OCD UX Director OCCD at Portland State University in Portland, Oregon

Job Description:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date	05/13/2024
Classification Title	Field, Research, and Outreach Services
Rank	N - No Rank
Working Title	OCD UX Director OCCD
Department	222800 - OCD Oregon Center for Career Devel
Position Number	D96363
Representation	UX - Unclassified Excluded
Renewable	Renewable
End date, if applicable	06/30/2025
Position FTE	1.0
Tenure Status	F - Fixed Term

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept	Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation. For information about the Oregon Center for Career Development in Childhood Care and Education (OCCD), please visit https://www.pdx.edu/education-career-development/
Position Summary	The Director is the lead position within the state level Oregon Center for Career Development in Childhood Care and Education (OCCD). The Director has primary responsibility for all core administrative operations including personnel management for 40 employees and financial management for a $32 million biennial budget. Work is performed in an office environment of joint decision-making with advice and guidance from state advisory committees. Work is performed with considerable latitude and independence under the general guidance of the Dean of the College of Education. This position is self-supervising and works from general mission, goals, and grant and budgetary limitations with direct accountability and responsibility for final results. This position includes travel and weekend and evening commitments.
Minimum Qualifications	• Master’s Degree in fields related to childhood care and education from an accredited institution. • Experience in administration and management. • Demonstrated accomplishment in each of the five listed areas of responsibility of the position. • Demonstration of ongoing professional development. • Evidence of the highest professional standards, ethics, and values. • Active participation in professional associations at regional, state, or national levels. • Presentations or written contributions to the professional body of knowledge. • Proficient with Microsoft Office products (i.e. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint). • Finalists must have a current valid driver’s license. Demonstrated Accomplishment in Areas of Responsibility: • Financial Management: May include experience in grant and contract development, negotiation, monitoring and compliance; resource development and grant writing; budget development and monitoring. • Personnel Management: May include experience in staffing design and development; recruitment and selection; supervision, evaluation, and support; teamwork. • System Development and Implementation: May include experience in visioning; comprehensive system development, integration, and monitoring; strategic planning and review. • Program Management: May include experience in program and policy development; data review and analysis; report and program evaluation. • Collaboration and Communication: May include experience in professional leadership; building and enhancing partner relationships; problem solving and negotiation; information campaign development; communication with constituent groups; public presentation; adult education and curricula instruction.
Preferred Qualifications	• Doctoral degree in fields related to childhood care and education from an accredited institution. • Advanced leadership in professional associations as indicated by elective or appointive offices held, awards, honors, and/or commendations. • Professional and scholarly growth reflected in research and publication, program development, and other creative endeavors. • Knowledge of and participation in state child care and education professional development Systems.
Key Cultural Competencies	Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences. Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship	Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours	Usually Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, including travel and weekend and evening commitments.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement	Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The starting annual salary for this position will be between $80,892 and $95,052, but may be negotiated above this range dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package :https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator

Search Details

Posting Close Date
Projected Close Date for Posting	Open Until Finalists Identified
Application screening begins	04/10/2024
Quick Link	https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/43893

Supplemental Questions

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1. * What is your highest degree earned?

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2. * Please name the specific field/discipline in which you received your degree.

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3. * How did you first find out about this position?
   • PSU Website
   • Indeed.com
   • HERCJobs
   • Urban League of Portland
   • Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
   • Oregon Employment Department
   • Social Media
   • Person Referral
   • Career Builder
   • Glass Door
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4. If you selected Other, please describe.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Professional References

Optional Documents

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