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Dean

San Diego Community College District

Closing Date: 9/9/2024

Position Number: 011551

Location: Continuing Education

Position Type: Academic

The Position:
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Closing Date: 09/09/2024 Open Until Filled No Classification Title Dean Working Title Dean DSPS & Emeritus Recruitment Limits Location Continuing Education Pay Information Range 6 ($10,725.84- $17,471.26) per month based on the 2024 Management Salary Schedule.
New employees -Initial salary placement is commensurate with related experience. Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA and is non-negotiable. The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid: medical, dental, and vision plans; sick and vacation leave; and opportunities for professional development. Initial Salary Placement, Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the Management Employees Handbook and is non-negotiable.
This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits. Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0 FTE Job Duration 12 Months Position Number: 011551 FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime) Bargaining Unit Management Range 6 Position Type Academic Department Disability Support Programs and Services The Position The San Diego College of Continuing Education is committed to student success and community enrichment by providing tuition-free, accessible, equitable, and innovative quality education and support services to diverse learners in pursuit of lifelong learning, training, career advancement, and pathways to credit college. The San Diego College of Continuing Education seeks an equity minded, energetic, and visionary individual who has a passion for serving student who are differently abled and older adult learners.

Under the direction of a Vice President of Instruction and Student Services, the Dean will plan, organize and direct the Emeritus/Older Adult and Disability Support Services instructional programs and Disability Support Services student services program at the San Diego College of Continuing Education. Although this position is housed at the Continuing Education Campus at Mesa College, courses and services are offered at all seven continuing education campuses and the community.

Dean positions supervise faculty and staff directly or through first-line supervisors, such as Associate Deans.

Example of Duties
The selected candidate is expected to perform these duties for the Emeritus/Older Adult and the Disability Support Services Program

1. Plan, organize, coordinate, manage, and evaluate assigned programs in accordance with legal requirements, district policies, and sound instructional/guidance principles and practices.
2. Establish overall objectives and plans; initiate and participate in overall program planning; assess needs for new programs/services and facilitate their development and implementation in accordance with established approval guidelines and budgets.
3. Direct the evaluation of facilities and equipment and recommend improvements.
4. Communicate and interpret program objectives and offerings to potential students, other two-year and four-year institutions, community organizations, students, staff, instructors, and others.
5. Screen, interview, select, assign, supervise, and evaluate regular and substitute faculty and staff; plan, coordinate, and provide orientation and in-service education for professional development of assigned staff.
6. Prepare staff assignments and schedules; assign work location in accordance with established district policy.
7. Develop annual budget recommendations according to established procedures; monitor and control assigned program budgets; initiate special fund requests.
8. Serve as a member of district, site, or other committees and task forces; maintain liaison with other site and district administration to assure proper coordination of activities; promote sharing of ideas and communication of successful operating practices with others in similar positions inside and outside the District.
9. Represent the District and participate at the local, State, and national levels in organizations and activities that improve, promote, and publicize district instructional/instructional support programs.
10. Coordinate and direct special projects as assigned; initiate studies and conduct analyses as necessary to determine the need for new or modified course offerings, programs, or services.
11. Prepare reports and make presentations as necessary; assure the preparation, distribution, and maintenance of required reports, records, and files.
12. Coordinate and facilitate the resolution of student, instructor, and staff conflicts, complaints, and grievances.
13. Perform related duties as assigned.

Major Responsibilities The Dean is assigned to Instructional Services, to manage the Emeritus/Older Adult and Disability Support Services and perform the following duties.

