The Position: The Director of the Educational Opportunity Program provides overall leadership for and directs strategic implementation of programs and services for first generation, economically, or educationally disadvantaged students. The Director creates and implements plans for outreach and access, and coordinates support services designed to enhance retention. The Director is responsible for program development, planning, assessment, and overall policy analysis, and serves as the chief fiscal manager and administrator of the department. Programs and services supervised by the Director include Summer Bridge, Transfer Bridge, Mini Bridge, learning communities, supplemental instruction, and assistance with admissions, registration, financial aid, and academic and personal counseling. The Director maintains close working relationships with academic departments, the Dean of Undergraduate Studies, Center for Academic Success, Office of Admissions and Recruitment, New Student and Family Engagement, Guardian Scholars, Office of the Dean of Students, and Housing and Residence Life and collaborates with departments within Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. In addition, the Director is responsible for all internal and external communication regarding EOP with federal, state, and local agencies, the Chancellor's Office, colleges, and universities, as well as University Auxiliary Services, Associated Students, Inc., and other departments across campus.
