POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE:
EXTENDED TITLE:
FLSA STATUS:
Director
Director, College Readiness
Exempt
CATEGORY:
Administrative
GRADE:
D
JOB SUMMARY: Supports the College’s mission, vision and core values. The director will serve as a
liaison between EPCC and UTEP and the Region 19 school districts. Plan, direct and oversee all aspects of
the College Readiness Initiative to ensure its effective implementation and evaluation.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
College Readiness Initiative (CRI) and the College Connection Program (CCP) were created to increase the
number of high school graduates with the motivation, access and preparation to succeed in college. The
goal is aligned with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s plan, Closing the Gaps by 2015. The
ambitious goal is to add 630,000 more Texas students to the rosters of post secondary institutions. This
position serves a large community based function.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
YEARLY
PERCENT OF
TIME
25%
1.
Provide effective direction, leadership and strategic objectives to College
Readiness efforts in the El Paso region. Develop and oversee implementation
of the College Readiness Initiative (CRI) and the College Connection
Program (CCP) to ensure effective implementation and evaluation. Oversee
operational management to include programs, projects, and grants for the CRI
and CCP.
2.
Collaborate with administrators, faculty, and staff at UTEP, EPCC and
Region 19 ISD’s to promote effective and consistent implementation of CRI
components and CCP efforts.
25%
3.
Organize and conduct meetings, prepare and present training/information
sessions within the El Paso region and to other external constituencies to
effect the dissemination, implementation, and follow-up of the CRI and CCP
program. Coordinate all efforts and activities associated with area high
schools for presentations, testing, applications, interventions, data exchange,
and data reports in relation to CRI and CCP.
20%
4.
Provide personnel management, direction and guidance to staff and faculty
including performance appraisal, coaching, personal and professional
development.
10%
5.
Develop and manage the CRI and CCP budget. Prepare, develop, and manage
any related grant opportunities and awards associated with college readiness.
5%
6.
Prepare presentations to local, state and national affiliations on El Paso’s CRI
and CCP efforts and results. Travel associated with program activities to
include both in-town and out-of-town.
5%
7.
Participate in state agency and legislative policy working groups to develop
and implement legislation related to college readiness. Stay abreast of current
5%
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policies, administrative rulings and state requirements related to college
readiness initiatives and serve as official College Readiness Advisor. Update
EPCC’s Board of Trustees and college faculty and staff on college readiness
and college connection activities.
8.
Other duties as assigned.
5%
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Instructional Dean
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct and indirect supervisory responsibility of assigned staff
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES: Departmental budget
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Master’s degree
EXPERIENCE: Seven (7) years related experience to include a combination of successful
teaching experience, successful administrative or supervisory experience, and proven involvement
with college readiness at some level.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES: Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and insurable by
the district’s auto liability insurance carrier. Background and fingerprint required.
SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1.
Skills/Abilities: Must possess an understanding of general office practices, to include
computer literacy, organizational skills, and strong interpersonal/communication skills (oral
and written). Understanding and functional knowledge of tutoring methods and practices with
regard to college readiness.
Must have proven experience working with other organizations, institutions, and/or schools.
Must possess strong interpersonal skills, effective communication and problem solving skills
for a variety of circumstances. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Understanding of instructional and administrative procedures within a university, community
college and high school setting.
Read, analyze, and interpret state and federal regulations.
Understanding of methodologies and interpretation of data for evaluation purposes.
Must have effective organizational and planning skills with ability to multi-task.
Must possess ability to effectively present information publicly.
Must be able to develop and cultivate business relationships.
Must have effective use of tact and diplomacy.
2.
Equipment Used: Personal computer, fax telephone, copier and other equipment associated
with a general office environment.
3.
Software Used: a variety of word-processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail and presentation
software.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The
employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to
reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee
must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25
pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
Alternative or combined skills in understanding, negotiating, selecting, developing, and
motivating people are important to the highest degree due to constant interaction with other
people, at any level within the organization or the community; position’s accountability for the
development, motivation, assessment, and reward of employees; and ability to deal with irrational
situations where the outcome is unpredictable.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather
conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level
in the work environment is usually moderate.
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POSITION TITLE:
DIRECTOR, COLLEGE READINESS
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work
environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
None
Stand
Walk
Sit
Use hands to finger, handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk
Hear
Taste
Smell
WEIGHT and FORCE
DEMANDS:
Up to 10 pounds
Up to 25 pounds
Up to 50 pounds
Up to 100 pounds
More than 100 pounds
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Wet or humid conditions(nonweather)
Work near moving mechanical
parts
Work in high, precarious places
Fumes or airborne particles
Toxic or caustic chemicals
Outdoor weather conditions
Extreme cold(non-weather)
Extreme hot (non-weather)
Risk of electrical shock
Work with explosives
Risk of radiation
Vibration
Over 2/3
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
None
Amount of Time
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
X
X
X
X
X
None
Amount of Time
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
X
Over 2/3
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
VISION DEMANDS:
No special vision requirements
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance vision (Clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral vision
Depth perception
Ability to adjust focus
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Amount of Time
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
X
X
X
Required
X
X
X
X
X
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NOISE LEVEL:
Very quiet
Quiet
Moderate
Loud
Very Loud
Exposure Level
X
I certify that I have received a copy of this job description. I have read and understand the duties and
responsibilities of this position.
X
Employee Signature
Amended: 6/01/09
Date
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