Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (Administrator I), Temporary
 Sonoma State University | |
paid holidays, sick time
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 United States, California, Rohnert Park | |
| 1801 East Cotati Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Oct 19, 2024 | |
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Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (Administrator I), Temporary Job No: 542942 Work Type: Management (MPP) Location: Sonoma Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled) Application Process This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Thursday, October 10, 2024. In your cover, please address your experience working with professional development, lifelong learning, and/or adult education programs; fundraising or donor development; and student or member recruitment efforts. Please include your interest in directing education programs for adults age 50 and over, and address how your experience would enable you to design effective academic programming for that audience. Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Job Summary Reporting to the Executive Director for Extended Education (Extended Ed), the Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (Director) provides strategic management and guidance for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), with a focus on membership growth, student recruitment, and operational sustainability. The Director plans, schedules, and coordinates logistics and delivery of OLLI courses and programs at Sonoma State University and outreach/satellite campuses and supervises staff and student personnel. The Director works in collaboration with the OLLI Advisory Board and its committees; independently directs program related activities involving staff, faculty and volunteers; solicits and coordinates multidisciplinary curriculum; and engages in outreach, marketing and development efforts. Key Qualifications This position requires a minimum of three years of experience in program administration including strategic planning and program development; developing resources, budgets, and marketing plans; and acting as a university liaison in various related settings, including three years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience. Bachelor's degree in a related field preferably with courses and programs in adult education and curriculum planning, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Demonstrated experience in program marketing and recruitment is required. General knowledge of the procedures and practices in higher not-for-credit education, and knowledge of the processes required to plan and construct not-for-credit academic programs and courses is preferred. Higher education experience and experience working with multiple-ages, especially populations 50 and older is highly preferred. Experience with fundraising and donor cultivation is also highly preferred. Intermediate proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)and Google Suite required. Knowledge of Augusoft's Lumens EMS, Slate CRM and PeopleSoft preferred. Salary and Benefits Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $3,938 to $6,667 a month.This position is a member of the Management Personnel Plan and serves at the pleasure of the President. This is a full time, temporary, exempt position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date. This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer. A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page. Supplemental Information Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community. The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all faculty, staff, administrators, and students who are accessing 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. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to continue to help us protect and maintain a healthy Seawolf Community. More information related to campus level requirements can be found here: https://risk.sonoma.edu/covid-compliance-and-monitoring-office. CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon 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. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position. Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas). Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. For questions related to the application process, please reach out to hr@sonoma.edu. The ADA Coordinator is also available (hraccommodations@sonoma.edu) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process. 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A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Residential Education and Campus Housing at housing@sonoma.edu. Application Close: Open Until Filled To apply, visit https://employment.sonoma.edu/en-us/job/542942/director-of-the-osher-lifelong-learning-institute-administrator-i-temporary jeid-e29348a056d54640b80980b3646aeeff | |