Director, Student Equity and Success

Classification Title: Director, Student Equity and Success

Job Title: Director, Student Equity and Success

Position Number: CCM957

Location: Cypress College

Department: CC Counseling & Student Development

Percentage of Employment : 100%

Months of Employment : 12 Months Per Year

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (some evenings and weekends may be required)

About Us

Do you strive to make a difference in higher education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity to be a part of our students’ educational success and lifelong learning? If so, we invite you to join North Orange County Community College District. The District is renowned as one of the best two‑year college districts in California.

Located approximately 40 miles southeast of Los Angeles, the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) serves approximately 60,000 students annually at three institutions: Cypress College, Fullerton College, and North Orange Continuing Education.

Students can shape their futures in programs leading to associate degrees, a baccalaureate degree, career education certificates, and transfer opportunities. Life‑long learning is also possible in continuing education programs that range from high school completion and basic skills mastery through an array of career education training and self‑developed courses.

The district’s service area includes 18 cities and communities and 16 school districts. The NOCCCD campuses serve an area of over one million diverse people. Student population demographics are: Latinx 47.2%; Asian 17.9%; White 16.5%; African American 2.6%; Multi‑Ethnicity 2.6%; Pacific Islander 0.3%; American Indian/Alaskan Native 0.2%.

The district is part of a regional higher education community that includes the California State University campuses at Fullerton and Long Beach, the University of California Irvine, and the Chapman University system.

The ideal candidate will share Cypress College’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Cypress College student body is incredibly diverse, with over 46% Latinx, 24% Asian/Pacific Islander, 16% Caucasian, 4% African American, and 0.18% American Indian/Alaskan Native. Students from over 30 countries join our International Student program every year.

Cypress College believes in creating an inclusive and multicultural learning experience where faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds can contribute to the development of our students.

Cypress College is ranked 3rd in the nation (among community colleges between 5,000 and 15,000 students) for the quality of faculty/teaching and 1st in California (out of 114) in the 2018 and 2020 Best Community Colleges report by Niche.com.

Cypress College epitomizes an environment of academic excellence, underscored by our 53% completion rate, a full 7% higher than the state average. Whether it is vocational studies such as our T‑TEN program, a collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation which is ranked #1 in the nation, or academic programs, such as English and ESL, where the success rate of our students is 15% higher than statewide averages, Cypress College sets the benchmark for excellence.

Cypress College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was awarded a DHSI Title V grant in 2019, as well as named an Equity Champion for our support for Latinx transfer in 2021 and 2022. The college is also eligible for designation as an Asian American, Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI).

Cypress College is proud of its many programs that serve our diverse student body, such as the Legacy and Puente programs. The College provides many avenues of support for our faculty and staff through networks that include the Latino, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and LGBTQ Faculty Staff Associations.

College employees are guided by the five core values of Excellence, Integrity, Collegiality and Inclusiveness, centered in Equity.

We are a Guided Pathways institution, and our comprehensive Student Services programs support and enhance strategic goals related to access, retention and persistence initiatives on campus.

In partnership with instructional faculty, our student services staff and faculty strive to implement innovative strategies to ensure all students succeed and experience a culturally relevant environment on campus.

Cypress College is an equity‑minded institution, committed to ensuring all students are supported on their academic journey. We invite you to be a part of this celebrated and diverse community of learners where we put students first.

What We Offer

• 100% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage (up to $11,359.32 for one dependent or $18,174.84 for two or more dependents annually)
• Fringe allowance to be used at employee’s discretion ($2,646.10 annually)
• Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account
• $50,000 life insurance benefit
• Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans)
• Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS)
• Abundant Professional Growth & Development opportunities (Receive up to $3,500 annually)
• 20 paid holidays + Paid vacation
• Cumulative sick leave
• Flexible/Hybrid Work Program: 3 days in office/2 days remote (Management approval required; may vary by Department/Position)
• Summer schedule (exceptions apply)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion
• Progressive and innovative culture
• Opportunity to participate in various Faculty & Staff Associations

Primary Purpose

Under the direction of a College Vice President or designated Dean, the Director of Student Equity and Success oversees college programs and services to advance college equity initiatives, diversity objectives, and successful goal completion for targeted student populations.

