"Program Manager (Stem)"

Job Description

Program Manager (Stem)
Victor Valley College

Salary: $100,644.00 - $141,624.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time (Exempt)

Job Number: 2026-626 (GPMNGR)

Location: CA 92395, CA

Closing: 4/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 19, 2026
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS EXEMPT

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• District paid medical, dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents.
• District paid $100,000 life insurance policy for the employee.
• Classified Administrators participation in CalPERS Retirement System.
• 20 paid holidays; 22 vacation days

DEFINITION

Under general direction, provides leadership and oversight for the implementation and administration of programs, including grants and/or other projects; manages, coordinates, and provides leadership for the successful operations of state and federal programs; coordinates program services; works as a liaison with college departments, local school districts, community leaders, and agencies/organizations which provide resources to students; ensures compliance with all federal and state program requirements; and performs related duties, as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from assigned supervisory management personnel. Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, administrative support staff, and student workers.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is responsible for one or more programs related to ongoing District operations, initiatives, and services ensuring alignment with the attraction, retention, and academic success of students. Incumbents are responsible for designing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and modifying the program, including short- and long-term planning activities; preparing and implementing program budgets; supporting and analyzing programmatic practices and procedures; and developing and implementing recommendations for program operational or procedural improvements. Incumbents serve as a specialist, liaison, and advocate for the assigned program(s) requiring the use of initiative and resourcefulness, considerable independent judgment, and regular contact with program stakeholders.

Representative Duties

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

• Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the assigned program(s) and/or projects designed to contribute to student success, including but not limited to students who are disadvantaged in terms of language and social and economic hardships, or who have been/are in the foster care program.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the program; recommends within program policy, appropriate service levels and resources; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of the program budget; monitors program expenditures to ensure compliance with established laws and regulations, as well as funding agency requirements.
• Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of the assigned program, service delivery methods, and procedures; identifies opportunities for improvement and makes recommendations to management.
• Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees on performance issues; recommends discipline to management.
• Develops and implements annual program recruitment and publicity plans; conducts evaluation studies and prepares annual and progress reports to federal or state control agencies, as well as District administrators and community school site partners.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with school district officials, community leaders, various organizations, and public agencies to encourage participation, stimulate interest, and coordinate campus projects with assigned programs and activities.
• Initiates, oversees, and directs the collection and reporting of student data to measure and evaluate student success, including retention and persistence rates, passing rates, high school graduation rates, academic achievement scores, and college entrance information; develops and maintains student tracking systems to ensure compliance with program eligibility standards.
• Develops grant proposals that meet funding agency requirements and priorities, including writing the grant narrative and completing all required forms and documents; establishes and maintains contacts with funding agency personnel and potential grant partners.
• Works collaboratively to provide resources to meet student needs and remove barriers; develops and implements interventions for students struggling to succeed; assesses the need for other programs to bridge the gaps which impact students' ability to achieve academic success.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings and various committees and advisory groups to provide input on program operations and student needs; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the attraction, retention and success of students.
• Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect District or program operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required.
• Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports and business documents; advises, provides guidance, and prepares and delivers presentations on issues pertaining to program operations and goals.
• Works productively and cooperatively with others by demonstrating respect, patience and equitable treatment of all internal and external customers.
• Observes and complies with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, education, social services, or a closely related field.

Experience:

• Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in management of education support programs focused on retention and academic performance, of which two (2) years should be in programs or projects relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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