Gavilan College

The ideal candidate understands the mission and purpose of the Tutoring and Writing Center and demonstrates a commitment to student-centered practices, effective cross campus collaboration, purposeful service to the community and culturally responsive practices.. The ideal Higher Aspirations Juvenile Justice Coordinator has lived experience is an empathic, compassionate, and equity-minded individual who understands the importance of creating educational opportunities for justice-involved individuals who have been historically underserved.. Experienced in working with diverse student populations, especially those impacted by the juvenile justice system, they have excellent communication, budgeting, and organizational skills.. Best practices in student services related to student engagement, retention, and success.. communications, counseling, ethnic studies, business management, or an area that would

program coordinator

Gavilan College Program Coordinator Department: Higher Aspirations/ Juvenile Justice Closing Date: Friday, May 31, 2024 Full-Time 12-month Position (1.0 FTE) 40 hours per week plus benefits Classified Salary Schedule, Track 17 (Currently: per hour $32.09 to $39.78) About Gavilan Located in the heart of California between San Jose and Monterey, Gavilan College’s main campus in Gilroy serves a diverse student population in a beautiful, park-like setting. In addition, we have campus centers located in Hollister, San Martin, and South San Jose, which offer students a variety of courses and programs. Our community recently voted to pass Measure X, a bond to renovate the main campus and build a full-service campus in Hollister. Gavilan is proud to meet the needs of our growing community, offering high-quality education in more than 70 transfer-related fields and over 30 industry-relevant career pathways; In 2023, we awarded over 1,200 Associate Degrees/career education certificates. Gavilan College, a Hispanic Serving Institution with a 60% Latinx student population, is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. We work to provide students with a rich and relevant learning experience that emphasizes student engagement in and out of the classroom, encouraging students of all ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds to realize their goals and become socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Gavilan College, you will become part of an innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice, requiring broad collaboration among faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners. Gavilan College fosters justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion through its Principles of Community. As a member of the Gavilan College community, you will join us in valuing the worth and dignity of every person, the pursuit of truth, devotion to excellence, and the principles of democratic citizenship. All Gavilan employees strive to maintain these ideals in an environment of inclusiveness and mutual respect. We live these shared Principles of Community and work collaboratively to serve as a model of an exemplary, student-centered community-serving college. Ideal Candidate Gavilan College is committed to recruiting individuals that embody our Principles of Community by: <ul><li> actively demonstrating a commitment to embracing and celebrating diversity;</li><li> committing to collaboration, effective communication and the development of strong working relationships;</li><li> promoting purposeful inclusion of all groups and the free exchange of ideas in a respectful, trusting</li><li> and considerate environment; and</li><li> demonstrating commitment to a college which prioritizes equity in resource allocation. </li></ul>The ideal candidate for this position is an equity-minded individual who understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices. Gavilan strives to attract candidates who view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility and who are able to reframe inequities as a problem of practice. The ideal candidate understands the mission and purpose of the Tutoring and Writing Center and demonstrates a commitment to student-centered practices, effective cross campus collaboration, purposeful service to the community and culturally responsive practices. The ideal Higher Aspirations Juvenile Justice Coordinator has lived experience is an empathic, compassionate, and equity-minded individual who understands the importance of creating educational opportunities for justice-involved individuals who have been historically underserved. They excel in student-centered approaches, cross-campus and community collaboration, and culturally responsive practices, with strong problem-solving skills to address barriers to education. Experienced in working with diverse student populations, especially those impacted by the juvenile justice system, they have excellent communication, budgeting, and organizational skills. Knowledgeable in justice and social services systems, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred. The Position Are you interested in creating an exceptional educational environment for students who are part of a dynamic, inclusive community? If you see yourself as a professional who empowers students of diverse backgrounds to reach their potential through innovative, structural change, we invite you to apply for the Program Coordinator position. At Gavilan College, we welcome your commitment to fostering a learning environment where resources are devoted to developing opportunities for students to break barriers and thrive as scholars and community members. Under general direction of assigned supervisor of record, the program Coordinator will be responsible for assigned program, project, or functional area. The program coordinator will provide a wide range of professional level support and services, including designing and developing program activities, coordinate day-to-day operations of program services, perform administrative duties in support of the assigned project, program, or functional area; and serve as a liaison between the program area and the general public, students, staff, and other campus and community groups. Distinguishing Characteristics This classification independently performs difficult and complex administrative, technical and office support work in coordinating multiple programs, working with a program director, dean or vice president. Responsibilities of this class include student and program advocacy, outreach and recruitment, and administrative functions such as budget projection, allocation and monitoring, maintaining and updating detailed records and financial accounts, and preparing periodic and special reports including those to the Chancellor's office. Assignments at this level require incumbents to exercise discretion and independent judgment within general program and College guidelines. Positions in this class may provide lead direction to others. Essential Duties: The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title. <ul><li> Coordinate and oversee the development and day-to-day operations of the assigned </li></ul>project, program, or functional area; ensure compliance with all aspects of program requirements including grant requirements. <ul><li> Plan, design, and implement program, project or functional area elements that support </li></ul>service delivery, goals and objectives of assigned program. <ul><li> Prepares and manages the program, grant, or project budget; monitors and approves </li></ul>expenditures; prepares grant and/or program fund applications and ensures compliance with requirements within the program area. <ul><li> Conduct outreach activities, verify eligibility for services, and assist in college </li></ul>matriculation. <ul><li> Coordinate access to basic needs (food, housing, transportation, health services) for </li></ul>students. <ul><li> Serve as a liaison with on-campus and off-campus agencies supporting students and </li></ul>coordinate activities with other staff, agencies, business partners, and the public. <ul><li> Participate in internal and external meetings with program network and partner agencies.