Job Details

Director, High School Outreach and Educational Partnerships

Position Number: 9785136
Location: Long Beach, United States
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Director, High School Outreach and Educational Partnerships

Salary: $122,673.00 - $167,141.00 Annually
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: A27-02
Closing: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Both Liberal Arts Campus & Trade Tech and Community Learning Campus, CA
Department: Student Equity

Description

DIRECTOR, HIGH SCHOOL OUTREACH AND EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGELong Beach City College is committed to providing equitable student learning and achievement, by delivering high quality educational programs and support services to our diverse communities. Long Beach City College currently has the privilege of serving approximately 39,928 students, the majority of whom are students of color. Long Beach City College is a Hispanic serving institution, and of our student population 58% are Hispanic/Latinx, 14% are White, 11% are African American, 10% are Asian & Filipino. An ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural competency in serving the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, racial, and cultural backgrounds of community college student populations, including students with differing abilities. For more information on our College demographics please click here: https://www.lbcc.edu/pod/lbcc-college-facts.

ABOUT THE POSITION
Under general direction of the Dean of Student Equity, the Director of High School Outreach and Educational Partnerships plans, develops, organizes, coordinates, reviews, and evaluates operations and activities related to Matriculation and Early College Initiatives, including High School Matriculation, the Welcome Center,College and Career Access Pathway (CCAP), Early College at Browning, individual dual enrollment, and High School Articulation. This position may also supervise additional areas as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Under general direction of the Dean of Student Equity, the Director of High School Outreach and Educational Partnerships plans, develops, organizes, coordinates, reviews, and evaluates operations and activities related to Matriculation and Early College Initiatives, including High School Matriculation, the Welcome Center, CCAP, Early College at Browning, individual dual enrollment, and High School Articulation. This position may also supervise additional areas as assigned. The Director will be managing day-to-day activities, researching best practices and regulations, training, budgeting, collaborating with faculty and staff, and supervision of staff and faculty connected to high school outreach and early college initiatives. This role collaborates closely with key campus stakeholders, including the faculty, counselors, coordinators, staff, and managers (e.g., Director of First Year Experience, Director of College Promise).

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
An ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural competency and enthusiasm in serving the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, racial, and cultural backgrounds of community college student populations, including students with differing abilities (physical and/or learning).

COLLEGE MISSION:
Long Beach City College is committed to providing equitable student learning and achievement, academic excellence, and workforce development by delivering high-quality educational programs and support services to our diverse communities. We are Purposeful, Focused, Nurturing, Connected and Respectful.

At Lo ng Beach City College, we celebrate equity, diversity and ensure a positive and inclusive working environment for all college students, faculty, staff, and administrators. We believe diversity fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to hiring qualified applicants who are dedicated to student learning and success.

Duties

DUTIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

Plan and direct day-to-day operations and activities for Matriculation and Early College Initiatives, ensuring full compliance with state regulations and district policies. Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate program personnel.
Lead annual program planning for Matriculation and Early College Initiatives.
Cultivate and sustain relationships with local K-12 partners that advance matriculation and dual enrollment, and support the expansion of Viking Advantage and the Long Beach College Promise.
Develop and update CCAPs, MOUs, and articulation agreements in coordination with K-12 administrators and key stakeholders; prepare and submit annual CCAP reporting to the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to grow dual enrollment, build CCAP pathways, maintain strong course success rates, and increase completion of 12+ units before high school graduation.
Collaborate with deans and department chairs to establish program timelines, coordinate course offerings, and secure faculty assignments; develop and maintain the faculty handbook and related onboarding materials; provide ongoing communication and support to participating instructors; and address issues affecting faculty and students.
Regularly convene the Dual Enrollment Workgroup.
Work closely with the Matriculation Coordinator, Dual Enrollment Counselor, and Counseling department heads to provide educational plans and counseling support for matriculation and dual enrollment students both on campus and at high school sites.
Update new student orientation, website content, and related program resources to maintain compliance with Title 5 and other legislative requirements by established deadlines.
Coordinate year-round program services and events, including but not limited to the High School Educator Conference, Express Days, Viking Preview Day, Viking Summer Voyage, Viking Scholars Award Ceremony, Welcome Day, Family Nights, live orientation, and group counseling.
Analyze disaggregated student data on an ongoing basis to identify equity gaps, and implement case management and targeted interventions that improve matriculation conversion and course success.
Foster strong communication and collaboration with Enrollment Services, Counseling, First-Year Experience, Disabled Student Programs and Services, learning communities, and other student services to remove barriers and promote student success.
Develop, monitor, and administer program budgets; coordinate expenditures and maximize financial resources across multiple funding sources
Administer grants, including contract execution, budget development and monitoring, grant activity management, reporting, and invoicing for program expenditures.
Monitor state and federal regulations and trends affecting dual enrollment and matriculation; interpret requirements for staff, faculty, administrators, and K-12 partners and provide guidance through professional development and ongoing communication.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing using interpersonal skills with tact, patience, and diplomacy.
Work with Information Technology (IITS), Institutional Effectiveness and other District personnel on a continual basis to assist in improving processes; measure effectiveness, and provide the most accurate data to reporting agencies (e.g. California Community College Chancellor's Office).
Participate in evening or weekend activities as required to support program and institutional needs.
Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS
This position reports to the Dean of Student Equity and supervises and evaluates assigned staff.

