- Salary
- $58k – $103k/yr
- Location
- Klamath Falls, OR, OR, US
- Seniority
- Director
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Bilingual Director of the High School Equivalency Program (HEP) provides leadership, management, and oversight for a federally funded program that supports eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their immediate family members in obtaining a high school equivalency credential, such as the GED.
The Director ensures that participants receive academic instruction, support services, and career transition guidance that lead to high school equivalency completion and successful transition to postsecondary education, employment, or workforce training. This position plays a critical role in developing partnerships and expanding educational access for underserved communities.
The Director reports to the Vice President of External Affairs and works collaboratively with college leadership, faculty, staff, and community partners to achieve program goals and ensure compliance with federal grant requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the position description satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Program Leadership and Administration
- Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the High School Equivalency Program.
- Develop and implement program goals, objectives, and annual work plans aligned with federal grant requirements.
- Ensure compliance with regulations established by the U.S. Department of Education and institutional policies.
- Monitor program performance metrics and ensure progress toward student success and completion goals.
- Coordinate program operations with college departments and external partners.
Grant Administration and Fiscal Management
- Administer all aspects of the federal HEP grant, including program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Develop and manage program budgets in collaboration with the Vice President of External Affairs.
- Prepare required program reports and maintain documentation for grant compliance.
- Support grant renewal and sustainability efforts.
Staff Supervision and Development
- Recruit, hire, train, and supervise instructional and support staff.
- Provide leadership and professional development opportunities to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Conduct staff evaluations and maintain accountability for program outcomes.
Student Recruitment and Support
- Develop and implement outreach and recruitment strategies to identify eligible migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their families.
- Oversee student intake, eligibility verification, and enrollment processes.
- Ensure participants receive academic instruction and support services necessary to obtain a high school equivalency credential.
- Monitor student progress and implement retention and completion strategies.
Community Outreach and Partnerships
- Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, school districts, agricultural employers, workforce agencies, and migrant service providers.
- Represent the college and program at community events, meetings, and conferences.
- Promote awareness of the program within regional agricultural and migrant communities.
Data Management and Compliance
- Maintain accurate program and student data in accordance with federal reporting requirements.
- Ensure confidentiality and proper management of participant records.
- Utilize data and assessment results to inform program improvement and strategic planning.
Commitment to Student Success
- Demonstrated commitment to improving educational access, retention, and completion for diverse and underserved student populations, including migrant and seasonal farmworkers.
Cultural Competency and Inclusive Practices
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and linguistic backgrounds. Demonstrated understanding of culturally responsive programming and inclusive practices.
Collaboration and Partnership Development
- Ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships with internal college departments, community organizations, school districts, agricultural employers, and regional workforce partners.
Leadership and Team Development
- Ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment focused on program effectiveness and student success.
Program Planning and Continuous Improvement
- Ability to analyze program data, assess outcomes, and implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance program effectiveness and student achievement.
Grant and Compliance Management
- Knowledge of federal grant administration, regulatory compliance, and performance reporting, particularly in federally funded education or workforce programs.
Communication and Outreach
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish with the ability to effectively present information to students, staff, community partners, and funding agencies.
Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving
- Ability to identify challenges, develop solutions, and implement strategies that support program sustainability and growth.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Adult Education, Public Administration, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking).
- Three years of experience in program coordination, administration, or educational program management.
- Demonstrated experience working with diverse or underserved populations.
- Experience supervising staff or coordinating teams.
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Adult Education, or related field.
- Experience working with federally funded programs such as the High School Equivalency Program or the College Assistance Migrant Program.
- Experience with adult basic education or high school equivalency preparation programs.
- Knowledge of migrant and seasonal farmworker communities and services.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS ROLE
Required:
- Strong leadership, organizational, and program management skills.
- Ability to manage budgets, grants, and federal reporting requirements.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish.
- Ability to build effective partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders.
- Commitment to educational access, equity, and student success.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work is primarily performed in an office and educational setting.
- Some evening and weekend work may be required.
- Occasional travel for outreach, recruitment, and professional conferences may be necessary.
- Requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and occasionally lift or carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Requires frequent use of a computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment.
- Requires the ability to travel locally and regionally for outreach, recruitment, meetings, conferences, and other program activities.
- Some evening, weekend, and occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
It is the policy of Klamath Community College to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
This position is contingent upon the availability of funding from external grants. In the event that grant funding is reduced, eliminated, or not renewed, the position may be subject to modification or termination.
About Klamath Community College
Klamath Community College is a comprehensive public community college located in Klamath Falls. The college serves students across the Klamath Basin and surrounding rural communities.
The college provides accessible, high-quality education and workforce training through transfer degrees, career and technical education programs, adult education, and community enrichment opportunities. Klamath Community College is committed to supporting student success, promoting economic development, and strengthening the communities it serves.
Through innovative programming and partnerships with regional employers, schools, and community organizations, the college works to expand educational access and create pathways to family-wage careers. The institution values diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to create a welcoming environment for students and employees from all backgrounds.