</li><li> Promotes understanding and awareness of programs, needs and innovative services </li></ul>within assigned program. Creates and maintains publications promoting the assigned project or program area. <ul><li> Works collaboratively with college programs to implement effective retention and </li></ul>engagement efforts to support student success. <ul><li> Represents the College and program, project or functional area at local, regional, and </li></ul>statewide organizations and committees including required state, federal and District meetings, advisory groups, and committees. <ul><li> Maintain program records, process documents, and prepare reports on project status, </li></ul>progress, and changes. <ul><li> Provide training and work direction to student workers, ensuring compliance with </li></ul>policies and standards. <ul><li> Assists with applying for and administers grants and other funding sources; reports to </li></ul>various agencies regarding program activities; ensures program reporting and recordkeeping is performed in compliance with applicable guidelines. <ul><li> Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned. </li></ul>Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience equivalent to: Knowledge <ul><li> Advanced knowledge of assigned program, project or functional area, students, services, </li></ul>and activities. <ul><li> Principles and practices of program development, administration, and review.</li><li> Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, and regulations.</li><li> Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software </li></ul>applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. <ul><li> Best practices in student services related to student engagement, retention, and success.</li><li> Consensus building within a diverse educational environment. </li></ul>Skills And Abilities <ul><li> Communicate effectively with a variety of students and interact positively with </li></ul>diverse populations. <ul><li> Understand, interpret, and apply administrative and office policies and procedures as well as pertinent laws, regulations, and ordinances.</li><li> Provide specialized information and assistance to students, staff, and the general public.</li><li> Coordinate and participate in the management of assigned project, program, or</li><li> program area functions and services.</li><li> Assess student and community needs to develop appropriate service partnerships for </li></ul>assigned programs. <ul><li> Work reliably under minimal direction.</li><li> Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li><li> Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information.</li><li> Perform a full range of complex and responsible program support and difficult </li></ul>administrative duties involving independent judgment and personal initiative. <ul><li> Research, compile, assemble, analyze, and interpret data from various sources. </li></ul>Other Requirements Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Specified positions within this class may require certification of bilingual skills. Illustrative Education And Experience A typical way to obtain the above knowledge and skill is a combination of education and experience equivalent to: A typical way to obtain the above knowledge and skill is a combination of education and experience equivalent to: An Associate of Arts degree with major coursework in education, communications, counseling, ethnic studies, business management, or an area that would provide program-specific knowledge and skills; three years of experience in program administration in an educational setting. Bachelor’s degree desirable. Physical Characteristics: The physical abilities involved in the performance of essential duties are: Speech and hearing to communicate effectively in individual and group settings; manual dexterity to operate keyboards and manipulate papers; vision to read text, forms, and computer screens; mobility to travel to committee meetings and conferences off campus. Work is generally performed indoors in a typical office environment with frequent interruptions. The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Application Process To be considered for this excellent opportunity the following items are required to be received by the CCC Registry no later than 5:00pm on Friday, May 31, 2024 through the following CCC Registry website: www.cccregistry.org <ul><li> CCC Registry online application (all sections are required to be completed, Education, Employment History, Professional References, General Information, and Diversity Statement). Apply at www.cccregistry.org *</li><li> Cover letter detailing qualifications and experience*</li><li> Abbreviated Curriculum Vitae or Resume*</li><li> Diversity Statement (within CCC Registry application)</li><li>Denotes application materials that are required for full consideration. </li></ul>As an equal opportunity employer, we are required to compile summary data on applicants. We are requesting your assistance in providing the information on the personal and ethnicity section of your CCC Registry profile. The completion of the questionnaire is voluntary. The form will remain in the Human Resources department and will be kept confidential and separate from all hiring documents. It will not be forwarded to those making employment decisions. If you have questions related to the CCC Registry or technical aspects regarding submitting application materials on the CCC Registry website, please contact the CCC Registry directly at registry@yosemite.edu or call (800)245-4157. Please make sure to contact the CCC Registry at (800)245-4157 AFTER you have applied for this job to verbally confirm that your application materials were submitted correctly and that your application is included in this recruitment. If you have a verifiable disability and require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office at (408) 852-2823. Please be aware, the District does not reimburse for expenses related to the recruitment process. A typical way to obtain the above knowledge and skill is a combination of education and experience equivalent to: A typical way to obtain the above knowledge and skill is a combination of education and experience equivalent to: An Associate of Arts degree with major coursework in education, communications, counseling, ethnic studies, business management, or an area that would provide program-specific knowledge and skills; three years of experience in program administration in an educational setting. Bachelor’s degree desirable.

START NEW SEARCH