Program Director II, TRIO, EOPS/CARE, CalWORKs

West Valley-Mission Community College District; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 189,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental,视

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Professional development

Job summary

West Valley College seeks a strategic and student-centered Program Director II to lead TRIO, EOPS/CARE, CalWORKs and NextUp within the Division of Student Services. The role requires directing program activities, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and collaborating across divisions to advance student success.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree (or supervisor credential) and at least two years of relevant leadership experience, with a strong commitment to equity

Qualifications

• Master's degree; AND One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's assignment; OR Possess a Community College Supervisor's Credential.
• Two years of experience, within the last four years, with one of the following: management/administration of educational programs or experience as a community college EOPS counselor/instructor or comparable work with disadvantaged clientele.
• Completion of a minimum of six units of college-level coursework predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by educational, language, or social disadvantages.
• Understanding of and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Administer, develop, organize, coordinate, implement and supervise the operations and activities of the assigned program.
• Evaluate operations and activities; implement improvements; collect and compile data and prepare reports.
• Plan, develop and oversee the work of technical and clerical staff involved in program support.
• Hire, contract, plan, and direct activities of outside contractors; manage grants and reporting.

Education

Master's degree

Community College Supervisor's Credential

Job description

Program Director II, TRIO, EOPS/CARE, CalWORKs &NextUp

Closing Date: 09/08/2026

Definition

The Division of Student Services is seeking a student-centered, equity-active leader to fill the position of Program Director II,TRIO, EOPS/CARE, CalWORKs and NextUp.

West Valley College is part of the West Valley-Mission CommunityCollege District. Designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution,West Valley College enrolls approximately 15,000 students annuallyand is minutes away from the heart of the Silicon Valley in abeautiful park-like setting on 143 wooded acres. The studentpopulation represents diverse communities from the cities ofSaratoga, Campbell, and Los Gatos. Detailed information about thestudent population, including data related to student success, canbe found on the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Research webpage.

The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, implement, anddirect the activities of TRIO, Extended Opportunity Program &Services (EOPS), Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education(CARE), California Work Opportunities and Responsibility to Kids(CalWORKs), and NextUP programs within the student servicesdivision ensuring the programs meet Federal and CaliforniaEducation Code and Title 5 regulations in recruiting, supporting,and retaining underrepresented students and supporting theCollege's mission toward student success; to serve as the Directorof categorical student programs; to coordinate activities andcollaborate with other divisions or departments; and to providehighly responsible and technical support to the teams in which thisposition supports. This position reports directly to the Dean ofAcademic Counseling and Student Success.

West Valley College is the No.1 community college in California forthree-year transfer rates, a milestone that reflects the college'sunwavering commitment to student success. This recognition marks asignificant achievement for the college, which was previouslyranked No. 3 in the state. The college is known for high qualityacademic programs and faculty, dedicated classified professionals,and an equity-minded approach to student success. West ValleyCollege inspires students to create a future for themselves so theycan contribute to a world in need of their talents, drive, andenthusiasm.

West Valley College is committed to addressing inequities andinjustices, both societal and institutional, and so recognizes thatinstitutions of higher education have colluded, harmed, andremained complacent in upholding aspects of white supremacy,ableism, patriarchy, and other systems of oppression. The WestValley College community is committed to long-term equity, socialjustice, and racial justice work which will transform individuals,the institution, and the greater community. As a collectivecommunity, we embrace accountability and will act with courage,grace, and humility in fulfilling our commitment to learning andunlearn.

Applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and life experiencesto address the cultural and educational needs of a culturallydiverse student population are encouraged to apply.

Assignment

This is an academic administrator position with an anticipatedstart date of November 2026. This is an exempt, management positionand is not subject to overtime.

Salary and Benefits

• Anticipated Hiring Range: $188,512 - $200,768 annually(Administrative Salary Schedule, Range 21, Steps A-C).
• Annual salary step increases to maximum of salary range,$235,013 (Administrative Salary Schedule, Range 21, Step H)

• Additional compensation: $2,000 for doctorate added to basesalary annually, to be prorated on a monthly basis.
• Employer-contributed medical, dental and vision for employee,spouse and/or dependents.
• Employer-paid long term disability for employee.
• Employer-provided life insurance.
• 14 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday annually; paidnon-workdays between Christmas and New Year.
• 22 days vacation leave accrued annually (25 days after 5years).
• 12 days sick leave accrued annually.
• Personal necessity leave and personal business leave.
• Professional development and renewal leave.
• $1000 longevity award annually after 10 years of service and$1,500 longevity award annually after 15 years of service.
• CalSTRS retirement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a master's degree; AND One yearof formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonablyrelated to the administrators administrative assignment;OR
• Possess a Community College Supervisor's Credential;

AND

• Two years of experience, within the last four years, with oneof the following:
  • In the management or administration of educational programs,community organizations, government programs, or private industryin which the applicant dealt predominantly with ethnic minoritiesor persons handicapped by language, social or economicdisadvantages; OR
  • As a community college EOPS counselor or EOPS instructor, orhave comparable experience in working with disadvantagedclientele.

