Assistant Director, TRiO Sonoma-Napa County Programs (Administrator I), Fixed-Te
Sonomaseawolves, Sonoma, CA, United States
Assistant Director, TRiO Sonoma-Napa County Programs (Administrator I), Fixed-Term
Are you passionate about education and community engagement? Join Sonoma State University as the Assistant Director of TRiO Sonoma-Napa County Programs, and help shape the future of our students!
In this exciting role, you will
c
reate impact
by developing and implementing dynamic, student-centered programs with a focus on curriculum and teaching and
b
e a changemaker
by overseeing program operations, budget management, and ensuring compliance with university and agency policies.
Why Sonoma State?
Be part of a vibrant community committed to diversity, sustainability, and excellence.
Work in an environment where innovation and creativity are celebrated.
Help students prepare to tackle the challenges of the 21st century and make a real impact in their communities.
Qualifications:
This position requires a minimum of four years' experience in personnel supervision and evaluation, program development and evaluation, and fiscal management, along with four years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience. Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. A master’s degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field is preferred, as is possession of a valid California Teaching or Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential. Experience working with TRiO Upward Bound or Talent Search programs and familiarity with federal compliance standards are highly desirable. The incumbent must have demonstrated experience working with high school aged students; aptitude in management, supervision, strategic planning, project management and program implementation; ability to adapt to change in the work environment, effectively handle multiple tasks and competing demands, demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written form; ability to design and implement formative and summative evaluation strategies, and demonstrate high level of proficiency with computer applications including Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Excel spreadsheets and MS Word). Knowledge of Google Suite, Aeries, student information system and PeopleSoft preferred. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred. This position requires the successful completion of a live scan fingerprinting for Sonoma State University, including a live scan fingerprinting at the assigned school site location and TB test.
If you’re ready to inspire, lead, and make a difference, we invite you to apply and start your journey with us at Sonoma State University!
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $6,000 to $6,250 a month. This is a full time, fixed-term, position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations.
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. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer. A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clickinghere to be taken to the CSU benefits page.
Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting:
The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.
Employment Eligibility & Conditions:
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.
Education Code 89521 -
Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Advertised:
April 02, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time Applications close:
Open Until Filled
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In this exciting role, you will
c
reate impact
by developing and implementing dynamic, student-centered programs with a focus on curriculum and teaching and
b
e a changemaker
by overseeing program operations, budget management, and ensuring compliance with university and agency policies.
Why Sonoma State?
Be part of a vibrant community committed to diversity, sustainability, and excellence.
Work in an environment where innovation and creativity are celebrated.
Help students prepare to tackle the challenges of the 21st century and make a real impact in their communities.
Qualifications:
This position requires a minimum of four years' experience in personnel supervision and evaluation, program development and evaluation, and fiscal management, along with four years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience. Bachelor's Degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. A master’s degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field is preferred, as is possession of a valid California Teaching or Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential. Experience working with TRiO Upward Bound or Talent Search programs and familiarity with federal compliance standards are highly desirable. The incumbent must have demonstrated experience working with high school aged students; aptitude in management, supervision, strategic planning, project management and program implementation; ability to adapt to change in the work environment, effectively handle multiple tasks and competing demands, demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written form; ability to design and implement formative and summative evaluation strategies, and demonstrate high level of proficiency with computer applications including Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Excel spreadsheets and MS Word). Knowledge of Google Suite, Aeries, student information system and PeopleSoft preferred. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred. This position requires the successful completion of a live scan fingerprinting for Sonoma State University, including a live scan fingerprinting at the assigned school site location and TB test.
If you’re ready to inspire, lead, and make a difference, we invite you to apply and start your journey with us at Sonoma State University!
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $6,000 to $6,250 a month. This is a full time, fixed-term, position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations.
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. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer. A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clickinghere to be taken to the CSU benefits page.
Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting:
The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.
Employment Eligibility & Conditions:
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.
Education Code 89521 -
Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Advertised:
April 02, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time Applications close:
Open Until Filled
#J-18808-Ljbffr