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

Assistant Director of TRiO Lake‑Mendocino Programs – Sonoma State University Are you passionate about education and community engagement? Join Sonoma State University to shape the future of our students as the Assistant Director of TRiO Lake‑Mendocino Programs. Responsibilities Create impact by developing and implementing dynamic, student‑centered programs with a focus on curriculum, teaching, and student services. Be a changemaker by overseeing program operations, managing budget, 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 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 in personnel supervision and evaluation, program development and evaluation, and fiscal management, with four years of progressively responsible and applicable management or supervisory experience. A bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. A master’s degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field is preferred, as is 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. Applicants 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 changes, handle multiple tasks and competing demands; clear communication skills; and proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Aeries, student information systems, and PeopleSoft. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred. This position requires successful completion of a live‑scan fingerprinting at the assigned school site and a TB test. Application Deadline This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit an application, cover letter, and resume by 8 a.m. on Friday, May 1st. Salary and Benefits Starting salary is anticipated to be in the range of $6,000 to $6,250 per month. This full‑time, fixed‑term position offers medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, CalPERS retirement, tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave, and 15 paid holidays. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer. A comprehensive benefits summary is available online. Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting Sonoma State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. This position may be a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. Employment Eligibility & Conditions Sonoma State University is a State of California employer. All employees must reside in California and cannot be hired for CSU‑related work outside California. A background check, including a criminal records check, must be satisfactorily completed. Applicants are required to disclose any final decision or determination of sexual harassment within the last seven years and may be required to sign a release form for background checks. Application Process & Accommodations For questions related to the application process, contact View email address on click.appcast.io. The ADA Coordinator (View email address on click.appcast.io) is available to assist individuals with disabilities during the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sonoma State University