MESA Program Director

Priority Final date to receive applications December 19, 2025 – Priority Final date to receive applications Extended:
April 12, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

Plans, implements, supervises, assesses, and evaluates the activities, programs, information, personnel, and related services for students in the Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) program. The position also provides complex administrative support to the Vice President of Instruction.

The MESA Program Director is responsible for the efficient and effective operations of the MESA program. This position requires a demonstrated ability to coordinate and facilitate an instructional support program and supervise employees. The Director works with existing college areas to plan tutoring and supplemental instruction services. The MESA Program Director reports to the Vice President of Instruction with cooperative duties integrating with Student Services.

• Strategic planning and daily management of the MESA program, focusing on a student‑centered and inclusive environment.
• Develop plans for implementation of MESA in cooperation with the Faculty Sponsor, CCCCO Project Monitor, deans, and other associated staff and faculty members.
• Maintain communications between the MESA program, mathematics, engineering, and science faculty and division chair(s), deans, student support services personnel, MESA students, student organizations, related professionals, and campus administrators to build a program of academic rigor.
• Work with department faculty and Learning Center Director to select best available math, science, computer science, and engineering tutors and/or teaching assistants for MESA students.
• Develop tutoring and study program for MESA, including the recruitment and training of tutors and the incorporation of a mix of individual small and large group study activities; cooperate with the Learning Center Director. Recruit and schedule speakers for meetings of MESA students.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate career advising and job orientations for students.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate activities related to academic advising, including advocacy and selection of a designated MESA counselor.
• Develop, plan, and coordinate activities related to student retention.
• Maintain contacts and encourage the formation of a pipeline and pathway for students between MESA and four‑year colleges and universities.
• Coordinate planning of student services for MESA students, including admission, financial aid, scholarships, summer programs and jobs, academic, career, and student advising.
• Work with local businesses and industry to provide opportunities such as internships, job shadowing, field trips, and exposure to the industry environment.
• Ensure student eligibility for the MESA program, ensure that student contractual agreements are met, and maintain program records.
• Recruit students from the community college district and from high schools within the service area.
• Coordinate evaluation of program activities and accomplishments and recommend steps for continuous improvement.
• Participate in MESA training, evaluation, and other activities.
• Collect and compile data and prepare status reports required by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office (CCCCO) and participate in campus activities for submission of MESA student data for the CCCCO Management Information System (MIS).
• Oversee grant activities per the defined action plan, track funds, and prepare mid‑year and annual programmatic and financial reports of MESA‑generated funds. Submit periodic reports to the CCCCO.
• Verify compliance with all aspects of the MESA grant and write grant for refunding.
• Maintain a file on each MESA student and transfer student with information on enrollment, academic performance, participation, and current status.
• Work with local campus staff and/or regional MESA colleagues to research and prepare grant proposals for collaborative submissions.
• Maintain regular contact with the CCCCO MESA Monitor, complete reports and evaluations as requested, and attend in‑service orientation trainings for MESA Directors.
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