Manager of Student Programs
Community Colleges of Spokane
Location: Spokane Falls Main Campus Spokane
Department: SFCC Student Life & Activities
Salary Range: $73,516 - $83,103
Starting salary for this position is: $73,516 (Annually)
The salary range represents the earning potential for this position, through training, evaluations and years spent working in this position with Spokane Colleges.
Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 11/25/2025. The application process will not be available after this time. To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. on the closing date.
About the Manager of Student Programs
JOB SUMMARY
The Manager of Student Programs (Leadership Programs & Student Government) is responsible for oversight and supervision of activities, events, and programs associated with student funded programs at Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC) and the SFCC Pullman Campus. These include advising the Associated Student Government (ASG) and its activities, providing leadership to student clubs and organizations and their advisors, and supervising the Student Union Building recreation center and the student-run food pantry.
The Manager is charged with providing and modeling a philosophy of student-centered advising that is empowering, developmental, and creates a culture of learning opportunities and experiences designed to teach leadership skills, foster civic engagement, and support personal and professional growth among college students. The Manager reports to the Dean of Students.
The Manager is responsible for partnering with relevant college and district stakeholders, including Campus Security and the Dean of Students Office as needed, to appropriately anticipate, manage, and make reasonable and informed efforts to mitigate risk associated with student events. The Manager brings strong knowledge of the fundamentals and principles of risk management in student activities in a public higher education setting and provides leadership to the campus community in evaluating activities for risk and making recommendations for strategies that reduce risk.
The Manager provides leadership to student leaders in ASG and student clubs and organizations on all issues related to fiscal management, budgeting, and purchasing. The Manager also assists with emergency management issues for the Student Union Building and works with SFCC dining vendors in the Student Union on issues related to contracts and facilities.
Under the direction and guidance of the Dean of Students, the Manager may assist the Dean periodically with outreach, support, and/or case management for select student cases that have been referred to the Dean's office for either student conduct matters or issues of concern. In this role, the Manager is expected to maintain discretion, and respect for matters related to privacy of student records and information.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in student affairs, education, or a related field; or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates competency for this position.
• Knowledge of best practices for professional advising of student government, clubs, and/or student organizations in a higher education setting.
• Experience planning, organizing, and implementing student events and activities.
• Experience in planning, managing, and reconciling budgets.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with diplomacy and professionalism.
• Ability to work flexible hours (night and weekends) for events.
• Ability to travel periodically for conferences, meetings, and events.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning, and working environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Commitment to always promoting the welfare and best interests of students.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations, including the skills to connect with those with varied communication and support needs.
• Proficiency with office software including Microsoft Office suite and video conferencing, etc.
• Ability to comply with district policy, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders, and statutes, and collective bargaining agreements.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Contract 12-month position.
• This position is overtime eligible.
• Requires local or regional travel. If using a personal vehicle, proof of driver's license and car insurance is required.
• Criminal background check is required.
• May be required to work alternate shifts.
Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.
Required Application Materials
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:
• Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
• Resume.
• References - the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.
• College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are required upon hire.
For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process, or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at mailto:[email protected]
Equal Opportunity Institution
Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access, Title IX, ADA, equal opportunity compliance, and/or grievances to:
Frederick Davis, MA
Chief Human Resources Officer
Spokane Colleges
P.O. Box 6000, MS1004
Spokane, WA. 99217-6000
509-434-5040 / mailto:[email protected].
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6726792
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