Si Se Puede Program Supervisor

Position Details
Position Information
Opportunity Type
SUPERVISOR EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Position Title
SI SE PUEDE PROGRAM SUPERVISOR
Posting Number
S2398
Close/First Review Date
01/28/2024
Department
Student Affairs
Work Location
San Jose City College
Position Status
Full Time
Salary Range
$93,181 - $119,310 Annual Salary (Range S115: Supervisor 2023-2024 Salary Schedule). Starting salary placement is generally at Step 1.
Benefits Summary
Excellent fringe benefit package includes District paid medical, dental, vision, EAP (employee assistance plan) and life insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and income protection. Voluntary plans include supplemental life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Accounts. Supervisor positions also include 22 vacation days, 20 holidays, 12 sick leave days and 6 administrative leave days per year.
Position Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Si Se Puede Program Supervisor reports to the Dean of Academic Success and Student Equity at San Jose City College. This is a full time, 12 months per year, classified supervisor position.
POSITION PURPOSE
Reporting to the Dean of Academic Success & Student Equity or assigned administrator, the Supervisor of the Si Se Puede Program coordinates, organizes, supervises and implements the Si Se Puede grant in order to promote student retention, persistence and success. The purpose of the grant-funded position is to build and expand the college's capacity to serve Latinx, low income, and first-generation students.
NATURE and SCOPE
The Supervisor of the Si Se Puede Program is responsible for developing, managing and implementing the Si Se Puede grant funded program, which is designed to assist low-income, first generation, and disadvantaged students in reaching their educational goals. The Supervisor performs a variety of tasks relative to the grant project including grant reports, activities, proposals, program and budget management, first-year experience (FYE) management, and provides direction and leadership to ensure compliance with District policies and applicable state and federal regulations related to the grant services and responsibilities.
KEY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Coordinate and oversee the Si Se Puede program and its day-to-day activities, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, guidelines and policies.
2. Develop and implement culturally competent methods and strategies to serve underrepresented students and ensure a student-centered inclusive environment. Assure equal access to program services for all eligible students.
3. Develop, implement and manage the program budget, carrying out expenditure of project funds according to fiscal guidelines.
4. Prepare grant-funded proposals and monitors outcomes for grant awards. Develop and submit program objectives, plan of operations, and project budgets along with grant proposals.
5. Monitor program compliance with Title V grant and other regulations.
6. Act as liaison between the college and K-12 educational institutions to recruit eligible students into the SI Se Puede program.
7. Inform students of program guidelines and policies, monitor enrollment and registration; respond to and resolve conflict.
8. Design, implement, and maintain systems for the timely and accurate recording and reporting of program information and grant objectives.
9. Maintain records and develop reports concerning the program and its effectiveness within the campus community and beyond. Research and compile demographic and statistical data related to program participants, city, county and general student populations.
10. Collaborate with campus constituencies to coordinate the development and delivery of Dual Enrollment Courses, Path to Math & Career and Life Planning Summer Bridges, FYE, and Honors & Guided Pathway courses.
11. Collaborate with campus constituencies to coordinate the development and delivery of mental wellness sessions w/FYE, academic and professional mentoring workshops.
12. Participate and promote evidence-based professional learning experiences for students and employees.
13. Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and participate in selecting employees; train, counsel, and discipline personnel according to established policies and procedures.
14. Perform other related duties as assigned.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
1. Principles and practices of community college administration.
2. Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations
3. Principles and practices of program development and implementation.
4. Grant proposal writing and submission procedures.
5. Community demographics including the needs of low-income and disadvantaged students, age appropriate career development, and community resources.
6. Culturally responsive, research-based pedagogical and student service strategies to enhance student learning and improve student retention.
7. Retention strategies to serve first-generation low-income students.
8. Working knowledge of teaching, mentoring, and tutoring techniques.
9. Basic operation, services and activities of a retention program.
10. Supervision and evaluations of technical and clerical personnel.
11. Modern office practices and use of office equipment, including computers and software programs.
Skills and Abilities to:
1. Collaborate with administrators and other members of the campus community in preparing schedules for program course and support services.
2. Supervise, organize, train and evaluate the work of technical and clerical personnel.
3. Recommend and implement goals and objectives of the assigned program.
4. Interpret and explain District policies and procedures.
5. Operate office equipment using a variety of software programs.
6. Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
7. Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
2. Three years of relevant experience in an academic and/or career-advising role, including supervisory or related leadership experience.
3. Experience working with students from economically and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds.
District's Diversity Requirements

• Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.
• Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District's hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

Desired Qualifications
1. Bilingual abilities, desirable.
Foreign Degree
For positions that require a degree or coursework:
Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.
All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application.
Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.
Working Environment
1. Typical office environment.
About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District
The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.
As of Fall 2022, with enrollment of approximately 14,400 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Hispanic/Latino 48%, Black/African-American 4%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31%, American Indian/Native American 0.3%, White/Caucasian 9%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% - Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the District's emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.
The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse group of managers, supervisors and confidential staff consisting of 30% Hispanic/Latino, 24% Asian/Pacific Islander, 9% Black/African American, 18% White/Caucasian, and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.
Important Information
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
San José-Evergreen Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.
CONTACT:
Employment Services,
Human Resources, SJECCD
40 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: (408) 270-6414
Email: hremploymentservices@sjeccd.edu
Employment Website: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com
District Website: www.sjeccd.edu
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Interested applicants MUST SUBMIT ONLINE ALL of the following materials by the First Review Date/Closing Date as listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the First Review Date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request.
1. A completed online San José-Evergreen Community College District APPLICATION.
2. A COVER LETTER (Stating how you feel you meet the qualifications as outline in the job announcement).
3. A current RESUME/CURRICULUM VITAE
4. TRANSCRIPT - (If Required) If a degree is listed as a requirement, transcripts (Not Diplomas) MUST INCLUDE confer or award date of stated degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted; however if the position is offered, official transcripts will be required prior to employment. If the transcripts or degrees are from outside of the United States, an official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service (course by course of the transcripts) MUST also be submitted. (See below for a list of suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees).
Note: Some positions may require additional documents and/or certificates, in addition to the items listed above. Please refer to the job announcement.
OTHER APPLICANT INFORMATION:
1. Only complete application materials will be considered. No exceptions.
2. Letters of Recommendation are NOT required and will not be forwarded to the hiring committee.
3. Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States.
4. Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.
5. Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.
6. Meeting the minimum qualifications does NOT assure an interview.
7. The District may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position.
Suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees:
Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, Inc.
Website: http://www.acei-global.org/
Education Records Evaluation Services
Website: www.eres.com
International Education Research Foundation
Website: http://www.ierf.org/
World Education Services
Website: www.wes.org