Program Manager, Student Identity & Parent Support

Community College Career Connect; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern Community College District’s Bakersfield campus seeks a Program Manager to oversee student life programs with a focus on quality academic and support services. You’ll lead Lavender Initiatives, coordinate services for student parents, and collaborate across departments to strengthen programs.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience, plus a demonstrated commitment to diverse student populations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of experience related to area of assignment.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to diverse student and employee backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple project activities to meet program expectations.
• Manage and monitor budgets and expenditures.
• Assist in budget preparation and processing invoices.
• Supervise and coordinate department planning and staff.
• Coordinate outreach to familiarize students with services.
• Identify and serve students meeting project guidelines.
• Participate in meetings and develop program reports.
• Market the College and assigned program to the community.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Communication

Public speaking

Record-keeping

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Kern Community College District’s Bakersfield campus seeks a Program Manager to oversee student life programs with a focus on quality academic and support services. You’ll lead Lavender Initiatives, coordinate services for student parents, and collaborate across departments to strengthen programs.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience, plus a demonstrated commitment to diverse student populations.