Essential Functions

Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

Job Description

• Plan, organize, and manage the operations and activities of the college student equity and achievement services.
• Oversee the college-wide efforts for the development, interpretation and implementation of multiple Student Success Mandates, including policies and procedures related to Student Success and Support Programs (SSSP), Student Equity, and Guided Pathways.
• Oversee the development, coordination, and monitoring of program budget development of the college’s Integrated Student Success Program Plans.
• Provide leadership and vision for the campus Student Equity and Success and Support Programs, such as Guided Pathways, and other related student success initiatives, projects, programs, or services, including resource development and personnel management.
• Engage with District and college personnel to coordinate student success initiatives for the college.
• Assist with the development and implementation of innovative student services delivery approaches.
• Ensure accountability and accuracy for reports related to Student Success and Support, Student Equity, and Guided Pathways.
• Collaborate with the Director of Institutional Research on data analysis related to student success attributes in management information systems.
• Collaborate closely with student/academic support programs, including the Promise Program, Dual Enrollment, Program Mapper, and other pathway programs.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and managers to establish and implement a vision for the college’s equity plan.
• Develop and prepare the annual preliminary budgets for assigned programs.
• Administer and direct various phases and operations of the onboarding process.
• Create and facilitate outreach activities and serve as a liaison with community agencies, high schools, universities, and industry.
• Develop and prepare publications relating to Student Equity and Success, Guided Pathways, and other assigned student development services.
• Maintain communication with District and college administrators, faculty members and classified staff.
• Train, supervise, evaluate and direct the work of personnel as assigned.
• Plan, organize, and arrange appropriate staff development programs and activities for faculty and staff; provide orientation for new employees.
• Organize, attend, or chair a variety of administrative and staff meetings; serve on committees and special projects as assigned.
• Maintain current knowledge of instructional methods and new technologies related to assigned programs.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the disabilities and diverse backgrounds of students.
• Provide leadership in efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff, address student achievement gaps, and create an inclusive environment.
• Assist and promote the growth and success of a diverse population of students and employees.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Working Relationships

The Director, Student Equity and Success maintains frequent contact with District and college administration, faculty, staff, and external agencies and institutions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
• Knowledge of a shared governance model in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of California education code and requirements, including Title 5.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and grievance processes.
• Knowledge of research project policies, procedures and practices, including data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of educational pedagogy and student success strategies applicable for the diverse community college student body.
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Knowledge of record keeping procedures.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of appropriate software and databases.
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to administer complex budgets in a cost effective manner.
• Ability to assess, analyze, implement and evaluate research project activities.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to work independently with little direction.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to communicate efficiently both orally and in writing with internal and external diverse constituencies.
• Ability to supervise, train and provide work direction to others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Special Requirements

The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If degree award date is not posted on transcript your application will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration. All degrees and course work used to satisfy the required minimum qualifications must be from accredited post‑secondary institutions.

If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide a transcript (may be unofficial). Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and at least one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience related to the assignment.
• Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.

Desirable Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Guidance Counseling, Educational Counseling, Social Work, or Career Development.
• Two years of management experience at the community college level.
• Experience administering budgets and overseeing fiscal reporting to ensure strategic resource management and accountability.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with faculty, administrators, staff, and students as appropriate to assigned duties.
• Demonstrated experience leading, developing, and/or implementing diversity, inclusion, and equity efforts for students and/or employees.
• Demonstrated experience ensuring equity in the duties and areas of responsibility for this position and the ability to address the needs of diverse student and/or employee populations.
• Experience with counseling/matriculation educational program development and administration.
• Teaching and/or counseling experience, preferably at the community college level.
• Experience in shared governance in an educational setting.
• High level of critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills.
• High professional standards and strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and students in an equity‑minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.

Working Conditions

Office environment; subject to constant interruptions and frequent interaction with others; sitting for long periods at a time (up to 2‑3 hours); may require off‑site duties and activities.

Salary Range

$147,336 - $185,843 Annually

Posting Number

P

Open Date

02/25/2026

Close Date

03/25/2026

Special Instructions Summary

Work Schedule: District employees can apply for the Flexible/Hybrid Work Program, working a hybrid schedule of remote work and in‑person each week. Approval and number of in‑person days may vary by position/department. Questions regarding the work schedule may be discussed with Hiring Manager if selected as an interview candidate.

Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment may need to submit official transcripts, as applicable, prior to the first duty day, and will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within eight (8) months.

To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community.

Minimum Qualifications – Experience: One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week (full‑time). Applicable part‑time experience will be converted to the full‑time equivalent for the sole purpose of meeting the experience minimum qualification (example: Twelve (12) months of part‑time work experience is equivalent to six (6) months full‑time).

Minimum Qualifications – Education: 24 units are equal to one year of education. As applicable, education must be from a regionally accredited institution and verifiable on a legible unofficial transcript.

NOCCCD offers reimbursement for candidate travel expenses. Visit here to view the administrative procedures – AP 7120‑10.

Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or course work are required. See our website here for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.

If you would like to add additional transcripts not required by the position, you may upload them to the “Additional Transcripts” link when completing your application.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling 714‑808‑4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

Posting Details

Posting Number: P – Open Date: 02/25/2026 – Closed: 03/25/2026

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