Extended Application Deadline: April 7, 2016; 5:00 p.m.
DEAN OF APPLIED ACADEMICS
Educational Administrator
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Under direction of the Vice-President of Education and Student Services, provides administrative supervision and oversight for applied academic programs and special funded programs district-wide. Generally, provides leadership in the applied academics area for teaching excellence and student learning, with the goal of student success and continuous improvement of applied academic (career & technical education) programs.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Oversees selection, training and evaluation of full-time and part-time faculty, program managers and support staff; determines teaching assignments; provides general supervision including orientation, professional development, general assistance, determining priorities, resolving problems and coordinating/conducting evaluations.
Provides administrative oversight for assigned instructional programs and special funded programs including program review, program and curriculum development, staffing recommendations and capital outlay requests; articulates plans to others to provide direction.
Supervises and promotes the curriculum development by faculty to respond to student and community needs, including student learning outcomes, and ensures the assessment and use of those outcomes.
Assists applied academics faculty in the development of advisory committees; provides guidance in working with advisory committees; attends advisory committee meetings.
Serves on District Committees including but not limited to the Educational Action Plan Committee, the Curriculum Committee, and the Planning & Budgeting Committee.
Develops and prepares grant applications, budgets, and reports for local, state, and federal grant-supported and district programs including but not limited to CTEA and Tech Prep; follows up as necessary.
Represents the college to the public; establishes contact with the local community public agencies, school principals, counselors, teachers, business organizations, service organizations, cultural entities, and the media as needed.
Promotes cooperative planning efforts among educational agencies and institutions in the District to improve articulation and planning of educational services and avoid duplication of services; takes the lead in development of career pathways with the high schools, including Dual/Concurrent Enrollment.
Assists in the promotion and marketing of the college image and applied academics instructional programs in the college service area; establishes connections and partnerships with local businesses that support applied academics areas.
Assists with the institutional accreditation process and accreditation processes for individual applied academic programs as needed.
Receives student, faculty, and other complaints and conducts appropriate follow-up.
Researches, analyzes and maintains information needed for instructional administration purposes; prepares a variety of reports; makes presentations; reviews legislation, code, policies, and procedures related to area of responsibility; apprises others of pending or needed changes to current practice.
Represents the District at assigned local, regional, and state meetings; organizes and serves on committees as assigned; works evenings and weekends when necessary; performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must meet State mandated minimum qualifications for an educational administrator:
Master’s degree and one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator’s administrative assignment.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Knowledge of :
Related laws, policies, and regulations
Curriculum/program development
Educational needs of the local community
Techniques of class scheduling
Principles of budgeting, supervision, and management
Long and short-range planning techniques
Educational technology including integrated information management systems
Grant application processes
Applied academics grants such as Perkins IV and Tech Prep
Instructional support services
Teaching-learning process, including Student Learning Outcomes
Quality instructional methods
Community college operations.
Ability to:
Plan, develop, organize and administer instructional program
Provide administrative direction to faculty, program managers and other staff
Interpret and apply related laws, regulations, policies and procedures
Assess and evaluate community educational needs and interests
Develop and implement related programs, policies, and procedures
Select, train, supervise and evaluate faculty and staff
Develop and foster relationships with community partners
Develop and manage a variety of budgets
Utilize relevant technology
Make effective recommendations and decisions
Take independent action
Research, compile, and analyze information/data
Prepare and present reports
Visibly and positively represent the college to the public
Work cooperatively with others
Acknowledge and encourage faculty and staff excellence and professional development
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Prioritize workload and conflicting demands
Work effectively in a demanding environment
Work variable hours including evenings and weekends
ASSIGNMENT/SALARY BENEFITS
This educational administrator will be employed by an annual contract with an option for two-year renewals. The salary range is $113,498 to $131,386 with a maximum initial placement at Step 2. There is a $2,600 stipend for an earned doctorate. Twelve days of sick leave and twenty days of vacation are earned annually. There are eighteen paid holidays. Family medical, dental, prescription, and vision benefits and employee life insurance are provided. Current salary schedule: /college/employment/salary-schedule
Application Procedure: By April 7, 2016; 5:00 p.m., submit the following application materials to Human Resources, Mendocino College, 1000 Hensley Creek Road, Ukiah, CA, 95482. These materials may also be scanned and submitted electronically via email to Kris Bartolomei, kbartolo@mendocino.edu, or faxed by the deadline date above to 707-467-1023.
Completed Mendocino College Academic Application and Voluntary Applicant Survey:
/sites/default/files/docs/personnel/Application-Academic.pdfCover letter
Resume including education, experience, professional organizations and accomplishments
Photocopies of all transcripts; a foreign transcript evaluation must be attached if applicable. (Official copies of transcripts are required upon employment.)
Three recent letters of recommendation addressing experience and abilities
A written response to the following (up to two pages total):
Describe an experience when you used your leadership and administrative skills to complete a project involving multiple constituencies.
What are the challenges and opportunities in serving CTE students at a rural community college with a diverse student population?
Click here for Mendocino College’s Student Equity Plan
/sites/default/files/docs/personnel/final_mendocino_college_student_equity_plan_1-1-15.pdf
Interviews are by invitation only.
The college does not reimburse applicants for related travel expenses.
THE COLLEGE: Established in 1973, Mendocino College is a vibrant and inclusive academic community rich in culture, creativity, diversity, and cutting-edge technology. A fully accredited two-year community college, the District serves more than 4,500 students in the greater parts of Lake and Mendocino Counties.
The beautifully landscaped main campus is located in Ukiah, California -– ranked among the best small towns in the United States. With clear skies and panoramic views of oak-covered hills, sprawling vineyards, and distant mountains, the 127-acre campus is equipped with a new state-of-the-art Library/Learning Center, high-tech Allied Health Facility, and Student Center. The college operates two newly constructed and fully equipped centers in Willits and Lakeport, conveniently providing our valued students with quality instruction, academic support and administrative services in neighboring communities.
With a comprehensive curriculum and engaging instruction, Mendocino College, provides a wide variety of degree, certificate, transfer, occupational and community service programs. Mendocino College students learn in a nurturing and supportive environment enhanced by small-sized classes, personalized academic advising, and several hundred dedicated faculty and staff.
Complete with a friendly small-campus academic setting and a respectfully collaborative work environment, Mendocino College boldly prepares students for a future of innovation and success.
THE COMMUNITIES : Mendocino and Lake Counties include some of California’s most beautiful scenery which includes rich agricultural lands and pristine coastal sites. Because of the geographic location, climate, and natural beauty, Mendocino and Lake Counties attract many visitors. Agriculture, timber, and tourism industries form the economic base of the area and contribute to its growing diversity. Mendocino County has a long and colorful history as a premium grape-growing region within the state’s famous North Coast wine country, while Lake County is noted for its pear production and as an attractive spot for retirement and vacationing. A relaxed and friendly lifestyle is characteristic of our communities. Recreational opportunities abound for water skiing, swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, camping, hiking, tennis, and golf.
The Mendocino-Lake Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity, equity and diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all qualified candidates.