Overview

This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place on December 29, 2025.

The starting salary range for this position is $7,400 - $8,350 per month depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable

Academy for Professional Excellence, a project of San Diego State University School of Social Work, was established in 1996 with the goal of revolutionizing the way people work to ensure the world is a healthier place. Our services integrate culturally responsive and recovery-oriented practices into our daily work to promote healing and healthy relationships. Providing approximately 50,000 learning experiences to health and human service and justice system professionals annually, the Academy provides a variety of workforce development solutions in Southern California and beyond. With seven programs, three divisions and over 100 staff, the Academy’s mission is to provide exceptional learning and development experiences for the transformation of individuals, organizations, and communities.

As a member of the Academy team you will be engaging in communal development of heart, mind, and practice. You are expected to foster culturally responsive practice behaviors to promote well-being and a culture that focuses on healing, healthy relationships and changed behaviors.

The Development Operations Supervisor position is housed in the Strategy, Development, & Organizational Advancement Division (30 employees) within the Learning and Brand Development Unit (15 employees) which is responsible for strategic development of learning, products, and practices that strengthen our organizational culture, brand identity, and ability to fulfill our promise. Specifically, the position will be part of the Workforce Management and Development Team (7 employees). The overall Division nurtures organizational health and facilitates innovation by building responsive and proactive evaluation, strategy, and system solutions grounded in data, best practice, and collaborative partnerships.

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Learning & Development Operations Manager, the Development Operations Supervisor is responsible for managing and improving the Academy Service Provider Experience across its full lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to schedule management, engagement, development, and exit. This position leads centralized process improvements and ensures alignment with the Academy System of Practice. This role supervises staff supporting service providers, provides training, evaluation, and coaching, and creates a sense of community for our service providers as they are an extension of Academy staff. This position drives continuous quality improvement through data analysis and evaluation, supports operational systems and documentation protocols, and collaborates with internal teams to enhance workflows and technology platforms.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

This is a 40-hour-a-week, full-time position, working M-F from 8:00 to 4:30 p.m., based on contract funding subject to annual renewal. The position is subject to intermittent overnight travel and work shifts outside normal business hours, including weekends and evenings. This is a hybrid position, requires you to live in California and has the flexibility to be fully remote, or hybrid through the use of hoteling office space (Academy Riverside or San Diego office locations).

Note: some duties may include working with and/or exposure to sensitive/traumatic topics or material dealing with child abuse, abuse against older adults and adults with disabilities, and/or issues and scenarios related to mental health, substance use, or racism.

The Academy is a project of the San Diego State University Research Foundation, which is grant-funded and serves as an auxiliary to the University. The Academy is based near, but not on campus, and does not have direct responsibilities for working with or teaching college students.

The Academy is currently going through a reclassification process. If this position’s classification changes during this process, it would not change the role, responsibilities, or compensation of the position.

The Academy is in the process of centralizing key functions related to content/curriculum processes and service provider management. An organizational needs assessment will inform a strategic plan to centralize and create standards across divisions/programs. The Workforce Management and Development team will likely experience shifts in processes and workflows as they transition from supporting one program to the full agency. The overall scope of the role and responsibilities of this position should not change.

OPERATIONAL OVERSIGHT OF THE ACADEMY SERVICE PROVIDER EXPERIENCE (25%)

Lead and drive centralized process improvements to the Academy Service Provider Experience (lifecycle), with a strong focus on maintaining fidelity to the System of Practice.
Oversee rolling recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of service providers by collaborating with the Development Operations Coordinator and Technical Administrative Coordinator to advance effective practices that support inclusive hiring and create fair and equitable promotion strategies.
Develop and strengthen healthy relationships with service providers (SPs), engage them as Academy staff, and nurture a sense of community within our SP pool.
Serve as the primary point of contact for support, questions, issues, and concerns related to service provider experiences, managing relationships and feedback from internal partners and service providers; ensure the L&D Ops Manager is informed/involved as appropriate.
Guide the service provider exit process to ensure consistency and compliance with requirements for transition.
Partner with key teams including but not limited to DEI/Org Culture, Contracts/Fiscal, Evaluation, and Systems to establish and maintain standardized processes and systems; review, evaluate, and adjust processes with an equity lens.
Coordinate and manage WMD project scopes and provider contracts in collaboration with Contracts/Fiscal to ensure deliverable timeframes and adherence to budgetary parameters.

Create and maintain the policies and procedures for the Academy Service Provider Experience which includes supporting the Development Operations Coordinator and Technical Administrative Coordinator with policies under their oversight.

LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISION (20%)

Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, retain, and supervise staff supporting service providers.
Personnel management for up to 4 direct reports, including regular supervision, regular and timely performance evaluations, and provision of strengths-based supervision and support. Work with the L&D Ops Manager, Director of Culture, Learning & Development, and Brand Strategy, Senior Director of Strategy, Development, and Organizational Advancement, Academy Executive Director, and HR to address performance issues if needed.
Develop and track individual development goals for direct reports.
Establish and monitor progress toward program goals, priorities, and major work projects.
Inform staffing requirements (positions and duties) and resource needs.
Participate in strategic planning and team development activities with other supervisors and the L&D Ops Manager for the WMD unit.
Actively engage in individual skill development as a leader, model behavior, and demonstrate personal accountability aligned with the Academy System of Practice.

