College of the Siskiyous

Director, Student Support Programs

Job# 202200170

Salary: $95,326.00 - $132,771.00 Annually

Deadline: 11/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Complete job description and application available online at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/siskiyous/jobs/5523776/director-student-support-programs

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT A COVER LETTER, RESUME, AND TRANSCRIPTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Services, the Director of Special Programs oversees the daily operations of Disability Services (DSPS), EOPS, CARE, CalWORKs, and NextUp. The position focuses on maximizing student success through targeted support, interventions, and advisement. The Director is responsible for administration, supervision, evaluation, and coordination of assigned programs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, student eligibility, program instruction, orientation, peer mentoring, outreach, retention, and strategic planning.

College of the Siskiyous seeks applicants who possess the skills and qualities necessary to provide exceptional support to our diverse student body. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment that reflects the richness of our community. If you share our commitment to social and racial justice and are passionate about creating a more equitable educational experience, we encourage you to apply.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Essential responsibilities are designated by *.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of departments supervised. *

• Direct and evaluate special support programs to ensure compliance with state, federal and District standards. *

• Coordinate with District, divisions, and departments to communicate program information, support appropriate student accommodations, integrate Disability • Services into college instruction and services, and deliver on-campus workshops and guest lectures. *

• Have working knowledge of Title 5 and Program Guidelines. *

• Prepare and administer grant reports. *

• Facilitate communication about activities and deadlines. *

• Develop, as appropriate and following established procedures, classes that are appropriate for students in supervised programs. *

• Participate and collaborate on recruitment and retention for campus events and growth of programs supervised. *

• Work with Chancellor’s Office, County Office, and other agencies to strengthen programs and build relationships. *

• Ensure student eligibility and oversee allocation of program resources. *

• Verify disability for eligibility of Disability Services. *

• Lead advisory committees with appropriate community representation. *

• Facilitate the identification and development of other support services needs including new technology, programs, and specialized curriculum. *

• Provide strategic goals, performance metrics, and staffing recommendations. *

• Work campus-wide to support student needs and remove barriers to success. *

• Participate in professional meetings and community partnerships. *

• Address and resolve program-related concerns or complaints. *

• Oversee and submit all MIS and all required State reporting. *

• Supervise and evaluate staff performance. *

• Manage budgets for assigned programs. *

• Maintain and update required handbooks and catalog. *

• Lead and write program review for departments supervised. *

• Plan and lead advisory committee meetings. *

• Attend required meetings or training on and off campus. *

• Be involved with participatory governance committees. *

• Perform other related duties as assigned. *

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.

• The EOPS requires that the Director must meet the minimum qualifications for a student services administrator as specified in Section 53420 of this part or must possess a Community College Supervision Credential. In addition, the director must have, within the last four years, two years of experience or the equivalent:

in the management or administration of educational programs, community organizations, government programs, or private industry in which the applicant dealt predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages, OR

as a community college EOPS counselor or EOPS instructor or have comparable experience in working with disadvantaged clientele.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of six units of college-level course work predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by educational, language or social disadvantages.

• Knowledge and experience with Banner or other integrated software program.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to possess or demonstrate an ability to obtain a valid driver license if driving is required as an essential responsibility of the position.

• May be required to travel for various off-site meetings, trainings, conferences, workshops, and/or events in support of the overall objective of the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• State regulations governing Disability Services (DSPS), CalWORKS/EOPS/CARE/NextUp programs.

• Federal and state regulations for undocumented or mixed-status students.

• Student services strategies for retention and success.

• Learning theory and issues of cultural and cognitive diversity.

• Community agencies serving diverse and low-income populations.

• Planning, budgeting, and staffing.

• Supervision and training principles.

• Recruitment, retention, and orientation programs for underrepresented students.

Ability to:

• Train, supervise, and evaluate staff.

• Collaborate across campus departments.

• Organize programs promoting academic success.

• Maintain effective working relationships.

• Meet schedules and timelines.

• Work with multiple funders and reporting requirements.

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Conduct and facilitate meetings.

College of the Siskiyous is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the District is to encourage applications from ethnic and racial minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and Vietnam-era veterans. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status as a Vietnam-era veteran, ancestry, or political or organizational affiliation.

College of the Siskiyous is accredited by the Accrediting commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.