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California State University, Office of the Chancellor

Director, California Academic Partnership Programs

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, Long Beach, California, us, 90899

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Director, California Academic Partnership Programs

Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor for the position of

Director, California Academic Partnership Programs . Overview

The CSU Chancellor's Office is seeking a

Director, CAPP

to lead the California Academic Partnership Program (CAPP), developing cooperative intersegmental efforts to improve the academic quality of public secondary schools and the academic preparation of all students for college success. CAPP focuses on high-need areas including high schools and middle schools in low-income areas, geographically isolated schools, and student groups underrepresented in college. CAPP is administered by the CSU Office of the Chancellor, in cooperation with the University of California, the California Community Colleges, and the California Superintendent of Public Instruction. These cooperating organizations are represented on a statutorily required Advisory Committee. Position Details

The position is approved for telecommuting (two days telecommuting, three days in office) with onsite work at the main headquarters located in Long Beach, California. Salary The anticipated salary hiring range is up to

$156,000

per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Classification Administrator III Responsibilities

Provide leadership to CAPP's intersegmental Advisory Committee (appointed by the heads of the California's educational segments) Steward the work of the Advisory Committee and keep them informed and participating in CAPP efforts and initiatives. Provide advice, research support, and staff the Advisory Committee, including its task forces that may be created to address specific needs on an ad-hoc basis. Recommend priorities for grant programs. Evaluate the impact of funded projects. Terminate funding for unsuccessful and completed projects. Ensure CAPP operates in compliance with Bagley-Keene Open Meeting and Brown Act. Develop grant opportunities consistent with CAPP statutory provisions that are aligned with State education policy, intersegmental in nature and have impact across education segments, leveraging former and current CAPP projects for maximum impact. Oversee the design and implementation of program evaluations to identify successful strategies and programs and provide valuable information about the impact of programs and policies. Provide oversight to award and manage evaluation contracts. Oversee program and fiscal management of grant programs and the grants (and associated contracts) allocated under such programs, including convening project staff for workshops to assess progress, share learning, and plan activities. Provide fiscal oversight of grant activity. Provide direction to staff and part-time consultants including CAPP liaisons and facilitators that directly support grantees in meeting their project objectives. Provide leadership and planning strategic priorities for CAPP. Recruit and support CAPP project facilitators. Supervise CAPP staff and part-time consultants. Disseminate research findings from CAPP projects to policy makers, educators, and community groups to promote student achievement in public high schools. Develop and implement communications strategy and materials to better inform educators, collaborative partners and policymakers of CAPP's work. Expand efforts to disseminate findings and learnings from CAPP projects through webinars, conference presentations, policy briefs, the CAPP website, and other means. In addition to the above, the Director will carry out other assignments at the request of Academic and Student Affairs and the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Educator and Leadership Programs. Qualifications

Master’s degree or higher in Education, Educational Leadership, Educational Policy or a related field from an accredited university. Three or more years of experience teaching in PK-12 and/or Postsecondary/Higher Education settings. Three or more years of administrative experience in higher education, state or county educational institution, and/or non-profit at the level of Department Chair or equivalent, or higher. Specialized knowledge and experience with intersegmental partnerships in public education. Administration of grant programs. Demonstrated experience of successful activities to foster diversity, equity, and inclusive environments in PK-16/higher education settings. Demonstrated experience in working collaboratively with state agencies, county offices of education, school districts, university faculty, and/or other educational agencies. Experience in managing department or program budgets. Excellent organizational skills and ability to independently handle a number of tasks. Demonstrated exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to facilitate an effective and supportive working environment for staff, consultants and facilitators. Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree and/or a PK-12 administrative credential preferred. A record of teaching and scholarship in post-secondary/higher education. Familiarity with California laws, regulations, and functioning of public post-secondary education. Familiarity with projects and grants funded by organizations and foundations. Knowledge and expertise in one or more of the following: public secondary schools, program design, implementation and evaluation, policy development, curriculum development, and/or leading professional learning. Application Period

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by

August 4, 2025 . Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed. How To Apply

Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application. Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070. Additional Notices

Title IX: Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Title IX Coordinator contact information. E-Verify: This position requires employment verification through the E-Verify program. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for H1-B visas. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy: It is recommended that employees follow CDC/CDPH guidelines. Mandated Reporter Per CANRA: The position is a mandated reporter. Conflict of Interest: The selected candidate must file Form 700 and complete ethics training as required. CSU Out of State Employment Policy: Employees must reside in California; CSU does not hire out-of-state for CSU-related work. Background: A full background check is required prior to assuming the position.

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