Director, Educational Opportunity Program and First-Generation Student Initiatives

Job Title

Director, Educational Opportunity Program and First-Generation Student Initiatives

Classification

Administrator II

AutoReqId

551860

Department

Student Academic Services

Division

Vice President, Student Affairs Office

Salary Range

Classification Range $5,053 - $16,221 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $7,800 - $9,200 per month)

Appointment Type

At-Will

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

The Student Academic Services Unit provides activities and services which actively support California State University, Fullerton's mission by promoting the development of the whole student - academically, intellectually, and socially. We strive to create an environment where all students can succeed. The department coordinates the services of several student programs, many of which give particular attention to the education needs of low-income disadvantaged college students to ensure that they can successfully complete their college education. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Director, Educational Opportunity Program and First-Generation Student Initiatives (Administrator II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the general supervision and direction of the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, Identity and Belonging, the Director of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and First-Generation Student Initiatives is responsible for the overall administration, management, and professional leadership of EOP and First-Generation Student Initiatives. Oversee comprehensive retention services resulting in increasing persistence and graduation rates of the EOP population. The Director supervises staff responsible for coordinating department programs such as First-Generation Student Programming, Summer Bridge, the EOP Learning Community, Transfer Student Experience Programs, the Peer Mentor Program, community building events, and the Annual Recognition Banquet. Responsible for directing the EOP enrollment management process including recruitment, selection, analyzing yield, and admission of first-year freshman and transfer students to the EOP program. Assist in the creation of a CSUF First-Generation Student Center. Supervise the Assistant Director, counselors, administrative support coordinators, EOP admissions staff, peer mentors, and student staff. The Director develops, proposes, and manages the annual operating budget. The Director represents CSUF at the EOP Statewide Director meetings. Other duties as assigned.

Inclusive Leadership Statement

Inclusive Leadership Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable:

• What does inclusive leadership mean to you.

• A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective.

• A description of how iss