David Mendoza
I am motivated by my desire to give back to the community, which has led me to pursue a career in higher education, grant management, student talent acquisition, and institutional recruitment.
- Role
- Grant Project Manager at Irvine Valley College
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About David Mendoza
With over twelve years of leadership experience spanning academia, athletics, and community involvement, my passion for leadership emerged early, propelling me toward pursuing a doctorate degree. Higher education has provided a platform to showcase my leadership qualities, particularly in connecting with first-generation college students and those continuing family traditions. I am dedicated to helping students achieve their dreams through public speaking, recruiting, event planning, and career counseling. Prioritizing availability and active engagement, I strive to build relationships within my community through education and athletics. My love for students blossomed during my coaching roles in high school and college volleyball. My life\'s journey revolves around teamwork, emphasizing trust, behavioral leadership, and valuable mentorship. The leadership model I embrace focuses on building teams anchored in trust, meaningful relationships, a growth mindset, and positive reinforcements.
Experience
Grant Project Manager
May 2022 — Present
Conceptualized recruiting strategies for the inaugural college corps cohort of 67 students, which became part of the Californians For All Program. Planned, organized, and administered the IVC College Corps Program, which included implementing the program, hiring, and onboarding training. Oversight of operational budget with forecasting, preparing, and analyzing operational budgets using online financial systems.Ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations that consisted of submitting required reports and documentationServed as the primary point of contact and liaison for the program with partner sites, agencies, and district personnel in Orange County. Coordinated the program implementation efforts with consortium members such as Vanguard and Concordia-Irvine. Monitored and complied with data collection for participant tracking and reporting for all program activities.
Education
California Baptist University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Organizational Leadership
2016 — 2017
Riverside Community College
General Education, Criminal Justice Administration
2004 — 2006
California Baptist University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Criminal Justice Administration
2005 — 2008
Grand Canyon University
Doctor of Education - EdD, Organizational Leadership and Development
2018 — 2025
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