Washington State University (WSU) seeks a Director of College Access Programs. As the Director, you will lead multiple initiatives that provide fundamental support for low-income and first-generation high school students in their preparation for and ultimate success in higher education. You will be responsible for the management and leadership of programs within the Office of Academic Engagement (OAE) at WSU. OAE develops and leads undergraduate student success initiatives, enabling achievement and engagement in the highly impactful academic experiences of WSU. You will have primary responsibility for planning, organizing, resourcing, and managing programs, services, and assessment. Other duties include:
Supervision, management, and assessment of professional, faculty, graduate and undergraduate staff.
Representing the programs and department on internal and external committees.
Helping lead and develop the department.
Carrying out the mission and strategic plan through effective and efficient operations and the development of opportunities.
Individuals who are first-generation college graduates and/or from low-income backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
OAE offers a hybrid model (some remote days and some in-office days) for professional employees, depending on job responsibilities, employee experience, and department needs. We recognize the benefits of flexible working arrangements, as well as engaging with our students and colleagues in person. Please note that we are located on the Pullman campus, and this position requires in-office collaboration several days a week. The requirements of this position cannot be accomplished with a fully remote schedule.
Required Qualifications
Positions require a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, including at least one (1) year of managerial experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience. Education and experience can be tailored to the specific organizational entity/directorial assignment. Positions may require an applicable license and/or certification.
Demonstrated organizational diversity knowledge and a strong understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Proven ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, families, and other constituents from different backgrounds.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated computer software skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office programs, such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access.
Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a relevant field.
Experience in higher education.
Experience in strategic planning, formulation, design, implementation, and tracking.
Experience creating/auditing administrative procedures and internal controls
Area/College
Additional Information:
Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President
Department Name
Office of Academic Engagement
City, State, Zip
Pullman, WA 99164
Department Link
provost.wsu.edu/oae
Monthly Salary
$5,485.73 - $6,944 | In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For additional information, please review WSU’s Administrative Professional Compensation.
Benefits
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation
Overtime Eligibility
Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement.
Fte
100%
Permanent/Temporary/Project
This is a temporary position.
Temporary End Date
This is identified as a temporary position, ending on August 31, 2025, due to the nature of the grant funding. However, grants supporting College Access Programs have been established since 2017.
Posting Close Date
Applicants must submit their completed application by Monday, July 29, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Application Instructions
Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
External candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/CV” section of your application.
Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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