DEFINITION:
Under general direction to plan, coordinate, direct, and evaluate assigned academic departments and programs and to do other related administrative duties as required; and value and promote the mission and vision of the college.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
These are academic administrative positions. Each incumbent in this classification will report directly to the Associate Superintendent/Vice President, Academic Affairs, and will perform professional duties involving independent judgment in the interpretation and application of policy and procedure. This will involve a high frequency of responsible contact with administrative and professional staff, students, and public and private agencies requiring sound judgment and good communication skills. Incumbents will be responsible for the programs of several academic departments as well as other academic duties and responsibilities as may be assigned including a shared responsibility for evening and summer supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Implements the philosophy and policies of the college and ensures that the educational programs achieve the College mission, vision, and goals.
2. Plans, supervises, directs, facilitates, and provides leadership to the instructional programs, which includes both academic and occupational programs.
3. Supervises department chairpersons and program coordinators on matters related to curriculum and program development, curriculum revision, new course offerings, staffing, personnel problems, evaluation of faculty, preparation of grant proposals, budget preparation, class schedules and course materials for the college catalog and use of college facilities and resources.
4. Evaluates curriculum and recommends new and innovative programs.
5. Articulates the curriculum of transfer disciplines with the state college and university of California systems.
6. Works with administrators of off-campus programs to determine the curricular and program needs of the centers.
7. Directs and participates in the preparation and control of the annual budget.
8. Arranges for donations of equipment and supplies.
9. Meets regularly with department heads and program directors and serves on committees including advisory committees.
10. Assists in the selection of faculty and staff.
11. Prepares oral and written presentations and reports.
12. Represents the college in interactions with business and industry in determining present and future education needs, with community and state agencies, with special interest groups, with other colleges and school districts, and with the Community College Chancellor's Office.
13. May be responsible for professional staff development programs, 2+2+2 program, telecourses, vocational research and follow-up, VTEA, weekend college, economic development and contract education, coordination of noncredit programs, and summer session.
14. Provides leadership in the development and assessment of learning outcomes.
15. Serves on advisory committees or boards.
16. Participates in collective bargaining and in contract administration; and other related duties as required.
Knowledge of:
Education and Experience:
A master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; not less than one year of educational administrative and leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's assignment; and experience as a teacher.
Other Requirements:
A valid California driver's license and ability to qualify for district vehicle insurance coverage.
*Salary posted is pending board approval effective July 1, 2024.
The desired start date is August 2024. This is a full-time, 40-per-week academic administrative management position.
This position will oversee the Community Education Department. Bilingual is preferred.
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
For full consideration, the candidate must submit the following application materials through our website https://www.hancockcollege.edu/hr/ by Friday, June 14, 2024, by 11:59 PST. This position is open until filled.
Cover letter;
A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience;
A statement that demonstrates a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students;
Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for the application process). Official transcripts are required at the time of hire.
Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Allan Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.