Director, Center Scholars

Job no: 561291
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Fullerton
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time

Director, Center for Scholars

Administrator II

561291

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $8,200 - $10,200 per month)

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education.

Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

California State University, Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

The Center for Scholars within the Division of Student Affairs serves a remarkable group of resilient and ambitious students that come from various backgrounds. From their first day on campus, they are encouraged to get involved and become integral and well-rounded leaders in the Titan community. Our Titans achieve their academic goals and develop the confidence and skills to become effective leaders, cohesive team members, and inspiring role models.

We seek to instill a sense of citizenship and commitment in our students, inspiring them to reach out to those around them through service and mentorship. Beyond graduation, they grow to become leaders in their communities and truly inspire others in the same ways that they have been inspired. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Director, Center for Scholars (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 inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the general supervision and direction of the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management, Engagement and Student Success, the Director of the Center for Scholars is responsible for overall management, development, and expansion of scholarship programs, including the President's Scholars, Guardian Scholars, Abrego Future Scholars, Nicolas Academic Centers Scholars, Hispanic Education Endowment Fund, TELACU, Simon Scholars, Sun Scholars, My Future Pathways Scholars Program, and Male Success Initiative (MSI).

Responsible for the oversight of the daily operations of the scholars' programs, including management of the Center for Scholars, Male Success Initiative, and the organization of all scholar student activities and workshops. Manages, develops, and implements scholars' programs and services. Develops and implements program guidelines, conducts evaluation studies, and recommends and implements changes in program scope and direction when necessary.

Interprets campus policies, recommends modifications to guidelines, and develops operational procedures. Responsible for the administration and management of the program budget. Assists University Advancement with fundraising and works closely with other individuals and departments to coordinate a recruitment program integrated with other university outreach efforts. Responsible for scholars' special events. Manages and provides leadership for program staff. Works closely with other Directors in Student Affairs and Academic Affairs to meet scholars' needs.

Other duties as assigned.

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Master's degree in counseling, educational counseling, counseling psychology, higher education, or social work. Minimum of five years of progressively responsible work experience as a supervisor, program administrator, serving students on a university campus. Experience in working with a diverse student body is essential. Must be able to develop, coordinate, and track initiatives, coordinate and direct…