Director of Access Programs

Director of Access Programs (Ridgecrest)

Kern Community College District

Salary: $134,531.96 - $190,090.14 Annually

Job Type: Management - Educational Administrator

Job Number: FY25-2600345

Location: CC - Main Campus, Ridgecrest, CA

Department: Student Services

Basic Function

Under the direct supervision of the Vice President of Student Services, the Director of Access Programs is responsible for administrative direction and oversight for the operation and management of DSPS, EOPS/CARE/NextUp, CalWORKS and TANFF.

Representative Duties

• Supervise and coordinate operations for all assigned programs including department planning, personnel hiring and evaluation, and fiscal oversight for DSPS, EOPS/CARE/NextUp, CalWORKS and TANFF.
• Interpret, administer, and comply with District, state and/or federal policy regarding assigned programs.
• Interpret and administer College policy with respect to student-centered educational services.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate short and long-range strategies, goals, and objectives related to assigned programs.
• Review, assess, and evaluate assigned programs and services; recommend and implement approved plans and policies to facilitate and improve outcomes, operations and programs within areas of responsibility.
• Provide leadership in training and staff development opportunities for program staff, as well as requirements for DSPS training of other campus personnel.
• Develop, implement, and monitor the annual plans, yearly budgets, and budget expenditures.
• Act as liaison with District, State, and Federal governing bodies regarding assigned programs and practices.
• Market, train, and educate the college community and the general public on available program services and support.
• Develop and generate statistical data and district and statewide reports related to DSPS, EOPS/CARE/NextUp, CalWORKS and TANFF.
• Assess student needs and provide support services to respond to those needs.
• Assist in the design and assessment of institutional research focusing on student outcomes.
• Work closely with faculty chairs, student services directors and other appropriate staff in support of student success, equity and learning.
• Serve on college and district committees as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.