A current resume (as a separate attachment - PDF recommended). 3. A cover letter highlighting your specific qualifications for the desired position, (as a separate attachment - PDF recommended). 4. Answers to all supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume or put "see resume" or "N/A" or leave blank). 5. Transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate degrees - uploaded and attached to the application - PDF recommended. 6. Application for Equivalency, if applicable. Candidates who are applying with minimum qualifications on the basis of equivalency must submit a completed Application for Equivalency Form
  • Yes
  • No

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