Interim Dean, Business And Career Education

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Overall responsibility to the Vice President of Academic Affairs for the leadership and administration of all aspects of the Division of Business and Career Education. Responsible for the design, delivery, staffing, administrative support, supervision, and evaluation of Division academic programs and academic support staff as well as student enrollment, progress and discipline and all related records and reports. Oversight for specially funded career education programs such as Perkins, Strong Workforce Program and Apprenticeship. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY OF INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Provides direction and support to faculty in the development, revision and evaluation of curriculum and materials, serves on the Division Curriculum Committee, and may serve on the District Curriculum and Instruction Council.

Reviews and approves curriculum development proposals, course outlines, and program changes, textbook recommendations, field trip requests, credit by examination requests and program requirements waivers.

Reviews instructional and other programs for compliance with applicable state and federal law, regulations and guidelines, district policy and procedure, and responsiveness to the needs of a culturally diverse community.

PERSONNEL

As delegated by the Vice President, Academic Affairs, is responsible for or effectively recommends the hire, transfer, suspension, lay-off, recall, promotion, assignment, discipline, training, professional development, direction and evaluation of work, and adjustment of grievances of division personnel; also responsible for administering collective bargaining agreements, employment and promotion selection procedures, compliance with District policies, rules and regulations regarding personnel, evaluation of the performance of academic and classified staff assigned to the instructional program and providing direction and assistance wherever a need for improvement is identified.

STUDENTS

Responsible for the adjustment of grievances and complaints, scheduling, evaluation and reporting of performance, the resolution of student problems and complaints.

BUDGET/FUNDING/PAYROLL

Substantial responsibilities for the timely and accurate preparation, submission and administration of the college instructional and Division budgets, and payroll accounting for adjunct faculty.

PLANNING

Responsible for evaluating proposed offerings, enrollment history, budget, demand and program requirements to determine the number and nature of offerings, scheduling of classes, staffing and available facilities, supplies, equipment and materials. Monitors enrollment, cancels and changes classes in response to utilization.

COMMUNITY CONTACT/REPRESENTATION

Must be a highly visible educational leader seeking positions of significant leadership in community institutions and support organizations and on state boards and committees to articulate, enhance and improve programs and services and reputation on the state and national levels.

OTHER PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Significant responsibility for chairing and supervision of college and District-wide committees and task forces.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervise all aspects of the planning, funding, coordinating, staffing, delivery, and evaluation of programs in the Division.

• Supervise the performance of all personnel functions for assigned staff. Use enrollment management tools and data for decision making.

• Utilize the District integrated information system, Datatel to facilitate organizational and management practices as they apply to the analysis and evaluation of programs, and operational practices.

• Work with Department Chairs to monitor student learning outcomes and assessment activities at the program and course levels; apply knowledge of accreditation standards of the Accreditation Commission for Junior and Community Colleges and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, or similar accreditation group; demonstrate knowledge of and oversee online learning that include course management systems such as Blackboard.

• Apply current complex principles and practices of instructional program development and administration; principles and practices of budget preparation and administration; principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation and pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations including the Education Code; comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of curriculum development and instructional teaching strategies, management principles and practices including understanding of human resources; current trends, research and development in post-secondary education, specifically community colleges.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree and at least one year of formal training, internship or leadership experience reasonably related to this administrative assignment; or a valid California Administrative or Supervisory Credential authorizing service at the community college level.

Required Skills: Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems, plan, evaluate and supervise delivery of instructional program and strategies, analyze and apply laws, rules and regulations involving programs, staff and students, and represent the college at the community, state and national levels.

Preferable Qualifications: Two years of full-time teaching experience in a business or Career Technical Education related discipline preferably at the community college level; or equivalent. Experience linking educational programs to the economic and workforce development needs of business and industry. Evidence of work with business and industry groups. Ability to develop and implement grants and new occupational programs. Knowledge of occupational-CTE funding sources (VATEA-Perkins) and reporting requirements.

ABOUT RANCHO SANTIAGO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is one of the most established districts in the state and has been in operation for nearly 50 years. Located in the heart of Orange County, it is one of the largest of California's 72 community college districts, based on the number of credit and non-credit students. RSCCD encompasses 25 percent of Orange County's total area and serves a population of more than 700,000 residents in the communities of Anaheim Hills, Orange, Santa Ana, Villa Park, and portions of Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Tustin, and Yorba Linda. The District includes Santiago Canyon College and Santa Ana College, as well as the Centennial and Orange Continuing Education Centers, the Digital Media Center, Joint Powers Fire Training Center, the Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Academy, the College and Workforce Preparation Center, and the District Operations Center. RSCCD's three (3) auxiliary Foundations are actively involved in supporting both community and campus programs.

EEO STATEMENT

The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is committed to the concept and principles of staff diversity and equal employment opportunity by prohibiting discrimination based on ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), marital status, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Applications from all persons interested in the position are encouraged.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Application Screening

In addition to the requirements and responsibilities listed, the following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for interviews:

• Educational experience - breadth and depth

• Work experience (breadth and depth)

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities

• Program development

• Community involvement

• Demonstrated experience in working with a diverse socio-economic community

• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others

Based on the information presented in the application materials, a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a written test and an oral interview.

Meeting the position's minimum requirements does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements and are deemed the most competitive in the applicant pool.

Interview

Applicants selected for an interview may be required to take additional tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior to the date of the interview. During the oral session, those selected for interviews will, in addition to the above, also be evaluated on the following factors:

• Oral communication skills

• Presentation

• Problem-solving skills

A predetermined set of questions will be asked of all applicants interviewed. Applicants are requested to provide thorough yet concise information on their related experience to ensure the correct evaluation of their qualifications. Evaluation criteria will be applied consistently to all applicants. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants should contact Recruitment in the Human Resources Office for assistance.

Application Procedures

To ensure full consideration, all applicants must submit a complete online Rancho Santiago Community College District application that includes the items listed below by the position's closing date. Recruitment will review all applications for completeness, and only complete application packets will be forwarded to the screening committee for further review.

A Complete Application Packet Must Include the Following:

• RSCCD Online Application

• Cover Letter

• Resume - details all relevant education, training, and other work experience

• Academic Transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted)

Foreign Transcripts: Education completed outside of the United States must be equivalent to that gained in the conventional/accredited United States education programs to be considered for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), a United States-based credentials evaluation service, must translate and evaluate Foreign transcripts.

Conditions of Employment

The selected candidate is required to complete the following before employment as part of the onboarding process:

• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

• Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis Exam.

• Fingerprints (by a Live Scan Agency at the candidate's expense, and clearance must be received before the first day of employment)

• Submit official transcripts.