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Program Supervisor (DEI-B Initiatives)

HR EMPLOYMENT/CAREERS
Initial Review Date: 01/02/24*

*Any complete applications received after the review date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request. In addition, this position will become Open Until Filled after the initial Closing Date. Any complete applications received while the position is Open Until Filled will be reviewed by the hiring committee only upon committee request.

Salary Grade: C4-59

Starting Salary: $91,830.51 (annually) plus benefits

Full Salary Range: $91,830.51 - $123,191.92 (annually)

The Foothill-De Anza Community College District is currently accepting applications for the classified supervisor position above.

The Foothill - De Anza Community College District does not have a remote work policy. All employees are expected to be available to work in person and on-site per the requirement of the department.

Foothill - De Anza Community College District Mission Statement:

The mission of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District is student success and educational excellence. The district and its colleges provide access to affordable, quality educational programs and services that develop a broadly educated and socially responsible community that supports an equitable and just future for California and the global community. Every member of our district contributes to a dynamic instructional and learning environment that fosters student engagement, equal opportunity, and innovation in meeting the various educational and career goals of our diverse students. Foothill-De Anza is driven by an equity agenda and core values of integrity, inclusion, care for our students' well-being, and sustainability.

Foothill College Mission Statement:

Believing a well-educated population is essential to sustaining and enhancing a democratic society, Foothill College offers programs and services that empower students to achieve their goals as members of the workforce, as future students, and as global citizens. We work to obtain equity in achievement of student outcomes for all California student populations, and are guided by our core values of honesty, integrity, trust, openness, transparency, forgiveness, and sustainability.'

These core values are essential to authentic and sustainable institutional equity at Foothill College. Institutional equity is embedded not only in the college's Educational Master Plan and Strategic Vision for Equity but in its planning, hiring and evaluative processes.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Dean of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEI-B) Initiatives & Program Supervisor will create and build upon existing college-wide DEI-B efforts, work with the college's learning communities (Umoja, Puente, Honors, etc.) and other retention programs and services to create more equitable pathways into and through post-secondary education for historically underprioritized communities.

DEI-B Initiatives & Program Supervisor will lead efforts to promote growth in students and staff as it relates to the college's Strategic Vision for Equity plan. Through curated workshops, trainings, and campus-wide learning opportunities, the position will identify, prioritize, develop, and implement new DEI-B programming that focuses on but not limited to racial identity development, gender expression, power dynamics, organizational change and equity-mindedness.

DEI-B Initiatives & Program Supervisor will also be the operational and fiscal manager over several programs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to conducting regular check-ins with program coordinators, managing student assistants, building relationships across campus in support of programmatic goals, writing and submitting end of year reports, conducting program reviews and researching effective practices in higher education in support of student of success objectives. The position is an integral component of the Office of Equity team and will be involved in the development of short- and long-term strategic planning, consult with colleagues on how to navigate complex social issues and facilitating campus-wide discussions that critique dominate social narratives through empathy for the common good.

DEFINITION:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide overall direction and guidance in the operations, problem solving, and decision making of an assigned large-scale and complex program. Implement program policies and guidelines; provide for program reporting and accountability; provide work direction and guidance to other program personnel; evaluate assigned personnel; establish and monitor program budgets.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Provide overall direction and guidance in the day-to-day operations, problem solving, and decision-making of a large and complex assigned program; implement program policies and directives according to District, federal or state guidelines.
2. Interview, select and hire employees; supervise, assign, direct and schedule work activities; explain how duties are to be carried out.
3. Evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; effectively communicate how the performance of duties will be measured; recommend promotions and rewards for service.
4. Approve monthly time and attendance records and approve requests for time off and additional time worked, including any overtime worked and compensatory time worked/taken.
5. Address and resolve a wide variety of concerns and complaints; adjust grievances; recommend transfers and reassignments.
6. Counsel employees; address performance problems through corrective disciplinary action; suspend and/or terminate personnel according to established policies and procedures.
7. Plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training for assigned personnel; develop and initiate departmental activities, orientations and in-services to review policies and procedures of the program, the College and changes on State regulations.
8. Prepare funds applications; prepare grant requests, and serve as the primary contact for large programs or multi-programs.
9. Plan, coordinate, and prepare a variety of materials used in program literature, marketing, catalogs, and brochures.
10. Conduct regular meetings to communicate, review and revise program guidelines.
11. Develop, recommend, and implement program plans and objectives; coordinate delivery of services to program participants; assure participation guidelines are followed.
12. Assure program expenditures are within allocated budgets; monitor budgets; propose budget changes and participate in project budget applications as necessary.
13. Establish appropriate linkages to special populations or community groups served; promote program through participation in advocacy groups, associations and other local, regional or national organizations.
14. Provide regular reports to management and federal/state agencies as requested; participate in program reviews; assure program compliance with federal or state program guidelines.
15. Serve as liaison between program personnel, participants, clients, administrators, faculty, and students; provide information, program requirements and other pertinent information.
16. Develop, coordinate, promote and oversee a broad range of programs.
17. Develop workshop materials, promotional materials, and other program documentation.
18. Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned.
19. Assist in curriculum planning and development; provide input to faculty and staff regarding program offerings.
20. Perform related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledge of:

