Posting Details

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　　Closing Date: 02/20/2024

　　Open Until Filled No

　　Classification Title Special Projects Manager

　　Working Title Native American Student Support & Success Program (NASSSP) Director (Restricted)

　　Recruitment Limits

　　Location San Diego Miramar College

　　Pay Information

　　This is a restricted position. The position may continue, based upon renewal of funding

　　Range 2 ($8,209.38 – $13,372.21) per month based on the 2023 Management Salary Schedule (https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/HumanResources/employee%20relations/Salary%20Schedules/Management%20Salary%20Schedule%202023.pdf) .

　　Initial salary placement is commensurate with related experience and promotional rules. The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid: medical, dental, and vision plans; sick and vacation leave; and opportunities for professional development. Initial Salary Placement, Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the Management Employees Handbook (https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/HumanResources/employee%20relations/Collective%20Bargaining%20Agreements/2020%20-%202023%20Management%20Handbook.pdf) .

　　This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

　　Position Equivalent FTE:

　　1.0

　　No. Months: 12 Months

　　Position Number: 00120493

　　FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime)

　　Position Type Classified

　　Bargaining Unit Management

　　Range 2

　　Department Equity

　　The Position

　　Applications are currently being accepted for Special Projects Manager in the Equity Department, located at Miramar College. Hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and with some evenings and weekends. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department’s needs. This is a restricted position and may continue contingent upon grant funding.

　　San Diego Miramar College, a student-ready college, invites all qualified candidates to apply for the position of Special Projects Manager. Miramar College, a leader in providing student access and success, seeks candidates who are motivated by serving students in a college community and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion ( DEI ).

　　We are a fast‐growing and innovative college with a freshly adopted focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion as we move into a new era. Recently designated as an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution ( HSI ) the College is committed to helping students access higher education and achieve success inside and outside the classroom.

　　The College is located in the Mira Mesa/Scripps Ranch area of San Diego and is one of four colleges/centers in the San Diego Community College District. San Diego Miramar College stands on unratified treaty lands of the Kumeyaay Nation. Land Acknowledgement (https://sdmiramar.edu/services/lead/landacknowledgment)

　　Our student population (https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/Research/Rsrch%20Reports/Facts%20on%20FIle/Facts%20on%20File%202020-2021_Final,%20v2.pdf) of 14,193 [African American (5%), Native American (<1%), Asian (13%), Filipino (6%), Latina/o/e/x (31%), Multiple Ethnicities (7%), Pacific Islander (1%), White (35%), Unreported (2%)], is reflective of the diverse community we serve.

　　In addition to expertise in their field, San Diego Miramar College seeks applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to support our diverse student populations. Additionally, candidates should be able to demonstrate ways they will develop tools and resources to better serve historically marginalized and minoritized populations (https://sdmiramar.edu/services/leading-equity-anti-racism-and-diversity-lead) . We strongly encourage candidates who possess the experience for the position, and who are student-centered and continue to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ( DEI ) to best serve our student population.

　　Those who join our team at San Diego Miramar College can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that promotes broad collaboration among faculty, classified professionals, administration, students, and community and industry partners. We are proud of our commitment to create a socially just and responsive culture, host ethnically diverse speakers, and support various equity-focused professional development opportunities. Our college strives to ensure that students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder historically marginalized and minoritized students. In fact, the college’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is encapsulated by our newly adopted Strategic Goal #5:

　　Miramar College Strategic Goal #5

　　Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion ( DEI ) – Build an environment that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and social justice for the benefit of the college community.

　　Applicants can review Miramar College’s full strategic plan on Miramar College’s: https://sdmiramar.edu/sites/default/files/2021-07/San_Diego_Miramar_College_Fall_2020-Spring_2027_Strategic_Plan.pdf

　　EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

　　Working collaboratively with the Leading Equity, Anti-Racism and Diversity ( LEAD ) Office and the Native American Student Success Program Advisory Group to engage the campus in the development and implementation of the Native American Student Success and Support program.

　　Coordinate, facilitate, manage, organize and implement the grant by providing leadership in the cultivation of assurances of the grant program (peer mentorship; course-specific cohorts; counseling & wraparound services offering culturally responsive resources; faculty and staff professional development; core matriculation services, and tribal liaison).

　　Develop support services and programs for the Native American and Indigenous community on campus.

　　Ensure compliance with grant monitoring, expenditure, and reporting requirements.

　　Develop annual goals and objectives and develop plans and strategy to achieve grant outcomes; direct their implementation, monitor and manage progress and evaluate and assess results.

　　Plan, organize and conduct meetings, workshops and professional development related to the grant.