DEVELOPMENT AND CAPACITY BUILDING (20%)

Identify, develop, and facilitate learning experiences for service providers to enhance skill development including but not limited to coaching, instructor-led training, and creation of practice tools.
Conduct evaluations and observations, as needed, and provide feedback and coaching to service providers in real-time to support their development; this may include performance management.
Conceptualize, coordinate, and host development and/or networking events for service providers to meet needs identified through assessment and evaluation processes, including contract-required events.

Develop and share tools, resources, and training materials to help Academy staff understand the Academy Service Provider Experience, key policies for centralized processes, and their role in ensuring service providers are part of our community.

ASSESSMENT, EVALUATION, AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT (20%)

Drive continuous quality improvement (CQI) of annual service provider needs assessments and evaluation processes including designing/redesigning needs assessment and evaluation tools to align with the Academy System of Practice.
Analyze data from service provider needs assessments, end-of-day training surveys, observations, feedback from internal/external partners, and evaluations to inform development and/or networking needs and opportunities for our service providers.
Create and utilize shared, efficient documentation protocols to track time requirements and ongoing engagement with service providers using available technology/software.
Remain aware of contract deliverables/requirements, amendments, and state/county initiatives as they relate to expectations for service providers and ensure requirements are built into plans for service provider engagement.
Optimize and maintain project management and tracking systems, using available software solutions (Access Planit, Zoho, Trello), and provide regular operational reports/updates to the L&D Ops Manager and WMD Team as appropriate.
Collaborate with key teams and staff to identify, acquire, implement, and maintain technology platforms to enhance operational workflows and how we engage our service providers.
Track trainer requirements and notification, scheduling, and compensation for development opportunities and serve as the liaison with the Academy’s Fiscal/Contracts team to manage trainer requirements and development opportunities.

PROGRAM AND DIVISION SUPPORT (10%)

Work collaboratively with division and program teams to advance organizational goals.
Attend regularly scheduled meetings across teams (e.g., LMS, Contracts/Fiscal, Evaluation).
Attend Academy and statewide committee meetings as assigned (travel may be required).

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED (5%)

Perform other duties as assigned which are in the best interests of the Academy for Professional Excellence.
Travel to off-site locations for Academy and Program meetings (primarily in Riverside and San Diego).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Advanced project management skills, including planning and executing technical, relational, and operational project activities with cross-functional teams.
In-depth understanding of culturally responsive and recovery-oriented practices.
Demonstrated ability to integrate practice into operational strategies.
Advanced interpersonal communication skills (verbal, written, and visual design) that are responsive to diverse engagement styles.
Ability to demonstrate a high level of cultural responsiveness, including listening skills and high EQ.
Strong ability to develop and implement effective strategies to support SPs across the entire employee lifecycle.
Familiarity with adult learning principles, curriculum development, and coaching methodologies.
Strong leadership and supervision skills, including performance management and staff development.
Strong proficiency in assessments, data analysis, evaluation, and reporting.
Strong ability to liaise between teams across divisions and programs, service providers, and partners.
Strong ability to use technology/software platforms (e.g., Access PlanIt, Zoho solutions).
Skilled at tracking and following up to ensure processes are implemented and maintained.
Strong ability to define, develop, and implement policies and procedures.
Strong ability to plan, coordinate, and initiate actions necessary to implement group decision, strong leadership, and organization/administrative skills.
Ability to assess problems, identify solutions, and engage in collaborative problem-solving in nuanced, cross-functional settings.
Strong ability to prioritize competing requests and handle interruptions well.
Proven ability to lead a team through new and changing situations.
Strong ability to create and deliver high-level communication assets that translate complex information into digestible, easy-to-follow information.
Proven ability to effectively handle interpersonal interactions at all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to interact effectively with staff, service providers, partners, and potential customers.
Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.
Ability to display good judgment and critical thinking skills.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

6-years of progressively responsible experience performing varied or specialized administrative and analytical duties and/or service as a program administrator.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree or higher in Social Work
Five years of experience in the assessment and evaluation of skills in the areas of training preparation, facilitation, delivery, engagement, and time management.
Two years of clinical experience demonstrating relational and leadership skills.
Three years of experience with project development and implementation, process evaluation, and/or operational improvement in a workforce development or health and human service setting.
Experience with technical platforms such as project management software and/or customer relationship management (CRM) platforms.
Experience working in a child welfare services program, health services, human services, and/or social services for a public agency (for example: state or county health and/or human services agency).

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION

Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.
Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on background check results (including a criminal record check).
San Diego State University Research Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU Research Foundation provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin or any other categories protected by federal or state law.
Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has equal access to resources and support.
SDSU Research Foundation complies with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), and other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws including grant or contract terms and conditions related to funded program activities. Further the SDSU Research Foundation maintains a Nondiscrimination Policy that prohibits discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all programs, policies, and practices.
SDSU Research Foundation makes all employment decisions including, but not limited to, applicant screening, hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, benefits, disciplinary actions, and terminations on the basis of merit.

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