Program Director II, FAAST Workforce Program

Program Director II, FAAST Workforce Program

The School of Science and Math at West Valley College is seeking a talented individual to fill the position of Program Director II, Foundations for Advancing America's Semiconductor Technician (FAAST) Workforce Program. West Valley College, though just minutes from the heart of the Silicon Valley, is in a beautiful park-like setting on 143 wooded acres. Mission College is located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Our staff and faculty are among the most qualified in the state and our students appreciate the college for its friendly staff and supportive atmosphere.

Under the direction of the Dean of the School of Science and Math, the Program Director provides leadership for the implementation and day-to-day management of the FAAST Workforce Program, a federally funded grant initiative supported through the U.S. Department of Education's Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE). The Program Director is responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating all aspects of the project, including industry and university partnerships, workforce development initiatives, grant compliance, fiscal oversight, employer engagement, outreach, reporting, and continuous improvement. The position works collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, regional employers, regional partners, government agencies, workforce organizations, and community partners to develop and sustain innovative semiconductor technician education pathways that prepare students for high-skill, high-wage careers while ensuring successful achievement of project goals, objectives, deliverables, and performance outcomes.

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

This is an academic administrator position with an anticipated start date of September 2026. This is an exempt, management position and is not subject to overtime. IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a grant-funded position, with a grant end and position is contingent upon the grant being renewed each funding cycle.

Salary: 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) Benefits include: Additional compensation: $2,000 for doctorate added to base salary 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; paid non-workdays between Christmas and New Year. 22 days vacation leave accrued annually (25 days after 5 years). 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: Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible experience related to the area of assignment, including one year of supervisory responsibility. Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in counseling, business administration, education, or a related field. A Master's degree may be required by state and/or grant requirements for certain positions in this classification. 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 Qualifications: The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following desired qualification(s): Experience with the semiconductor manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, or microelectronics industries, including workforce needs, industry partnerships, and emerging technologies that support technician education and workforce development. Demonstrated success leading complex grant-funded workforce development, Career Technical Education (CTE), STEM education, or higher education initiative. Proven ability to develop and sustain partnerships with industry, government agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations. Experience managing federally or state-funded grants, including budget oversight, reporting, compliance, and performance measurement. Experience leading or coordinating specialized laboratory or workforce training facility projects, including planning, construction or renovation, equipment installation, and collaboration with architects, contractors, facilities personnel, and industry partners. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and performance objectives. Strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and build collaborative relationships among faculty, staff, administrators, employers, and external partners. Experience developing and implementing successful workforce education, continuing education, apprenticeship, or career pathway programs. Working knowledge of federal grant regulations, including Uniform Guidance (2CFRPart 200), EDGAR, or similar compliance requirements.

Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of educational program management. Pertinent local, state, and federal rules, regulations and laws. 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 and management. Principles and practices of budget development, implementation and monitoring. Principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation. Principles and practices of work safety. Ability to: Organize, implement, and direct operations, activities and staff of assigned program. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures. On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone; write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less. Interpret and explain pertinent program mandates and requirements, and department policies and procedures. Market program services to students and outside organizations. Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program budget. Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations. Supervise, train and evaluate staff. Hire, contract, plan, and direct the activities of outside contractors. Interpret and apply relevant federal, state, county, and district rules, regulations, laws, and ordinances. Liaison and work effectively with representatives from outside agencies, other community college districts, and/or legislative bodies. Prepare and deliver studies, assessments, articles, outreach presentations, and/or technical training as necessary. Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority. Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software. Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities. Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Relate effectively with people of varied academic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds using tact, diplomacy and courtesy. Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and collaborative working relationships with others. Work beyond normal business hours, attend evening meetings and/or perform weekend work, and the ability to travel.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities: Administer, develop, organize, coordinate, implement and supervise the operations and activities of an assigned program. Evaluate operations and activities of assigned program; implement improvements and modifications; collect and compile data and prepare various reports on operations and activities. Lead and manage budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; monitor and control expenditures; assure compliance with expenditure guidelines. Consult with faculty and administrators to assist in improved delivery of program services to students. Contact, coordinate and liaison with outside agencies and organizations related to the program. Represent the department at outside events and activities related to the program; serve on district and community boards and committees as needed. Plan, develop and oversee the work of technical and clerical staff involved in program support. Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed. Recruit, hire, orient, contract, and schedule contract employees and/or instructors. Locate funding sources and author grant applications; manage grant reporting requirements and projects funded through grants. Conduct needs assessments of target populations; develop program curriculum, workshops and training as appropriate. Develop and implement program marketing strategies; design and produce marketing materials. When assigned to Health Workforce Initiative, function as Deputy Sector Navigator (DSN) for bay area region. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other district employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust and respect. Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation and communication. Perform related duties as assigned.

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