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OPPORTUNITY
The selected candidate for this position will be an integral member of the Counseling and College Persistence Team, leading the organization’s expansion of Dual Enrollment programs, College and Career Access Pathways, and Career Technical Education.
This is a Central Office position which will require travel between schools and the Central Office. The College & Career Access Pathways Coordinator works year-round and is a grant-funded position ending on June 30, 2026.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
> In collaboration with Senior Director of Counseling and College Persistence
> Assist with the development of sustainable and replicable dual-enrollment, college and career access pathways, and CTE programs that can be launched throughout the network
> Develop feedback mechanisms that teams can utilize to improve and update college and career pathways
> Serve as a liaison between schools, government agencies, and higher education partners
> Coordinate relationships with corporate, non-profit, community college, university, and rigorous gap year program partners to implement initiatives that promote and enhance postsecondary and career access and success for GDPSC students
> Progress monitor accountability standards and program/pathway goals partners, schools sites and relevant stakeholders
> Prepare and submit reports as needed to meet reporting requirements and other
programmatic needs
> Collaborate with the Data & Analytics team to track and share outcomes across initiatives
> Coordinate with Central Office communications and operations teams to develop collateral to promote awareness of program and services in order to meet program recruitment targets
> In collaboration with the Counseling and College Persistence, Finance, Education, Development, Data Analytics teams, establish and drive short- and long-term strategies for scale and sustainability of the program within and outside of existing regions
> In collaboration with the Senior Director of Counseling and College Persistence design, develop and lead innovative pilot programs leveraging external partnerships to effectively and sustainably drive college and career success outcomes
> Lead partner strategy, assess the strength and potential of existing and prospective partnerships and negotiate Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) that will benefit GDPSC students
> Lead professional development and coaching for school teams related to partnership development and success management.
> Oversee the development of program activities with GDPSC middle and high schools that support the program goals. Oversight includes negotiation of sub-contracts, ensuring partners complete vendor certification, COI, and MOUs and approval of all expenditures, approval of changes to activities, and enforcement of policies in place to ensure compliance with related regulations.
> Participate in Green Dot and individual professional development programs
> Attend and participate in all team meetings and professional development sessions
> Plan and participate in weekly one-on-one meetings with Sr. Director of Counseling & College Persistence
QUALIFICATIONS
As an ideal candidate, you:
> have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline (required)
> hold a valid School Counseling PPS or teaching credential (required)
> have a minimum of five years of experience working in a leadership-related and/or management role in secondary or postsecondary education
> have a minimum of two years of successful work experience in delivering educational support services to disadvantaged students, preferably with educational equity or college access program is preferred
> possess basic knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements
> possess basic knowledge of academic programs, including curricula and admissions requirements at higher education institutions
> possess basic knowledge of higher education institutions (UC, CSU, CC, Private Colleges), and the ability to explain procedures to youth, parents, and school representatives
> possess basic knowledge working with a diverse student population, and sensitivity to culture, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status.
> have strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal, oral, & written communication skills (required)
> are able to organize and plan complex projects and activities
> are able to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects
> can exhibit flexibility and high social-emotional competence
> are able to establish rapport and relationships with high school personnel, students, families, community members, university departments and faculty members
> are dependable, humble, have a sense of humor and a rock-solid commitment to Green Dot’s mission and the communities we serve
> will need to pass a TB test and background check at time of offer
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to perform the job.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $90,000 to $102,000. Opportunities for salary growth are available over time; however, offers near the upper end of the salary range are uncommon. Individual education and experience will be considered when issuing offers. In addition, if hired by June 30, 2024, this position qualifies for a one-time $2,500 signing bonus, paid in two installments after months 6 and 12 of employment (subject to change).
Note: This is a grant-funded position to end on June 30, 2026
Green Dot also offers one of the most robust and comprehensive benefits packages in the industry (for both you and your dependents):
> Full-time employees are eligible to participate in Green Dot’s benefit plans effective on the first of the month following their date of hire.
> PPO, EPO and HMO choices for medical, dental and vision - including a 100% employee-only paid option; multiple tiers available for purchase at a reduced cost for dependents (visit https://www.mygreendotbenefits.com/ for more information)
> Employee Assistance Program (100% employer-paid)
> Life and AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid)
> Optional Term Life & AD&D Insurance
> Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% employer-paid)
> Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)
> Monthly parking for Central Office-based employees (100% employer-paid)
> Wellness programs and resources
> Financial planning/coaching access
> California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) participation, with both employee and employer contributions
> Optional 401k contribution option
> Eligible employees receive a discretionary bonus after one year of service as an alternative to a traditional company match at a rate up to 4% of your salary (match of deferral) plus 20% of 4% (to offset taxes on the discretionary bonus).
> Access to telecommuting/hybrid policy (eligibility determined by hiring manager)
> Potential for annual performance-based compensation increases
> Potential for annual bonuses
> Approved family care and/or medical leave (unpaid)
Green Dot also offers generous paid time off for an overall work-life balance, while giving employees the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of all students:
> 10 days of paid time off during the school year for personal illness/injury (a portion of which may be used for personal necessity)
> An additional 15 days (minimum) of paid time off each year for our Winter and Spring breaks* (which include the Christmas and New Year’s holidays)
> An additional 10 annual paid holidays (MLK Day, President’s Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day and Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Day after Thanksgiving)
> 3-5 days of paid bereavement leave (if needed)
*May be adjusted annually
Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted and we are looking to fill this position as soon as possible.
Green Dot Public Schools has embedded a diversity, equity and inclusion lens in our organizational culture, as well as in our educational and talent practices. We are committed to hiring those who reflect the diversity of our communities, and we recruit, employ, support, compensate and promote employees, without regard to their actual or perceived race, religious creed (including religious dress or grooming practices), color, national origin or ancestry (including native language spoken), physical or mental disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), parental status, age (forty (40) and over), sexual orientation, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, citizenship, immigration status or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Please note that Green Dot Public Schools California is unable to sponsor any applicant for a temporary or permanent U.S employment-based visa, nor hire any applicant currently holding a temporary U.S. employment-based visa.
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