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Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time
Job No: 554788; 01/28/2026
DIRECTOR OF PROJECT REBOUND
California State University, Los Angeles, invites applications for the above Administrator I position.
The University: California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 22 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. We offer nationally recognized programs, and our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, and service.
As a federally recognized Hispanic-serving (HSI) and Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-serving institution (AANAPISI), Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff can thrive.
The Position: Under the general supervision of the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, the Project Rebound Director develops, implements, and evaluates outreach, access and support services for formerly incarcerated students consistent with the mission of the University. The Director works closely with the campus community in the formulation of university goals and objectives intended to facilitate the transition of formerly incarcerated students to university life and provide support services designed to enhance retention and assure student success. The Director will build community among formerly incarcerated students and the wider university community to encourage a sense of belonging and mutual support.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field.
- A minimum of three years of experience in higher education or a related field.
- Must have an understanding and awareness of concerns and needs of formerly incarcerated students.
- Demonstrated experience in managing a cost center and budgeting and/or fiscal responsibility for a program or department.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to make effective oral presentations and facilitate an open exchange of ideas.
- Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with and respond to multiple constituencies and make meaningful connections at all levels of an organization.
- Ability to anticipate program needs, make independent decisions, exercise sound judgement, and to multitask and discern priorities to meet deadlines.
- Ability to plan, organize, and direct others in the formation and implementation of programs and services; provide direction to professional and support staff; resolve conflicts and make personnel and administrative decisions; provide a high degree of professional expertise and leadership in advising and consulting with professional staff; provide professional development.
- The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment.
- A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.
California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Desired Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in higher education leadership, business administration, or a related field.
- Previous experience working with incarcerated people or formerly incarcerated students.
- Demonstrated experience supervising a team.
- Expertise and/or experience in working with a broad range of presenting problems and constituencies.
- Experience working with program assessment and outcome measures to assess service effectiveness and to promote quality improvement.
Compensation:
- Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Salary range is $4,135 - $12,288/monthly. (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $7,500 - $8,400/monthly)
- A comprehensive benefits package is provided.
Appointment:
The Administrator I appointment will be made under the guidelines for management and supervisory employees of the California State University. All rights and benefits associated with this appointment are governed by the Management Personnel Plan.
This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.
Closing Date:
Review of applications will begin on February 11, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A completed online Cal State LA employment application is required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates will be required to provide a presentation as part of the interview process.
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
To obtain employment information for the impaired call:
TDD Line (323) 343-3670
24-hour Dial-A-Job Line (323) 343-3678
Advertised: Jan 28 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:
Job no: 554788
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time
Job No: 554788; 01/28/2026
DIRECTOR OF PROJECT REBOUND
California State University, Los Angeles, invites applications for the above Administrator I position.
The University: California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 22 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. We offer nationally recognized programs, and our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, and service.
As a federally recognized Hispanic-serving (HSI) and Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-serving institution (AANAPISI), Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff can thrive.
The Position: Under the general supervision of the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, the Project Rebound Director develops, implements, and evaluates outreach, access and support services for formerly incarcerated students consistent with the mission of the University. The Director works closely with the campus community in the formulation of university goals and objectives intended to facilitate the transition of formerly incarcerated students to university life and provide support services designed to enhance retention and assure student success. The Director will build community among formerly incarcerated students and the wider university community to encourage a sense of belonging and mutual support.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field.
- A minimum of three years of experience in higher education or a related field.
- Must have an understanding and awareness of concerns and needs of formerly incarcerated students.
- Demonstrated experience in managing a cost center and budgeting and/or fiscal responsibility for a program or department.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to make effective oral presentations and facilitate an open exchange of ideas.
- Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with and respond to multiple constituencies and make meaningful connections at all levels of an organization.
- Ability to anticipate program needs, make independent decisions, exercise sound judgement, and to multitask and discern priorities to meet deadlines.
- Ability to plan, organize, and direct others in the formation and implementation of programs and services; provide direction to professional and support staff; resolve conflicts and make personnel and administrative decisions; provide a high degree of professional expertise and leadership in advising and consulting with professional staff; provide professional development.
- The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment.
- A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.
