EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

COMPASS 2 CAMPUS

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, COMPASS 2 CAMPUS

THE DEPARTMENT: The Woodring College of Education facilitates life-long learning through exemplary teaching to prepare quality education, health, and human services professionals for democratic citizenship and meaningful careers. This department supports Western’s mission to bring together individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives in an inclusive, student-centered university that develops the potential of learners and the well-being of communities. Woodring’s first strategic priority for the next seven years focuses on “Justice-Oriented, Diversity Practices”, recognizing historical contemporary inequalities, and pursuing practices that honor diversities and promote social justice to and for equity (Woodring Strategic Plan). We encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and other candidates from underrepresented backgrounds and with diverse experiences interested in this opportunity.

THE POSITION:

Under general direction of the Dean of Woodring College of Education, you will provide overall leadership and management for the Compass 2 Campus (C2C) Youth Mentoring Program.

C2C places Western student mentors in regional Title I schools to support college access for 5th – 12th grade students. The service learning classes linked to the mentoring program focus on educational equity viewed through critical and cultural lenses. Mentoring placements include classrooms, afterschool programs, and community settings and are defined collaboratively based on partners’ needs.

Program goals focus on exposing 5th – 12th grade students to higher education and potential careers while supporting development of positive academic and cultural identities and school success. C2C employs a model of cascading mentorship, with lead mentors (student employees) supporting mentors (university students) to work with youth.

Each year, C2C places nearly 1,000 Western students in schools and employs 40 students. Support for student leaders to develop peer mentoring and professional abilities is part of the program’s commitment to college success as well as college access.

The position requires collaboration and partnership building with school and community partners, regional colleges and technical schools, university student services and academic departments and with the Special Education program that houses the academic courses.

The Executive Director is responsible for oversight of all portions of the C2C mentoring program, including strategic planning, supervision & mentoring, outreach & coordination, fundraising & budgeting, research & assessment, logistics & operations and other assignments as needed.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

A full description of the responsibilities are located in the application process. Some of the position’s responsibilities include:

Assess and refine program mission, goals and strategic plan to meet the needs of students at WWU and in

partner schools.

Supervise program manager, program coordinator and student employees to plan, administer and refine

the program.

Communicate with and seek input from stakeholders, including students, parents, school district

personnel, community volunteers, university and community college faculty and staff, and donors.

Oversee scheduling, coordinating, communicating and monitoring of all site placements across 33 partner

schools.

Oversee all financial aspects of the program, including monitoring budget expenditures. Direct the university quantitative and qualitative research efforts to assess Compass 2 Campus Program's

operational efficacy and impact on mentors and mentees.

Western Washington at a Glance:

• Students:

15,574 • Student-to-faculty ratio:

18.7:1 • Number of programs:

160-plus • Size of Bellingham campus:

212 acres • Number of graduates living and

working around the world:

114,000+

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree

• Three years progressively responsible relevant professional/administrative experience in schools, higher

education and/or mentoring programs.

• Demonstrated successful experience working collaboratively with diverse communities including first

generation, low socio-economic status, and/or ethnically/linguistically/ability/gender diverse populations.

• Demonstrated experience building relationships with diverse stakeholders including K-12 school systems,

university staff and faculty, donors, and or students.

• Evidence of supervisory experience and program leadership and development.

• Evidence of excellent interpersonal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work collegially and

collaboratively.

• Evidence of excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience reporting program trends and assessment data to stakeholders.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral degree

• Experience teaching and managing similar programs or services in a higher education setting in a

collaborative or community based model.

• Knowledge and experience in developing college access and success programs.

• Experience working with student leaders to identify needs and offer professional development for near

peer mentors

• Experienced in budget management and operations.

• Knowledge of event planning, public relations.

• Demonstrated fundraising experience.

• Understanding of how to use Learning Management Systems such as Canvas, and databases to meet

program goals.

• Strong oral and written skills in a second language.

SALARY: Starting salary range is $89,521 to $99,468, commensurate with experience. Includes an excellent benefits package.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

Excellent Benefits! One of the most commonly cited reasons for working at Western is our incredible benefits package. We have multiple medical plans available to choose from with monthly premiums ranging from $25 to $162 for your own coverage; in addition, you have the option to elect coverage for your family. Western provides dental, basic life insurance ($35,000), and basic long-term disability insurance all at no monthly cost to you. Western offers a first- class pension plan—feel secure in the knowledge that your retirement is being taken care of while you put in your years of service. The sooner you start at Western, the better your retirement plan will be when that day comes!

Learn! Take advantage of the Tuition Waiver! After meeting the requirements, you are eligible for a tuition waiver of up to 8 credits during the academic year and 4 credits during summer quarter.

Live Healthy! We have wellness classes right here on campus. Whole Body Fitness, lunch time basketball, resources for nutrition and more! The Wade King Recreation Center is a state-of-the-art fitness facility with unparalleled accessibility and competitive rates. Swimming, climbing wall, and more are all within close proximity to your work space.

Click here to learn more about the perks that will be available to you as a Western employee.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Click here to apply now.

CLOSING DATE: Application review begins August 28th, 2019 position is open until filled

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Residents loyal to locally produced goods and services flock to the Bellingham Farmers Market, held each Saturday from March to December. Many of the city’s parks and neighborhoods are connected by a trail network – biking to work is not unusual in Bellingham. And the city and port of Bellingham have embarked on a multi-year development effort to rejuvenate the city’s downtown waterfront.

Some of the region’s best mountain biking trails are just outside the city, on Galbraith Mountain. Residents also enjoy proximity to spectacular parks such as Larrabee State Park on the coast and the North Cascades and Olympic national parks in the mountains. Mount Baker Ski Area is about two hours away. The Washington State Ferry terminal in Anacortes, the gateway to the San Juan Islands, is about an hour’s drive.

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