Program Manager - College Corps Program

Program Manager - College Corps Program Compton, CA Job Details $5,111.94 - $7,193.06 a month 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Flexible spending account Pension plan Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Resource allocation Statistics Record keeping Computer operation Community engagement Managerial strategic planning Strategic management Internal controls Report writing Operations management Phone communication Customer service Word processing Basic math Regulatory compliance Filing Process improvement Collaborating with government agencies English Bachelor's degree in social science Research Improving operational efficiency Financial analysis 3 years Compliance management implementation Administrative experience Social Sciences Public Administration Hiring Driver's License Supervising experience Policy & process development Project management Bachelor's degree Team management Driving Task prioritization Decision making Financial control management Data interpretation Contracts Personnel management in education Bachelor's degree in public administration Purchasing Bachelor's degree in education Business Administration Budget management in education Productivity software Data collection Contract negotiation Practicing budget management in an educational setting Senior level Business Grammar Experience Staffing management Stakeholder relationship building Overseeing training Educational program management Staff development Performance evaluation

Full Job Description Job Detail Job Title:

Program Manager -

College Corps Program Req:

C2025-074

Location:

Compton College Division Adult Education and Workforce Development Position Type:

Classified Staff Salary Min/Max:

$5111.94 - $7193.06 per month

Posting Close Date:

04/16/2026

Job Description:

DEFINITION

Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and participates in performing the full range of professional, technical, and administrative support related to the activities of an assigned program providing essential resources and services to students; assumes responsibility for day-to-day operational management of all activities and functions in a designated program area, including developing, implementing, and evaluating program policies, procedures, and standards; determines program service levels and enhancements; develops and monitors program budgets; provides technical advice and/or supervision to staff, other departments, the public and other agencies; ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations and guidelines governing the assigned program(s); and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives administrative direction from assigned management and/or supervisory staff. Exercises general and direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This classification organizes and oversees all day-to-day administrative and operational activities of the assigned program(s). Responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibility. The incumbent is responsible for providing professional-level support to the assigned Dean in a variety of areas related to the assigned program. Successful performance of the work requires an extensive professional background, as well as, skill in coordinating programmatic work with that of other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and the public. This class is distinguished from Dean in that the latter has overall responsibility for overseeing all functional areas and programs of an assigned department, including developing, implementing, and interpreting public policy.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards where applicable for the assigned program; interprets and complies with all applicable federal and state regulations. Monitors and directs or performs day-to-day operations of the assigned program to ensure that policies and procedures are being followed, that goals and objectives are met, and that services and projects are being accomplished efficiently and effectively; takes corrective action as necessary and, where subordinates are present, may relieve them of the most difficult, sensitive, or controversial issues, activities, and projects within the program. Develops and monitors the program's budget; oversees financial well-being of the program by analyzing cost effectiveness and exercising cost controls; prepares, submits, and justifies budget enhancement requests to the Dean. Plans, organizes, administers, reviews, and evaluates the work of subordinate professional, technical, support, and operational staff. Provides for the selection, training, professional development, and work evaluation of subordinate staff and makes recommendations on hiring, termination, promotion and discipline as required. Speaks to high school assemblies, community organizations, college fairs, adult schools, and at special events regarding categorically funded programs and services offered. Establishes and maintains relationships with community leaders, various organizations, and public agencies to encourage participation, stimulate interest, and coordinate campus projects with assigned programs and activities. Monitors and stays abreast of technological, legal, and operational changes that affect the activities and work processes of the program; makes recommendations for and develops and carries out improvements to the program to meet changing mission parameters and requirements. Confers with and represents the program and the department in meetings with other District departments and divisions; serves as the District representative with a variety of public, business, and community groups and organizations; fosters collaborative working relationships to the benefit of the program and the department. Prioritizes and allocates available program resources; reviews and evaluates program and service delivery, makes recommendation for and executes changes in operations to ensure maximum effective service provision; assists in developing new program function elements, including researching, compiling, and analyzing supporting data. Performs complex administrative duties requiring oversight, attention to detail, and analysis; performs strategic planning and financial analysis, including assisting in preparation of specialized program and project budgets to include staffing and operational needs. May provide staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces. Develops systems and maintains records that provide for the proper evaluation, control, and documentation of assigned activities; prepares a variety of written correspondence, reports, procedures, directives and other materials. Performs related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation. Principles and practices of budget development and contract administration. Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review, and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures. Organization and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs. Principles and practices of comprehensive purchasing, training, and professional development, program development, implementation, and management. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, contract negotiations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. Educational, cultural, age-specific, and social needs of the community. Business letter writing and the standard format for reports and correspondence. Principles and practices of data collection and report preparation. Business mathematics and basic statistical techniques. Recordkeeping principles and procedures. Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, students, and District staff, including individuals of various ages, various socio-economic and ethnic groups.

