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California State University, Fullerton
  • Position Number: 3836937
  • Location: Fullerton, CA
  • Position Type: Student Affairs and Services


524068 - Director of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and First-Generation Student Initiatives (Administrator II)

Classificaiton: Administrator II
Department: Student Academic Services
Sub-Division: Student Retention
Salary Range: Classification Range $4,583 - $14,713 per month(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $7,300 - $7,500 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 at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 39,000 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 Californias revolving work force needs. At California State University, 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, Fullerton Arboretum, 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 a variety of career disciplines that share in 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 missions by promoting the development of the whole student - academically, intellectually, and socially. We strive to create an environment where all students have the opportunity to succeed. The department coordinates the services of a number of student programs, many of which give particular attention to the education needs of low income disadvantaged college students to ensure that they are able to successfully complete their college education. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as the Director of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) 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. Oversees comprehensive retention services resulting in increasing persistence and graduation rates of the EOP population. 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. Responsible for assisting in the creation of a CSUF First-Generation Student Center. Supervises the Assistant Director, EOP Counselors, and EOP Admissions staff. Develops, proposes, and manages the annual operating budget. The Director represents CSU Fullerton at the EOP Statewide Director meetings. Other duties as assigned.


Essential Qualifications:
A masters degree in a related field is required with a minimum of five years of progressively responsible student affairs experience in student retention and/or student success programs on a university campus. Experience in advising students individually and in groups, and in analysis and resolution of complex student services problems. Demonstrated experience in planning and implementing programs designed to retain and graduate students. Previous experience supervising staff and overseeing/leading the work of others. Working knowledge of student development and student activities programs and services designed for college level programs. Experience in enrollment management. Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate databases and records and ability to create reports. Knowledge of and experience working with diverse student, faculty, and staff populations. Ability to work well under pressure and meet timelines. Thorough knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior; general knowledge of individual counseling techniques. Strong communication (both written and oral), and interpersonal skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.


Preferred Qualifications:
A doctorate degree is preferred. Experience with data analysis and program impact assessment. Strong background in program operations and staff supervision. Preference for multiple years of experience in the Educational Opportunity Program. Experience working with first-generation student scholar programs or services.


Special Working Conditions:
Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator


Additional Information:
California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Universitys strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial "Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests" within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting act and is required to comply with the requirement set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant or a Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@fullerton.edu


Application Deadline: Feb 09, 2023 (9:00 PM)

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