JOB
Anticipated Start Date: November 2026
Priority Screening Date: July 26, 2026
Open Until Filled
To Apply, please visit our job site
SELECTION PROCESS
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Please be sure to review the Required Application Documents section below to ensure that you are attaching everything required. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
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All application materials must be received by the Priority Screening Date to be considered during the initial screening. Applications received after the priority date may be considered thereafter at the discretion of the College until the position is filled.
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The initial screening will begin after the priority date, and applicants will be notified of their status, either way, thereafter. Applicants selected for interview will be contacted separately to schedule an interview appointment with the screening committee.
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Tentative Interview Timeline: First-level interviews are slated to be conducted between 8/10 - 9/11/26 (specific dates TBD) and will take place remotely, via Zoom. Final interviews are slated to be conducted between 9/8 - 10/9/26 (specific dates TBD) and will be held in person, on our Kentfield campus. Timeline is subject to change.
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This position performs its duties on both the Kentfield and Indian Valley (Novato) campuses, so if not already residing within the Bay Area, the successful candidate must be willing to relocate.
Regrettably, College of Marin is not able to offer reimbursement for travel or relocation at this time.
POSITION OVERVIEW
College of Marin is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to oversee the integration of a comprehensive network of student support programs, including EOPS, CARE, CalWORKs, NextUP, and Undocumented Student Services, with a focus on advancing equitable access, opportunities, and student success. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing initiatives that promote enrollment, retention, matriculation, and transfer for students experiencing social, economic, and cultural barriers. Notably, key functions include developing and implementing policies aligned with Title 5 and Education Code, providing strategic program and grant management, and fostering collaboration with campus departments and community partners. Through these efforts, the position plays a central role in strengthening a coordinated support system that promotes achievement and opportunity for all students.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
A Director of EOPS and Student Support Programs is distinguished from the Director of other programs in that an incumbent in the former class is uniquely responsible for services provided to students within the EOPS, CARE and CalWORKs, Undocumented Student Services, and NextUP. The work involves a wide variety of independent decision making within general policy and regulatory guidelines.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
College of Marin is committed to cultivating a proactively supportive, inclusive, and accountable environment where equity, equity-mindedness, anti-racism, and social justice is valued, centered, and practiced. Our mission is to employ qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and committed to an inclusive, anti-racist campus culture that demonstrates sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population.
We serve a county population of approximately 250,000 residents. Based on Fall 2025 credit enrollment data, the diversity of students at the college includes greater representation than the county with regards to enrollment by Hispanic/Latinx (36% of enrollment), Asian (7%), Black/African American (3%), White (44%), and Multi-racial (7%) students. Our high-quality education and training at the College are made possible by its faculty and staff who are committed to excellence. As of Fall 2025, COM’s workforce includes Hispanic/Latinx (20%), Asian (7%), Black/African American (6%), White (52%), and Multi-racial (4%) employees.
College of Marin is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, or perception of, race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, genetic condition, status as a veteran, and is subject to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In accordance with Executive Order 11246 (as amended), COM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS
Please see the Required Application Documents section below for important information regarding the evaluation of your foreign degrees.
EXAMPLE OF 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.
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Plans, organizes, directs, controls, integrates and evaluates the work of the EOPS, CARE and CalWORKs, NextUP, and Undocumented Students,; with assigned employees, develops, implements and monitors long-term plans, goals and objectives focused on achieving the College’s mission and priorities; manages and directs the development, implementation and evaluation of the plans, policies, systems and procedures for assigned programs in order to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards.
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Plans, organizes and directs the implementation of multiple categorically-funded student support programs; plans, manages and oversee the fiscal management of cooperative and direct grants; develops and monitors individual programs and data input, and establishes audit trails; ensures grant-funded positions, expenditures and activities meet local, state and federal grants objectives, guidelines and regulations; oversees and participates in the tracking aggregation, analysis and reporting of data extracted from internal and external databases; analyzes, evaluates and develops reports, recommendations and plans; ensures the accuracy and timely submission funding source reporting.
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Participates in the development of and monitors performance against the department’s annual budget; administers department budgets, including grants and other outside funding; develops financial projections and statistical reports as required; develops multiyear plans for large purchases; approves purchase requests for supplies and equipment; monitors revenue; ensures the department’s grant funding and partnership-related fiscal matters are handled in accordance with College policies and regulations as well as appropriate state and federal laws and regulations.
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Through departmental staff, collaborates and develops partnerships with local school districts, area schools, adult education programs, public agencies and community resources to identify typically underrepresented students; plans, develops and implements program elements including outreach, student eligibility, financial assistance, instructional and social activities; provides technical expertise and information to students, staff and administrators regarding programs and services; identifies technology and online educational initiatives to support students and faculty.
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Oversees the selection and management of department staff; establishes performance requirements, monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement; may participate in grievance hearings and take disciplinary action, up to and including termination, to address performance deficiencies, in accordance with College human resources policies and labor contract agreements.