1. Review and evaluate curricula and effect changes as needed with the advice of department chairpersons and faculty;
2. develop and coordinate instructional services in support of matriculation and student services;
3. advise and direct faculty members in designing and implementing special projects;
4. approve the selection of textbooks, visual aids, and other instructional materials;
5. direct course approval applications for submission to the District and the State Chancellor's Office;
6. assure the timely development of class schedules; direct the review and revision of materials for college catalogs related to assigned instructional area(s);
7. assign instructors according to qualifications, scheduling requirements, and established work load standards.
8. Implement and administer college matriculation services, including admissions, orientation, skills assessment, advisement, student follow-up, and program evaluation for Disability Support Services
9. develop and coordinate advisement and counseling activities in Disability Support Services

In addition to their instruction responsibilities, the Dean will oversee Disability Support Services Program's student services program performing the following duties:

1. Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive support services and accommodations for students with disabilities.
2. Ensure adherence to federal and state laws, including ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Title 5 regulations. Oversee timely and accurate reporting to state and federal agencies.
3. Manage the Disability Support Services Program budget, including state and federal grants, ensuring fiscal responsibility and effective allocation of resources.
4. Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and external partners to advocate for the needs of students with disabilities, promoting an inclusive campus culture.
5. Supervise, mentor, and evaluate DSPS employees, including counselors, specialists, and support personnel. Promote professional development opportunities for staff.
6. Coordinate services such as academic counseling, adaptive technology, testing accommodations, and educational planning for students with disabilities.
7. Monitor and analyze student data to assess program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and inform decision-making.
8. Lead outreach efforts to prospective students, community organizations, and feeder high schools, ensuring that students with disabilities are aware of available services.
9. Address and resolve student concerns related to accommodations, discrimination, and access, serving as an advocate for student rights and a resource for faculty and staff on disability-related issues.

Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
In compliance with policies adopted by the Board of Trustees, applicants for this position must show evidence of the following minimum qualifications:

1. Possession of a Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution AND one (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's assignment; OR,
2. Possession of a lifetime California Community College Supervisor Credential AND Two (2) years of recent management experience in an institution of higher education.

Desired Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:

• Have a Masters Degree and two years of full-time experience or the equivalent within the last four (4) years in one or more of the following fields:
• Instruction or counseling or both in a higher education program for students with disabilities;
• Administration of a program for students with disabilities in an institution of higher education;
• Teaching, counseling or administration in secondary education, working predominantly or exclusively in programs for students with disabilities; or administrative or supervisory experience in industry, government, public agencies, the military, or private social welfare organizations, in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively related to persons with disabilities.

OR

• Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, OR
• Master's degree in counseling, guidance counseling, student personnel, clinical or counseling psychology, education counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, marriage, family and child counseling, OR
• A Bachelor's degree in marriage and family therapy or in marriage, family and child counseling and possession of a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT); and
• Either fifteen or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work specifically related to people with disabilities, or completion of six semester units, or the equivalent of a graduate-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses, in a postsecondary Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) Program or in a program dealing predominantly or exclusively with people with disabilities, or
• Two years of fulltime experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following; (A) Counseling for students with disabilities; or (B) Counseling in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities, or the equivalent.

Equivalency If you do not possess the exact degrees, or higher, listed above or if you anticipate receiving the required degree prior to the start of teaching classes, please complete a Request for Equivalency Form and attach it during the application process. Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application. Licenses/Certificates/Credentials: Possession of a lifetime California Community College Chief Administrative Officer Credential Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals. Working Conditions Physical Requirements:
Category III

Environment:
Favorable, usually involves an office. Special Instructions to Applicants: To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed (extraneous material will not be reviewed). References to resumes or other uploaded documents within the online application will be considered an "incomplete" application; please enter "N/A" if any section does not apply.

1. Complete online application;
2. Cover Letter;
3. Curriculum Vitae or Resume;
4. Three to five professional references one of which is from a current or former supervisor familiar with your work; AND,
5. Unofficial Transcripts.
6. Foreign Degree Evaluation (if applicable).
7. License/Certificates/Credentials (if applicable).

Important: To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, please do not submit materials other than those requested (i.e., personal photo, articles you've written, etc). Please only upload requested documents using respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless specifically requested within this posting, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

• Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted.
• Note that correspondence, including interview invitations, will be sent to you via email.
• All inquiries, nominations and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments) Conditions of Employment: SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form;
• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices; AND,
• Employed on an initial contract of two (2) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent two-year period.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information. Additional Information: Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time academic employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) upon appointment. Posting Number AC01068 Indicate budget number(s)

Major Responsibilities:
The Dean is assigned to Instructional Services, to manage the Emeritus/Older Adult and Disability Support Services and perform the following duties.

