Director, Student Support Programs

CLOSING DATE NOVEMBER 13, 2026
ESTIMATED STARTING SALARY
$7,944 - $8,871 MONTHLY
$95,326 - $106,457 ANNUALLY
FULL SALARY RANGE IS LISTED ABOVE
12 MONTHS / 40 HOURS PER WEEK

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.

Other Details

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, and COGNITIVE DEMANDS

The physical, mental, and cognitive demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class.

Physical Demands While performing the duties of this classification, employees are regularly required to sit or stand for extended periods of time; communicate in person and through the use of technology; operate personal computers and other standard office equipment.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, ability to distinguish basic shapes, shades, and colors, and the ability to adjust focus.

Employees are frequently required to relocate to various areas of campus and to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Mental/Cognitive Demands

While performing the duties of this classification, incumbents are regularly required to use communication skills; read and interpret data information and documents; use math and mathematical reasoning; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information and skills; perform highly detailed work under changing intensive deadlines on multiple, concurrent tasks; and interact with District administration, management, staff, students, vendors, the public, elected officials, and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be dissatisfied or disruptive.

Work Environment

The work environment described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this classification. Incumbents in this classification may encounter frequent interruptions by college personnel, students, and the public.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (*) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an (*) on the job description.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT College of the Siskiyous (Siskiyous) acknowledges and condemns the history of colonization of the Indigenous Tribes who originally inhabited the land on which our institution stands. We acknowledge their continued existence and wisdom regarding this place and area. It is our mission and vision to foster a community that is inclusive, responsive and supportive of all of its members equitably. It is important for our students and staff to understand the history of our area, acknowledge the past, collaborate with our communities, and facilitate course work which empowers our students with the tools to lead with respect. All members of the College community are responsible for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which differences are embraced, sharing is encouraged, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. We will continually assess our progress to ensure that diversity initiatives disrupt and eliminate harmful policies within our college community. Siskiyous welcomes and embraces students and employees from all backgrounds including ,but not limited to: ability or disability, age, ancestry, body type or size, citizenship or immigration status, economic status, educational status, employment status, ethnicity, food or housing insecurity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, incarceration experience, language, marital or partner status, military or veteran status, national origin, neuro-diversity, physical or mental health status, political affiliation, race or racial identity, religion, reproductive status, sex, and/or sexual orientation. The College strives to ensure that its diversity initiatives are anti-racist and inclusive. Our ultimate goal is to eliminate oppressive policies within our College community.

SELECTION PROCESS After the preliminary screening, selected candidates will be invited to the campus for an initial interview with the Search Committee. Video conference interviews (in lieu of an in-person initial interview) will be offered. Candidates to be interviewed will be selected from applicants who most closely meet the minimum and desired qualifications. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. The Search Committee will recommend finalists to the Superintendent/President for a final interview. The District reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay indefinitely filling of the position if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool or if funding is not available.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Employees must satisfy all the pre-employment requirements prior to appointment that include, but are not limited to, tuberculosis clearance (EC 87408.6), fingerprint processing, and verification of their legal right to work in the United States. A pre-employment physical examination may be required. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application or interview process must notify the Human Resources Office in advance. 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.

The District offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage to full time employees and qualified dependents. In addition, the District provides vacation, sick leave and paid holidays. The employee participates in CalPERS through District and employee contributions.