California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Desired Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in higher education leadership, business administration, or a related field.
- Previous experience working with incarcerated people or formerly incarcerated students.
- Demonstrated experience supervising a team.
- Expertise and/or experience in working with a broad range of presenting problems and constituencies.
- Experience working with program assessment and outcome measures to assess service effectiveness and to promote quality improvement.
Compensation:
- Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Salary range is $4,135 - $12,288/monthly. (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $7,500 - $8,400/monthly)
- A comprehensive benefits package is provided.
Appointment:
The Administrator I appointment will be made under the guidelines for management and supervisory employees of the California State University. All rights and benefits associated with this appointment are governed by the Management Personnel Plan.
This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.
Closing Date:
Review of applications will begin on February 11, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A completed online Cal State LA employment application is required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates will be required to provide a presentation as part of the interview process.
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
To obtain employment information for the impaired call:
TDD Line (323) 343-3670
24-hour Dial-A-Job Line (323) 343-3678
Advertised: Jan 28 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Director Of Projects
Lead with delivery metrics, not job descriptions
Hiring committees for director-level roles want evidence of outcomes. Quantify scope: budgets managed, timelines compressed, teams led. Concrete numbers make your OPT candidacy harder to dismiss than a candidate without a proven track record.
Address your OPT timeline proactively in interviews
Senior roles involve long planning horizons, so interviewers will think about your authorization runway. Name your OPT end date, explain H-1B visa sponsorship, and frame it as a solvable logistics question rather than waiting for them to raise it.
Target employers with active immigration infrastructure
Mid-to-large companies with dedicated HR and legal teams handle OPT-to-H-1B transitions routinely. Smaller firms without immigration counsel often stall at the offer stage. Prioritize organizations that have sponsored international hires at the director level before.
Highlight PMP or equivalent credentials prominently
A Project Management Professional certification or equivalent signals domain credibility independent of your visa status. For OPT candidates competing against established professionals, recognized credentials reduce perceived hiring risk at the director level significantly.
Use STEM OPT if your degree field qualifies
Degrees in engineering, computer science, information systems, or related STEM fields may qualify you for a 24-month OPT extension. That extended timeline makes H-1B sponsorship planning far more manageable and increases your attractiveness to employers weighing the commitment.
Position yourself for internal promotion paths
Joining a company at a senior project manager level with a clear path to director keeps you inside an organization already familiar with your work authorization. Internal candidates face less scrutiny during promotion than external director-level hires requiring immediate sponsorship.
Director Of Projects OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Director of Projects on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Director of Projects roles typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in project management, business, engineering, or a related field. Your OPT work authorization covers full-time employment with any sponsoring employer, so the role itself is not a barrier, provided your degree aligns with the position requirements.
How does my OPT timeline affect hiring decisions at the director level?
At the director level, employers think in multi-year planning cycles, so your OPT end date will come up. Standard post-completion OPT gives you 12 months. If your degree qualifies for STEM extension, you get an additional 24 months, which covers two H-1B lottery cycles. Being transparent about your timeline and H-1B eligibility early in the process helps employers plan rather than hesitate.
Do Director of Projects roles typically come with H-1B sponsorship?
It varies by employer. Larger companies with established immigration programs routinely sponsor H-1B visas for director-level roles, viewing it as a retention investment. Smaller organizations or those without dedicated legal counsel are less consistent. Browsing Director of Projects listings on Migrate Mate lets you filter for employers who have sponsored international workers, so you're not guessing at sponsorship likelihood.
Does my work as a Director of Projects on OPT need to be directly related to my degree?
Yes. USCIS requires that OPT employment be directly related to your major field of study. For a director-level project management role, your degree should be in project management, business administration, engineering, information systems, or a closely related discipline. If your degree is in an adjacent field, be prepared to explain the connection to your DSO and document it clearly.
What industries hire Directors of Projects who are on OPT?
Technology, construction, healthcare, consulting, and financial services are the most active sectors. Tech and consulting firms tend to have the strongest immigration infrastructure and the most experience sponsoring international talent at senior levels. The right industry for you depends on your degree background and prior project experience, since OPT requires the work to align with your field of study.