Assistant Director, TRiO Lake-Mendocino Programs (Administrator I), Fixed-Term

Opt For Healthy Living; Sonoma, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition waiver

PSLF eligible employer

15 paid holidays

Job summary

Sonoma State University seeks an Assistant Director to lead TRiO Lake-Mendocino Programs. You will shape student-centered initiatives, manage operations, and ensure fiscal accountability across sites.

The role requires experience supervising staff, strong budgeting skills, and cross-campus collaboration. A bachelor’s in a related field is required; a master’s is preferred, with policy compliance and stakeholder engagement as core duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field with strong program management experience.
• Experience supervising personnel, program development and budget oversight.
• Knowledge of TRiO Upward Bound or Talent Search is helpful; bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee TRiO Lake-Mendocino programs and operations.
• Manage budgets, activities, and compliance with university policies.
• Coordinate with high schools, staff, and external partners to ensure program success.

Skills

Program administration

Staff supervision

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

PPS credential preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Excel

Aeries

PeopleSoft

Job description

Assistant Director, TRiO Lake-Mendocino Programs (Administrator I), Fixed-Term

Job no: 554378
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Sonoma
Categories: MPP, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time

Are you passionate about education and community engagement? Join Sonoma State University as the Assistant Director of TRiO Lake-Mendocino Programs, and help shape the future of our students!

In this exciting role, you will c reate impact by developing and implementing dynamic, student-centered programs with a focus on curriculum and teaching and b e a changemaker by overseeing program operations, budget management, and ensuring compliance with university and agency policies.

Why Sonoma State?

• Be part of a vibrant community committed to diversity, sustainability, and excellence.
• Work in an environment where innovation and creativity are celebrated.
• Help students prepare to tackle the challenges of the 21st century and make a real impact in their communities.

Work Site Location: Duties take place mostly in an office setting located at Upward Bound target high schools throughout Mendocino and Lake Counties.

Qualifications:

This position requires a minimum of four years' experience in personnel supervision and evaluation, program development and evaluation, and fiscal management, along with four years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience. Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. A master’s degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field is preferred, as is possession of a valid California Teaching or Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential. Experience working with TRiO Upward Bound or Talent Search programs and familiarity with federal compliance standards are highly desirable. The incumbent must have demonstrated experience working with high school aged students; aptitude in management, supervision, strategic planning, project management and program implementation; ability to adapt to change in the work environment, effectively handle multiple tasks and competing demands, demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written form; ability to design and implement formative and summative evaluation strategies, and demonstrate high level of proficiency with computer applications including Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Excel spreadsheets and MS Word). Knowledge of Google Suite, Aeries, student information system and PeopleSoft preferred. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred. This position requires the successful completion of a live scan fingerprinting for Sonoma State University, including a live scan fingerprinting at the assigned school site location and TB test.

This position is open until filled.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $6,000 to $6,250 a month. This is a full time, fixed-term, position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer. A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clickinghere to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

About Sonoma State University:

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.

Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting:

The University is an Affine

Education Code 89521 -

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).

Positions are posted for aminimum of 14 calendar days.

Application Process & Accommodations:

For questions related to the application process, please reach out to [e-mail] . The ADA Coordinator is also available ( [e-mail] ) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.

Annual Reports & Safety Information:

Sonoma State University's Annual Security Report (https://clery.sonoma.edu/annual-security-report) includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person by emailing the Clery Compliance and Safety Office at [e-mail] .

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is available for viewing at https://housing.sonoma.edu/compliance-data/2024-campus-housing-fire-safety-report . The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within Sonoma State University student housing facilities for three years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Residential Education and Campus Housing at [e-mail] .

Advertised: Apr 02 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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