1. Planning and coordinating the day-to-day activities of assigned program.
2. Policies, objectives, and goals of assigned program.
3. Development and presentation of programs and workshops.
4. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures related to assigned program.
5. Budget monitoring and control.
6. Grant coordination and monitoring.
7. Oral and written communication skills.
8. Principles of training and providing work direction to others.
9. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
10. Operation of a computer and assigned software.
11. Word processing, graphics and desktop publishing.

Ability to:

1. Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. Provide overall direction and guidance to the operations, problem solving, and decision making of a large-scale and complex program.
3. Coordinate several programs simultaneously.
4. Implement program policies and guidelines.
5. Provide for program reporting and accountability.
6. Prepare comprehensive program reports and reviews.
7. Train, supervise, and evaluate personnel.
8. Establish and monitor program budgets.
9. Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
10. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
11. Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.
12. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
13. Meet schedules and time lines.
14. Work independently with little direction.
15. Plan and organize work.
16. Make public speaking presentations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. Any combination equivalent to bachelor's degree in a related field AND five (5) years related work experience.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Proficiency in Student Development and Learning principles.
2. Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategies to improve student success of underserved populations.
3. Ability to organize and prioritize projects and initiatives in order to maximize resources and create efficiencies.
4. Experience leading, presenting, and facilitating workshops on topics related diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
5. Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Psychology, Educational Leadership, Social Work, or related field.
6. Experience working in a higher education, specifically within community colleges.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Environment:

1. Office environment.

Physical Abilities:

1. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone.
2. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
3. Vision to read various materials.
4. Standing for extended periods of time.
5. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
6. Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 20 lbs.

APPLICATION PACKET:

1. A District on-line application on http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/. *In the application, you will provide information, which demonstrates your understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff. Additionally, you will be asked to explain how your life experiences, studies or work have influenced your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
2. A cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position.
3. A current resume of all work experience, formal education and training.
4. In a separate Word document, please answer the following question: How are you deepening your knowledge, skills and/or awareness around equity topics you are unfamiliar with? Please provide two examples.

If any required application materials are omitted, the committee will not review your application. Items not required (including reference letters) will not be accepted. For full-consideration, all application packets must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date.

Please allow yourself ample time to complete your application and resolve any technical difficulties that may arise with your submission. We do not guarantee a response to application questions within 48 hours of the closing date. You may also visit our 'Applicant Information' to assist with technical difficulties at: http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/a-applicant-instructions.html

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Position: Full-Time, Categorical Funded, 12-months per year

Starting date: As soon as possible upon completion of the search process.

Excellent benefits package which includes medical coverage for employee and eligible dependents, dental, vision care, employee assistance program, long term disability, retirement benefits and basic life insurance. For information on our benefits package that includes medical for employees and dependents, visit our web site: http://hr.fhda.edu/benefits/index.html.

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Employment Services no later than the closing date of the announcement.

The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. All interviewing costs incurred by applicant are the responsibility of the applicant.

For more information about our application process contact:

Employment Services

Foothill-De Anza Community College District

12345 El Monte Road

Los Altos Hills, California 94022

Email: employment@fhda.edu

http://hr.fhda.edu/



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