Job description

Position Category: Staff (Exempt)
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.0
Location: Thousand Oaks

University Background:
The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each persons dignity.

Basic Function:
Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Student Success, the VITAL Program Director provides leadership and project management to VITAL (Vocational Identity, Talent, and Academic Learning), which is a five-year grant funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Title V - Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions Program. The Program Director spearheads the development and execution of the project in order to carry out key goals related to improving the retention and graduation rates of Hispanic and low-income students and improving the university's fiscal stability.

Representative Duties:
Provide leadership, management and administrative direction for the VITAL project including program oversight and compliance. E
Implement professional development for faculty on topics related to culturally inclusive and responsive mentoring practices focused on students vocational discernment and career guidance. E
Assess and strengthen internships by building relationships with employers in the region. E
Design a Focus mentoring program for new Hispanic and low-income students to feel a sense of belonging. E
Provide culturally inclusive training to supervisors of student workers on campus to ensure students receive meaningful work experiences. E
Conduct training for Peer Advisors on topics such as culturally relevant and inclusive practices, academic mindset development, health and wellness, financial literacy, time management, socio-emotional wellness, etc. E
Collaborate with Digital Learning in the Center for Teaching and Learning to implement the redesign of courses for online instruction. E
Implement in conjunction with the Financial Aid Office a financial literacy program to support Hispanic and low-income students. E
Ensure the establishment of an endowment to support University-sponsored Employment. E
Develop and implement an evaluation program that tracks program goals and objectives. E
Manage the VITAL grant budget; prepare annual budgets; track expenditure; authorize expenditure of funds ensuring the appropriate utilization of funds. E
Work with the Business Office on account reconciliation, budget modifications; collaborate with other offices to ensure proper disbursements of stipends, consultant payments, and participation certificates. E
Prepare semi-annual and annual program and financial reports; prepare all grant fiscal and progress reports as required. E
Work with University Marketing and Website teams to produce information materials in print and online. E
Keep updated records and create reports or proposals. E
Maintain the confidentiality of student records and other information according to FERPA regulations. E
Represent Cal Lutheran and the projects at conferences and events. E
Interpret and ensure compliance with University policies, the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), the Government Performance and Results Act (GERPA), and the General Educational Provisions Act (GEPA). E

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of:
Grant management and leadership
Event planning and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Barriers to academic achievement unique to low-income, first generation, andminority student populations and strategies to overcome such barriers
Personnel management
Problem solving techniques
Program development, management, and evaluation
Outreach and recruitment of faculty
Report and Budget preparation and management
Issues surrounding socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, religious, ability, and ethnic diversity both nationally and internationally University academicpolicies Cal Lutheran graduation requirements; Admission requirements for graduate school
Basic research methods and writing techniques.
Basic concepts and principles of research design
University mission, goals, and objectives.
Oral and written communication skills; Public speaking techniques. Reconciliation processes and conflict resolution.
Computer skills in Word, Power point, Excel, database systems, and internetsearches
U.S Department of Education Federal Regulations as it relates to Title V

Ability To:
Direct and manage a grant
Manage Program budgets.
Analyze, interpret, and report data
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Organize and schedule work
Work independently and implement grant objectives
Maintain accurate budget records and fiscal management
Prepare clear and concise reports
Maintain sensitivity to an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds in a university
Work collaboratively with others to foster university-wide partnerships
Plan program activities for the project
Develop and deliver oral presentations
Operate a computer and other office equipment
Supervise, train evaluate, and direct the work of others
Interpret U.S Department of Education Federal Regulations

Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination equivalent to: A masters degree in Higher EducationAdministration/College Student Personnel or a related discipline and four years of experience in research, instructional management and/or project management, with proficiency in grant management and experience supporting a diverse population of students.

Preferred Qualifications:
Maintaining accurate budget records and fiscal management; demonstrated experience in college advising and mentoring programs; strong oral and written communication skills; and event planning and organizational skills.

Licenses and Other Requirements:
None

Physical Abilities:
Working Environment:
Office environment; constant interruptions and distractions

Posting Number: Staff002202022
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 05/08/2023

Position End Date:
Open Date: 03/06/2023
Close Date: 4/17/2023
Open Until Filled: No

Application Procedure/Special Instructions:
To apply, visit https://careers.callutheran.edu/postings/10584

California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and Universitys policies, procedures, and processes.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.

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