Program Standards Specialist

Title: Program Standards Specialist

Location:

California Remote

time type

Full time

job requisition id

JR101120

Job Description:

Program Standards Specialist

100% Remote within California, Must reside in California  

We are seeking a Program Standards Specialist to join FoundationCCC in its mission of benefitting, supporting, and enhancing the California Community Colleges—the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the nation. Together, we are building stronger communities by getting students and colleges the resources they need to succeed and expanding pathways to economic and social mobility across California. Join us as we continue this important work to uphold the value of community colleges in building a brighter future.  

What You’ll Do 

The Foundation's Collaborative Impact Department, through the LAUNCH Apprenticeship Network, seeks a Program Standards Specialist to play a critical role in the department's success by applying deep project management skills experience to ensure high-quality design and delivery of specific registered apprenticeship and work-based learning programs. This position ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, working closely with the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS), the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), and internal and external stakeholders. The Specialist will establish and manage systems to track program elements, contribute to continuous improvement efforts, and help ensure that apprenticeship programs are high-quality and accessible.

• Regulatory Oversight & Liaison:

  ·         Serve as a liaison with the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) and the U.S. Department of Labor.

  ·         Submit registered apprenticeship program standards to DAS and DOL in a timely and accurate manner.

  ·         Collaborate with DAS consultants to ensure program standards meet all regulatory requirements.

•  Program Standards Development & Tracking:

  ·         Maintain current knowledge of state and federal apprenticeship regulations, including Labor and Education Codes.

  ·         Develop and manage a tracking system for all components of registered apprenticeship program standards packages, such as work processes and competencies; related and supplemental instruction; required DAS/DOL forms; LEA letters; wage schedules; and more.

•  Process Improvement & Quality Assurance:

  ·         Collaborate with the LAUNCH team to identify and implement improvements to apprenticeship program access, efficiency, and quality.

  ·         Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining employer and apprentice participation in registered programs.

Attributes for Success 

•  Exceptional ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, synthesize, and communicate complex topics to a variety of audiences, in a variety of formats (e.g. toolkits, reports, graphic displays, presentations) in an easy-to-understand way.  

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences, from C-suite professionals to inexperienced youth.

• Our work holds great weight and responsibility, and the opportunity to impact the lives of millions 

• FoundationCCC blends the impact of a non-profit, the culture of an entrepreneurial start-up, and the scale of a state agency 

• Team members are hired for their expertise in niche areas across our areas of impact and higher education overall, and for their knowledge of business, philanthropy, technology, communications, and more 

What we Offer 

FoundationCCC is fully committed to a “remote-first” philosophy, and recruits and hires talent across the state in fully remote positions, where virtual work is possible. Our headquarters are located in Downtown Sacramento, just blocks from California’s State Capitol.  

Benefits 

• Competitive compensation, generous PTO, holidays  

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Wellness offerings 

• CalPERS retirement program and optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans 

• Tuition reimbursement 

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer 

Budgeted Annual Salary Pay Range:

$62,000.00 - $72,000.00

Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.