Ability to:

Develop, implement, and evaluate goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the assigned program areas. Plan, organize, assign, review, and evaluate the work of staff; train staff in work procedures. Effectively administer a variety of programs and administrative activities related to the assigned program(s). Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations governing assigned program(s). Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods. Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present technical information and data in an effective manner. Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Effectively represent the division in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Make accurate mathematical, financial, and statistical computations. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social science, education, public or business administration, or a related field, and three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience related to the duties of the assigned program, including some supervisory experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various District and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

May be required to be on-call and to work various shifts or emergencies on evenings, weekends, and holidays.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS/CLEARANCES

Criminal Justice Fingerprints. Tuberculosis screening. District pre-placement drug testing at District expense.

WHAT WE OFFER 100

% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account $50,000 life insurance benefit Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans) Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS) Abundant Professional Growth & Development Opportunities 22 paid holidays + Paid vacation Cumulative sick leave Summer schedule (exceptions apply) Receive Longevity Pay for years of continuous service: Employee Assistance Program Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion Progressive and innovative culture

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applicants must submit the following documents by the closing date: Online application: Compton Community College District - Administration - Human Resources Cover letter. (Letter of introduction highlighting your education and experience.) Resume. Pertinent transcripts (only in pdf format) as stated in the job qualifications. (Unofficial computer-generated academic records/transcripts must include the name of the institution and degrees awarded to be acceptable.) Multiple-page transcripts must be loaded as one PDF document.

Foreign Transcripts:

Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. For information on transcript evaluation services, please visit: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf.

Please Note:

Documents uploaded for a previous position cannot be reused for other positions. You must submit the required documents for each position you apply for by the closing date. Failure to do so will result in an in. Applications with an incomplete status will not receive consideration. You may check the status of your application online.

ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE AT

Compton Community College District - Administration - Human Resources

ICT AND INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ACCESSIBILITY STANDARD STATEMENT

CCCD is committed to ensuring equal access to instructional materials and information and Communications technology (ICT) for all, particularly for individuals with disabilities, in a timely manner. In accordance with the California Government Code 7405, Government Code §11135, Government Code §11546.7, and best practices, CCCD will comply with the accessibility requirements of Section 508 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Any individual with a disability, who requires reasonable accommodation, may request assistance by contacting the Human Resources Office at (310) 900-1600 extension 2400, or completing form PC1105, a minimum of five (5) working days prior to closing date for this position.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Applicants who meet the basic qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to the college at their own expense. During the campus visit, each applicant will be tested and/or interviewed. The selection procedure will consist of an Examination and Qualification Appraisal Interview (worth 100%). The Examination will be evaluated as part of the Interview. Examinations may consist of a written or performance test, an evaluation of training and experience, an oral examination or interview, or other tests determined by the Personnel Commission.

EMAIL COMMUNICATION

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

To be considered in the initial committee review, all materials requested in this vacancy notice must be received no later than the filing deadline. Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate materials for each position. The District does not return materials submitted an application for a position.

SUBMISSION OF THESE MATERIALS IS THE APPLICANT'S RESPONSIBILITY.

During the interview, consideration will be given to factors in addition to education and experience, including but not limited to professional development, ability to work with others, and commitment to meet student needs. The District reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interview. Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by letter or email. Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Special Trustee has acted upon the District's recommendation for employment. The District reserves the right to extend the deadline, re-advertise the position, or to delay indefinitely filling this position if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool. Staffing of this position is contingent upon the availability of funding.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

To be included in the initial screening, application materials must be received no later than 3:00 p.m. on the closing date.

Additional Links:

Sample Testing Materials - CODESP