Job Title

Program Developer

Classification

Extended Education Specialist II

AutoReqId

537491

Department

Extended Education Extension Administration

Sub-Division

Extension Programs

Salary Range

Classification Range $5,732 - $8,176 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $5,732 - $6,343 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours. Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive university that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

Extension Programs collaborate with University departments and colleges on unique programs for students from the community and around the world. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Program Developer (Extended Education Specialist II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the general direction of the Executive Director, the Program Developer has a growth-oriented lead role in the vital mission of this unit to provide self-supported Cal State Fullerton degree and post-baccalaureate programs in strategic collaboration with academic and other partners to interested and qualified students. Primary responsibilities of this position include program development and management, budget development and oversight, outreach, recruitment, and retention. The Program Developer will work collaboratively with academic and administrative campus partners to develop and administer programs and ensure student success. The Program Developer will be well informed concerning CSU policies/Executive Orders which govern all self-support programs within the CSU. The Program Developer will be knowledgeable regarding strategic planning, business development, new program development, program management and assessment. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent from an accredited four-year college or university preferably with courses in adult education and curriculum planning. Three years of experience planning classes and curriculum for higher or extended education programs including developing resources, budgets, and marketing plans, as well as serving as a community liaison. Knowledge of the procedures and practices of educational program and curriculum planning and development. Knowledge of the processes required to plan and construct academic programs and course outlines. Ability to determine needs for new or revised programs, plan hours, and develop course outlines with instructors. Ability to locate instructors and assist them in understanding and completing contract arrangements. Ability to develop budgets and analyze costs. Working knowledge of marketing principles with the ability to implement promotional strategies and utilize social media. Ability to represent the CSU system to the community and develop working relationships. Ability to manage logistics and analyze the cost information and statistics of providing classes. Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills to recruit for and work with faculty, staff, advisory boards, representatives of business and industry, and international communities. Ability to work well in a team environment. Ability to effectively multi-task, organize and plan work assignments, events, and responsibilities while meeting deadlines. Experience with financial management to work with self-sustaining budgets, grow revenue, contain costs, and manage resources.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university strongly preferred. A minimum of three years successful experience developing and managing university academic programs including developing curriculum, resources, budgets, and marketing plans, as well as serving as a community liaison. Experience developing and managing university academic programs in a self-support environment greatly preferred. Strong operational background essential. Excellent critical thinking skills, including problem solving, decision making and conceptualizing. Demonstrated successful experience in business development, project management and assessment. Ability to deal effectively with ambiguity, change and adapt appropriately to a broad range of situations. Skilled in building alliances, partnering, and working as a positive, motivating force for collaboration within an organization. Successful experience providing guidance and direction to colleagues and partners. Comprehensive knowledge of CSUF infrastructure, policies, and procedures desirable.

License/Certifications

A Valid California Driver’s License and reliable means of transportation.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Frequent interruptions; open, shared workspace.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
 
If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.
 
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 
 
California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).