PERSONNEL
Responsible for recommending the hire, transfer, suspension, lay-off, promotion, assignment, discipline, training, professional development, assignment, direction and performance evaluation of assigned staff; administering collective bargaining agreements, employment and promotion selection procedures; and compliance with District policies, rules and regulations regarding personnel; evaluation of the performance of assigned staff, providing direction and assistance wherever a need for improvement is identified.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a master's degree, and
One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrative assignment.

ALL CANDIDATES MUST DEMONSTRATE:
Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Three or more years of experience focused on matriculation and dual enrollment programs.
Effective oral and written communication and organizational skills
Demonstrated knowledge of Federal, State and institutional programs
Demonstrated ability to manage financial resources with a record of fiscal responsibility and accountability
Evidence of experience in the areas of organization, planning, development, staffing, budget management, evaluation, and supervision reasonably related to the administrative assignment
Practical and operational understanding of dual enrollment, outreach, and matriculation services
Demonstrated ability to problem solve and make timely, fair, and equitable decisions
Demonstrated advocacy for students and student needs.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Federal and state laws and regulations, and district policies related to student services and programs, including but not limited to State Education Code sections, Student Equity and Achievement (SEA) Program, AB 19, AB 705, AB 1705, AB 1805, AB 132, AB 288, SB 1244, SB 554, Americans with Disabilities Act, Dream Act, FERPA, Title IV, Title IX, the and other legislative bills, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Student services procedures, including orientation procedures, placement services, counseling and educational planning, enrollment services and procedures, referrals to specialized support services, CCAP partnership agreements, high school articulation processes, and LBCC instructional programs.
Budget preparation, reporting, and administration for programs, including grant-funded programs, and audit response procedures for district, state, and federal requirements.
Staff and faculty collaboration with full consideration for bargaining units, agreements, and employment laws.
Supervision and leadership that models collaboration, inclusivity, and a culture of care.
Digital tools that are essential for project management, outreach, and academic case management

ABILITY TO:

Work effectively with faculty, management, staff, and students to promote access and equity; work cooperatively and coordinate projects with other institutional stakeholders to offer effective services to students.
Exhibit and promote a commitment and sensitivity to, and respect for, the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, gender, cultural, disability, and religious backgrounds and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty, and staff, as well as a commitment to integrating diversity into the College's instructional program.
Represent the College in a highly professional manner, including clear communication through writing and speaking, with the ability to develop and deliver professional presentations.
Interpret, apply, and effectively explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Manage multiple projects while meeting schedules and timelines.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Create goals, outcomes, and measurable metrics to assess outcomes as part of the planning process.
Apply current and emerging information, networking, and instructional technologies
Apply and use effective interpersonal skills
Supervise and evaluate staff directing them appropriately in developing best practices in a teamwork environment.
Actively promote, encourage, and support faculty development, and encourage and promote innovation and success.
Work a flexible schedule that includes travel and working evenings and weekends.

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE:
A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance policy.

Additional Information

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Long Beach City College only considers complete applications for employment. All application materials must be electronically submitted and uploaded by the applicant by the application deadline. Applications are initially screened for completeness and State Minimum Qualifications. Complete applications are forwarded to the Department hiring committee for further review.

A COMPLETE APPLICATION INCLUDES:

A Long Beach Community College District application.
A cover letter outlining your education and experience relevant to this position.
A list of three references, including current telephone numbers of both colleagues and supervisors
A current resume or CV.
ALL graduate and undergraduate transcripts, showing school name, all college coursework, degree title and conferral date. This includes transcripts for any and all for the following degrees, BA/BS, MA/MS and above (Ed.D.,Ph.D., etc.) and courses used for transfer credit. Transcripts can be official or unofficial and must be submitted as an attachment. The conferral date must be on or before the application deadline in order to meet Minimum Qualifications.
Transcripts from countries other than the United States must be evaluated by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services(NACES)or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc (AICE).
Applicants who do not meet the Statewide Minimum Qualifications for this discipline verbatim are required to submit a Supplemental Equivalency Application (Download PDF reader).

SELECTION PROCESS AND TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:Application deadline: 9/08/2026
Application screening: Week of 9/14/2026Applications are initially screened for completeness and Minimum Qualifications.Complete applications are forwarded to the Department hiring committee for further review.First level interview: tentatively planned for week of 10/14/2026Final interview: tentatively planned for TBD
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
Individuals who require reasonable accommodations in the Application or Examination Process in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office at least two days prior to the closing date, by calling (562) 938-4372.

LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Long Beach City College is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and equity-minded hiring practices. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunities and are not subject to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, gender, color, language, accent, citizenship status, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability or medical condition, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics.

ANCESTRAL LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
Long Beach City College acknowledges our presence on the traditional ancestral land of the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples. This land remains unceded territory. We acknowledge the painful history of genocide and forced removal from this territory. Long Beach City College honors and respects the Gabrielino/Tongva ancestors and their connection to this land.

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