1. Review and evaluate curricula and effect changes as needed with the advice of department chairpersons and faculty;
2. develop and coordinate instructional services in support of matriculation and student services;
3. advise and direct faculty members in designing and implementing special projects;
4. approve the selection of textbooks, visual aids, and other instructional materials;
5. direct course approval applications for submission to the District and the State Chancellor's Office;
6. assure the timely development of class schedules; direct the review and revision of materials for college catalogs related to assigned instructional area(s);
7. assign instructors according to qualifications, scheduling requirements, and established work load standards.
8. Implement and administer college matriculation services, including admissions, orientation, skills assessment, advisement, student follow-up, and program evaluation for Disability Support Services
9. develop and coordinate advisement and counseling activities in Disability Support Services

In addition to their instruction responsibilities, the Dean will oversee Disability Support Services Program's student services program performing the following duties:

1. Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive support services and accommodations for students with disabilities.
2. Ensure adherence to federal and state laws, including ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Title 5 regulations. Oversee timely and accurate reporting to state and federal agencies.
3. Manage the Disability Support Services Program budget, including state and federal grants, ensuring fiscal responsibility and effective allocation of resources.
4. Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and external partners to advocate for the needs of students with disabilities, promoting an inclusive campus culture.
5. Supervise, mentor, and evaluate DSPS employees, including counselors, specialists, and support personnel. Promote professional development opportunities for staff.
6. Coordinate services such as academic counseling, adaptive technology, testing accommodations, and educational planning for students with disabilities.
7. Monitor and analyze student data to assess program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and inform decision-making.
8. Lead outreach efforts to prospective students, community organizations, and feeder high schools, ensuring that students with disabilities are aware of available services.
9. Address and resolve student concerns related to accommodations, discrimination, and access, serving as an advocate for student rights and a resource for faculty and staff on disability-related issues.

Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
In compliance with policies adopted by the Board of Trustees, applicants for this position must show evidence of the following minimum qualifications:

1. Possession of a Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution AND one (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's assignment; OR,
2. Possession of a lifetime California Community College Supervisor Credential AND Two (2) years of recent management experience in an institution of higher education.

Desired Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:

• Have a Masters Degree and two years of full-time experience or the equivalent within the last four (4) years in one or more of the following fields:
• Instruction or counseling or both in a higher education program for students with disabilities;
• Administration of a program for students with disabilities in an institution of higher education;
• Teaching, counseling or administration in secondary education, working predominantly or exclusively in programs for students with disabilities; or administrative or supervisory experience in industry, government, public agencies, the military, or private social welfare organizations, in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively related to persons with disabilities.

OR

• Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, OR
• Master's degree in counseling, guidance counseling, student personnel, clinical or counseling psychology, education counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, marriage, family and child counseling, OR
• A Bachelor's degree in marriage and family therapy or in marriage, family and child counseling and possession of a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT); and
• Either fifteen or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work specifically related to people with disabilities, or completion of six semester units, or the equivalent of a graduate-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses, in a postsecondary Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) Program or in a program dealing predominantly or exclusively with people with disabilities, or
• Two years of fulltime experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following; (A) Counseling for students with disabilities; or (B) Counseling in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities, or the equivalent.

Licenses:
Possession of a lifetime California Community College Chief Administrative Officer Credential

Pay Information:
Range 6 ($10,725.84- $17,471.26) per month based on the 2024 Management Salary Schedule.
New employees -Initial salary placement is commensurate with related experience. Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA and is non-negotiable. The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid: medical, dental, and vision plans; sick and vacation leave; and opportunities for professional development. Initial Salary Placement, Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the Management Employees Handbook and is non-negotiable.
This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

To apply, visit: https://www.sdccdjobs.com

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.