Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (Administrator I), Temporary
Job no: 542942
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Sonoma
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Thursday, October 10, 2024. In your cover, please address your experience working with professional development, lifelong learning, and/or adult education programs; fundraising or donor development; and student or member recruitment efforts. Please include your interest in directing education programs for adults age 50 and over, and address how your experience would enable you to design effective academic programming for that audience.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director for Extended Education (Extended Ed), the Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (Director) provides strategic management and guidance for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), with a focus on membership growth, student recruitment, and operational sustainability. The Director plans, schedules, and coordinates logistics and delivery of OLLI courses and programs at Sonoma State University and outreach/satellite campuses and supervises staff and student personnel. The Director works in collaboration with the OLLI Advisory Board and its committees; independently directs program related activities involving staff, faculty and volunteers; solicits and coordinates multidisciplinary curriculum; and engages in outreach, marketing and development efforts.
Key Qualifications
This position requires a minimum of three years of experience in program administration including strategic planning and program development; developing resources, budgets, and marketing plans; and acting as a university liaison in various related settings, including three years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience. Bachelor's degree in a related field preferably with courses and programs in adult education and curriculum planning, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Demonstrated experience in program marketing and recruitment is required. General knowledge of the procedures and practices in higher not-for-credit education, and knowledge of the processes required to plan and construct not-for-credit academic programs and courses is preferred. Higher education experience and experience working with multiple-ages, especially populations 50 and older is highly preferred. Experience with fundraising and donor cultivation is also highly preferred. Intermediate proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Google Suite required. Knowledge of Augusoft's Lumens EMS, Slate CRM and PeopleSoft preferred.
Salary and Benefits
Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $3,938 to $6,667 a month. This position is a member of the Management Personnel Plan and serves at the pleasure of the President. This is a full time, temporary, exempt position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date. This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.
Supplemental Information
Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.
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