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Provides leadership for departmental operations and staff, acquires and preserves necessary resources to support departmental functions; oversees the development and implementation of new programs, services and activities.
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Conducts studies and analyses to identify program enhancements and evaluate the effectiveness of current programs; prepares and submits annual program reviews; develops, implements and evaluates department plans, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve program goals and objectives.
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Manages and monitors distribution of work within the department, oversees and assesses internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for process improvement, directs change management; responds to staff concerns and needs.
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Oversees and participates in reviewing equity and student learning outcomes and assessments; produces and organizes program planning documents and student learning outcomes; conducts program reviews and studies, recommends modifications to programs, policies and procedures, implements changes; develops and updates reports and data-tracking success measures for curriculum, courses and programs for departments.
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Establishes and maintains effective community relationships through outreach, partnerships, and community engagement events; participates in campus-wide workshops targeting special student populations including low-income, first generation students, single parents receiving County benefits, foster youth, and undocumented students; maintains advanced knowledge of requirements, restrictions and policies for all assigned categorically-funded programs.
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Makes presentations to the Board of Trustees, Executive Leadership and other groups; represents the College and presents at community meetings and events and at local, regional, state and national conferences, meetings, workshops and training seminars.
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Fosters an environment that embraces equity-minded practices, integrity, trust and respect; supports, implements and promotes compliance with the College’s Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Plan in all aspects of employment and education; increases cultural and ethnic diversity in staffing, programs and services.
OTHER DUTIES
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Serves on advisory boards and task forces.
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Oversees and participates in developing promotional materials including flyers, invitations, programs and publications.
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Assists with grant writing as directed.
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Performs related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
CLASSIFICATION CATEGORY & RETIREMENT PLAN
The Director of EOPS and Student Support Programs is an educational administrative position, in compliance with all applicable sections of the California Education Code. Educational administrators also participate in the California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS) through District and employee contributions. Educational administrative employees are employed subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the individual’s employment agreement with the District.
SALARY INFORMATION
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Grade: Management Level 44
Full Salary Range: $139,560 to $171,564 annually.
Starting Salary Range: $139,560 to $149,496 annually (Step 1 to Step 3). Background and experience will determine placement. Step 3 is the maximum entering step.
Please refer to the Management Salary Schedule on our Human Resources website for detailed information.
HEALTH, WELFARE and FRINGE BENEFITS
Marin Community College District (MCCD) offers a generous suite of health, welfare, and fringe benefits for benefit-eligible Educational Administrators, including:
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Medical Insurance: The District offers three plan options through each carrier; Kaiser and Blue Shield. The District's 2025/2026 contributions for medical coverage are as follows (rates subject to change on 10/1/2026):
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Employee-only: $1,700/month
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Employee plus one dependent: $2,400/month
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Employee plus two or more dependents: $2,900/month
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Dental Insurance: Delta Dental coverage for employee and dependents (premium paid by MCCD).
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Vision Insurance: VSP coverage for employee and dependents (premium paid by MCCD).
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Sick Leave: Accrues on an annual rate of 10 days per year; possible additional sick leave is accruable for work assigned during intersession.
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Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS): MCCD contributes 19.10% of employee’s creditable earnings to CalSTRS on a monthly basis. Mandatory employee contribution for 2026/2027 is 10.205% – 10.25%, depending on original date of membership and prior membership status. Note: Neither CalSTRS members nor MCCD contributes to Social Security for CalSTRS-covered service.
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Voluntary Retirement Savings Plans: Additional tax-advantaged 403(b) or 457(b) retirement savings plans are also offered.
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Basic Life & AD&D Insurance: $50,000 (premium paid by MCCD)
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Voluntary Life Insurance: Coverage for employee, spouse and/or child(ren) (employee-paid)
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Long-Term Disability: (premium paid by MCCD)
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Short-Term Disability: (premium paid by MCCD)
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Voluntary AD&D Insurance: Coverage for employee, spouse and/or child(ren) (employee-paid)
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Other Employee-Paid Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs); pet insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Benefits Available through Selected Medical Plan (no cost to employee):
KEY: ALL = All members eligible; BS = Blue Shield members eligible; KA = Kaiser members eligible
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24/7 Helpline through the Employee Assistance Program (ALL)
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Expert Medical Opinions through Teladoc (ALL)
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24/7 Physician Access through MD Live (BS)
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Generic Medications through Costco (BS)
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Enhanced Cancer Benefit through Contigo Health (BS)
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Hip, Knee, and Spine Surgical Benefit through Carrum Health (BS)
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Personal Health Coaching through Vida Health (BS)
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Physical Therapy for Back and Joint Pain through Hinge Health (BS)
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Discounts for Gym memberships, Hearing Aids and LASIK Eye Surgery (BS)
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ClassPass: Kaiser Permanente has teamed up with fitness industry leader ClassPass to make it easier for employees to exercise from the comfort of their homes (KA).
For more information regarding MCCD’s comprehensive benefit plans, please see our Marin Community College District 2025/2026 Employee Benefit Guide.