AND

• Completion of a minimum of six units of college-level coursework predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or personshandicapped by educational, language, or social disadvantages.

AND Understanding of, and sensitivity to the diverse academic,socio-economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds,disability, and sexual orientation of community college students,faculty and staff.

Desired Qualification

• Experience in redesigning existing systems to createstudent-centered processes that lead to the highest success ratesin the nation in transfer and in degree and certificate completionusing the metrics of the Aspen Institute College ExcellenceProgram.
• Demonstrated ability to act with fiscal prudence andaccountability.
• Ability to design, develop, and implement programs and servicesfor students that increase completion and reduce disproportionateimpact.
• Competence in coordinating the writing, implementation, andreporting of grant applications.
• Experience working collaboratively with campus communitystakeholders in a participatory governance environment to refocusthe Education Master Plan, Guided Pathways framework, Caring Campusmodel, and Institutional Equity Plan.
• A well-informed leadership philosophy as well as demonstratedlistening skills, and experience as a successful leader who candeliver on desired outcomes.
• Demonstrated expertise in stewarding public funds, includingfundraising and cultivating donor relations

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of educational programmanagement.
• Pertinent local, state, and federal rules, regulations andlaws.
• Principles and practices of grant and contract management.
• Mission, organization, and policies of community colleges.
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• Principles and practices of research analysis andmanagement.
• Principles and practices of budget development, implementationand monitoring.
• Principles and practices of supervision, training andperformance evaluation.
• Principles and practices of work safety.

Ability to:

• Organize, implement, and direct operations, activities andstaff of assigned program.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of thejob; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and specialprojects; identify and interpret technical and numericalinformation; observe and problem solve operational and technicalpolicy and procedures.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time;intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; performsimple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone; write or usea keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carryweight of 10 pounds or less.
• Interpret and explain pertinent program mandates andrequirements, and department policies and procedures.
• Market program services to students and outsideorganizations.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned programbudget.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures related toassigned operations.
• Supervise, train and evaluate staff.
• Hire, contract, plan, and direct the activities of outsidecontractors.
• Interpret and apply relevant federal, state, county, anddistrict rules, regulations, laws, and ordinances.
• Liaison and work effectively with representatives from outsideagencies, other community college districts, and/or legislativebodies.
• Prepare and deliver studies, assessments, articles, outreachpresentations, and/or technical training as necessary.
• Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
• Operate and use modern office equipment including computers andapplicable software.
• Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed workschedule to conduct job responsibilities.
• Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices forassigned duties.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Relateeffectively with people of varied academic, cultural andsocio-economic backgrounds using tact, diplomacy and courtesy.
• Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and collaborativeworking relationships with others.
• Work beyond normal business hours, attend evening meetingsand/or perform weekend work, and the ability to travel.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Administer, develop, organize, coordinate, implement andsupervise the operations and activities of an assignedprogram.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned program;implement improvements and modifications; collect and compile dataand prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Lead and manage budget preparation and administration; preparecost estimates for budget recommendations; monitor and controlexpenditures; assure compliance with expenditure guidelines.
• Consult with faculty and administrators to assist in improveddelivery of program services to students.
• Contact, coordinate and liaison with outside agencies andorganizations related to the program.
• Represent the department at outside events and activitiesrelated to the program; serve on district and community boards andcommittees as needed.
• Plan, develop and oversee the work of technical and clericalstaff involved in program support.
• Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate stafftraining; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline;implement discipline procedures as directed.
• Recruit, hire, orient, contract, and schedule contractemployees and/or instructors.
• Locate funding sources and author grant applications; managegrant reporting requirements and projects funded throughgrants.
• Conduct needs assessments of target populations; developprogram curriculum, workshops and training as appropriate.
• Develop and implement program marketing strategies; design andproduce marketing materials.
• When assigned to Health Workforce Initiative, function asDeputy Sector Navigator (DSN) for bay area region.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships withco-workers, other district employees, and the public usingprinciples of good customer service.
• Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trustand respect.
• Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility,cooperation and communication.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

EEO STATEMENT

West Valley-Mission Community College District is anEqual Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ a diverse workforcewho will contribute to an inclusive and welcoming educational andemployment environment. The District is committed tonondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification,race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physicaldisability, mental disability, genetic information, ancestry,gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, language,accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status,marital status, economic status, military or veteran status, andmedical condition consistent with applicable federal and statelaws.

For reasonable accommodations and assistance

Contact:
Office of Human Resources, Attn: Recruitment
14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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