Los Angeles Community College District

Satellite College Operations Supervisor (#2131)

$50.22-$62.21 hourly / $8,704.00-$10,783.00 monthly / $104,448.00-$129,396.00 annual


Definition

Plans, coordinates, supervises and participates in the evening shift operations and activities of a satellite education center of a college.

Typical Duties

Plans, coordinates, supervises and participates in the evening shift operations and activities of a satellite center.

Participates in implementing a marketing plan and advertising campaign that will increase public awareness and enhance the image and funding sources of a satellite center.

Maintains liaison with community leaders, community and business organizations, and public agencies to determine the needs of the satellite center and to stimulate interest in satellite center programs.

Recommends and enforces operational policies and procedures for assigned operations of a satellite center.

Participates in collecting, developing, and organizing information for dissemination to college and community and business groups through a variety of media including radio, television, newspaper, magazines, social media platforms, podcasts, email, and Web pages.

Collects a variety of data related to community needs and interests and satellite center student success.

Schedules classes and workshops and provides appropriate support services to students participating in programs at a satellite center.

Prepares reports, promotional materials, and presentations related to a satellite center.

Assists in the preparation of the annual budget and reviews and monitors expenditures for a satellite center.

Estimates, justifies, and recommends financial, staffing, facilities, and equipment requirements based on program needs, available resources, and grant and profitability requirements.

Investigates and provides resolution of problems and complaints pertinent to a satellite center.

Oversees and participates in the preparation of supply and equipment requisitions for a satellite center.

Participates in the negotiation and preparation of contracts for the lease of various facilities.

Prepares requests for contracts and defines scope of work.

Ensures proper security and physical condition of buildings, grounds, and equipment at a satellite center.

Supervises and evaluates assigned staff.

Supervises and participates in the maintenance of program and student records.

Acts for the Manager of Satellite College Operations in their absence.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics

A Satellite College Operations Supervisor plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in the evening shift operations and activities of a satellite education center of a college.

A Manager of Satellite College Operations plans, organizes, promotes, manages, and evaluates the operations and activities of a satellite education center of a college.

Supervision

General supervision is received from a classified or academic manager or administrator. Immediate supervision is exercised over assigned technical and clerical staff.

Class Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Principles and techniques of community relations, promotion, publicity, marketing, and advertising

Mission, philosophy, and goals of a college

Activities and interests of community groups, professional organizations, and the associated student organizations

Principles of business and personnel management

Basic principles and practices of budget preparation and administration

District organization, operations, policies, and procedures

Business communications and report formats

Los Angeles County community and business resources available to the college

Principles and techniques of research

Principles of supervision, team building, and training

Organization and management of records

Capabilities of computer applications used in business and management systems

Ability to:

Supervise and participate in assigned operations of a satellite education center

Promote a positive image of a satellite education center

Implement and enforce operational procedures

Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with a diverse pool of administrators, staff, students, and representatives  of the community and business organizations

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Assess situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

Apply, interpret, and explain pertinent laws, rules, regulations, procedures, and policies

Select, train, motivate, and supervise the work of others

Meet schedules and time lines

Gather and compile data

Prepare clear, comprehensive, and accurate reports, presentations, correspondence, and publicity materials

Effectively utilize computer equipment, software, and management information systems in the performance of duties

Travel to off-site meetings and events

Learn specialized computer applications

Entrance Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A. A master’s degree from a recognized college or university, preferably with a major in business administration, public administration, or a related field AND one year of full-time, paid experience in supervising the operations of an educational program or center.

OR

B. A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university, preferably with a major in business administration, public administration, or a related field AND three years of full-time, paid experience in supervising the operations of an educational program or center.

Special:

A valid Class “C” California driver's license.

Travel to locations throughout the District is required.

Reasonable Accommodations

Our class specification generally describes the duties, responsibilities, and requirements characteristic of the position(s) within this job class. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a particular position within this class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Los Angeles Community College District provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with covered disabilities on a case-by-case basis throughout the application, examination, and hiring processes and throughout employment. If an individual is in doubt about their ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of a position or possession of any other requirement noted in a class specification or job announcement, they should always apply for a position and request reasonable accommodation at the appropriate time.


CLASS: 2131; EST: 8/8/2002; REV: 6/3/2026; Salary Effec. Date: 7/1/2025;