Program Management Specialist

Working Title: Program Management Specialist

Classification Title: EES II

Posting Details

Priority Application Deadline: Sunday, December 1st @ 11:55pm PST: (Posting will remain open until filled)

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Academic Programs, the Extended Education Specialist II (EES II) is responsible for leading the planning and development of content and format of educational offerings in an assigned program area to provide learning opportunities for professional updating, mid-career training, community service, faculty-led study abroad, post-traditional students and life-long learning. The EES II maintains relationships with academic departments to ensure consistent communication and the smooth delivery of currently running and newly developing programs. The EES II is responsible for working with both university departments and internal administrative units. The EES II implements programs with multiple delivery formats including face-to-face instruction, online learning or hybrid education. This includes work to plan courses, maintain programmatic budgets to ensure full cost recovery, researching feasibility and the launching of new programs.

FLSA: Exempt (not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,019 per month - $6,660 per month, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,019 per month - $8,585 per month

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Salary Grade/Range: 1

Recruitment Type: Temporary (Annually Renewable)

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Hours: Work hours are established within CCE's operating hours of Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Some evening and weekend hours may be required.

Department Information

The College of Continuing Education (CCE) extends the mission of the university by increasing access for non-traditional learners. With a primary expertise on serving adult learners, CCE provides programs and services to individuals and employers year-round, unbound by traditional semester schedules and formats. CCE serves a hybrid student body that extends beyond California, serving over 80,000 learners annually through in-person, hybrid and fully online workshops, courses, conferences, certificate and degree programs.

For more information, visit the Sacramento State, College of Continuing Education website at https://cce.csus.edu/about-cce

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of the procedures and practices in educational program and curriculum planning in education, and the processes required to plan and construct academic programs and course outlines.

Ability to determine needs for new or revised programs; plan hours and develop course outlines with instructors; locate instructors and to assist them in understanding and completing contract arrangements; develop budgets and analyze costs; develop and implement promotional strategies; represent the CSU system to the community and develop working relationships; and manage logistics of providing classes and to analyze cost information and statistics.

Experience:

Equivalent to three years of experience in planning classes and curriculum for higher or extended education programs and including developing resources, budgets, marketing plans and liaison with the community.

Education:

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university, preferably with courses in adult education and curriculum planning.

Required Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:
Experience with standard office software programs, databases, and internet research tools Experience developing strategic community and stakeholder relationships Experience in a supervisory or lead role Experience providing feedback to instructors or comparable position
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Knowledge of the procedures and practices in educational program and curriculum planning in education, and the processes required to plan and contract academic programs and course outlines Ability to determine needs for new or revised programs Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with and lead a diverse population of students, staff, and faculty. Ability to develop budgets and analyze costs Ability to communicate persuasively both verbally and in writing Analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to investigate and analyze problems with a broad administrative impact and implications; ability to anticipate problems and address them proactively Ability to independently initiate, plan, organize, prioritize, multitask, and coordinate work in a fast-paced organization with competing priorities and distractions.

OTHER
Ability to work evenings and weekends on occasion
Ability to pass a background check


Preferred Qualifications:

14. Experience working in continuing education

15. Experience working in an institution of higher education

16. Experience recruiting and hiring teachers and instructional staff

17. Working understanding of program assessment and evaluation of programs

18. Master’s degree in education, business, humanities, social sciences or related field

19. Knowledge of the resources of the campus and surrounding region served by Sacramento State

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and cover letter.

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success ; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity ; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion ; resource development and sustainability ; dedicated community engagement , and wellness and safety .

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html .

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html .

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request from the Office of Clery Compliance & Training by emailing clery@csus.edu .

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance & Training as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

Advertised: Nov 13 2024 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:

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