　　Work with local tribes and community leaders to evaluate current and future needs to support student success.

　　Assist in identifying and facilitating training and professional development related to culturally responsive practices to support Native American and Indigenous students and communities.

　　Assist with gathering and analyzing student success and equity data in connection with the grant objectives.

　　Attend state, local, regional meetings and workshops related to the grant.

　　Perform related duties as assigned.

　　Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

　　This is a restricted position and may continue contingent upon grant funding. The position may continue, based upon renewal of funding.

　　Classification Description

　　Click here (https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/humanresources/classification/descriptions/Management/Special%20Projects%20Manager.pdf) for description.

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　　Desired Qualifications

　　Knowledge:

　　Applicable sections of California Education Code.

　　Basic principles, operations, and processes in budget development, financial management, grant monitoring, expenditures, and reporting requirements.

　　District organization, operations, policies and objectives.

　　Oral and written communication skills.

　　Principles of leadership, work direction, training and supervision.

　　Skills and Abilities:

　　Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other faculty and staff in departments such as outreach, counseling, research, and instructional programs.

　　Demonstrated experience with implementation of student success and equity frameworks.

　　Demonstrated experience with equity-minded and culturally responsive teaching, learning, and services practices.

　　Demonstrated experience in preparing, evaluating, directing and completing action plans and completing reports for state reporting.

　　Demonstrated ability to resolve problems, plan contingencies, implement changes and show improvements.

　　Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.

　　Demonstrated experience with shared/participatory governance.

　　Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining professional community and industry partnerships.

　　Willingness to participate in a variety of departmental and campus activities.

　　Evidence of a commitment to supporting Native American and Indigenous students and communities.

　　Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

　　Training and Experience:

　　Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous students or Tribal communities.

　　BA degree OR

　　Two (2) to four (4) years related experience.

　　Education equates to experience at a two (2) to one (1) ratio.

　　Two (2) years of full-time work counts for one (1) year of education.

　　Preference shall be given to qualified candidates of Native American or Alaska Native heritage in a manner similar to preference provided in the federal Indian Preference Act of 1990. In addition, preference shall be given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with SNAHC policy. Applications claiming Indian Preference are encouraged to submit verification of Indian heritage certified by a tribe of affiliation or other acceptable documentation of Indian heritage.

　　Foreign Degree:

　　Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) (http://www.naces.org/members.html) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC .( ACEI ) (https://www.acei-global.org/evaluation-services/) . A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.

　　Commitment to Diversity:

　　All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

　　Special Instructions to Applicants:

　　San Diego Miramar College is piloting anonymous screening format as a means to minimize implicit bias in the screening of applications. The anonymous screening format of applications refers to the process of reviewing applications without revealing the personal information of the applicants, such as their name, gender, or other potentially biased details. This approach aims to eliminate unconscious biases, promoting fair and objective evaluation based solely on the experience of the applicants. By anonymizing applications, screening committees create a more inclusive and diverse hiring process.

　　To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed (extraneous material will not be reviewed). References to résumés or other uploaded documents within the online application will be considered an “incomplete” application; please enter “N/A” if any section does not apply.

　　Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History; AND ,

　　Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes;

　　Cover Letter;

　　Résumé;

　　Other (Refer to Posting for Instructions): Verification of Indian Heritage – (optional, attach to application if applicable);

　　Three (3) Professional References listed within application.

　　Undergraduate and Graduate Transcripts (Optional).

　　Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable).

　　Important: To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, please do not submit materials other than those requested (i.e., personal photo, articles you’ve written, etc). Please only upload requested documents using respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless specifically requested within this posting, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

　　Application materials sent via mail, fax, or e-mail will not be accepted.

　　Note that correspondence, including interview invitations, will be sent to you via email.

　　All inquiries, nominations and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

　　Preference shall be given to qualified candidates of American Indian or Alaskan Native Heritage. (Federal Indian Preference Act of 1990).

　　Applicants claiming Indian Preference are required to submit verification of Indian heritage certified by tribe of affiliation or other acceptable documentation of Indian heritage.

　　Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments)

　　Conditions of Employment:

　　SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT :

　　Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);

　　Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);

　　Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);

　　Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND ,

　　Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.

　　Employed on an initial contract of two (2) years that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent two-year period.

　　EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT

　　If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS (https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/retirees/working-after-retirement/reinstatement-from-retirement) or CalSTRS (http://www.calstrs.com/general-information/retirement-after-reinstatement-enhancements) website for further information.

　　Additional Information:

　　EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

　　SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.

　　Posting Number CL01600

　　Supplemental Questions