Definition
THE POSITION
Orange Coast College is currently seeking a full-time tenure track Counselor- General commencing with the 2017 fall semester. The primary assignment involves providing a wide range of educational, career and personal counseling to current and prospective college students and instruction in student success, career planning and/or other personal growth courses. This assignment also includes curriculum and program development, participation in department, division, college committees, and participatory governance activities assuming leadership roles both within the department and in the institution as a whole; collaboration across disciplines and the leveraging of student support resources; and participation in ongoing professional development.
The assignment may be day, evening, weekend, online or off campus and is subject to change as needed. The ideal candidate for this position embraces the overall mission of Orange Coast College and the Coast Community College District, with a clear, focused commitment to supporting teaching and academic excellence and student learning and success through the work of Counseling.
Examples of Duties: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Provide instruction in Counseling in accordance with established course outlines.
2. Provide leadership in the development and revision of Counseling curriculum.
3. Participate in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation; participate in and develop programs to measure student performance.
4. Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.
5. Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
6. Fulfill the professional responsibilities of a full-time faculty member including, but not limited to the following: teach all scheduled classes unless excused under provisions of Board Policy; follow the department course outlines; keep accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and progress; submit student grades according to established deadlines; post and maintain scheduled office hours; participate in departmental meetings and college and/or district-wide activities and committees as assigned.
7. Assignment may include day, evening, weekend, and online sections.
8. Provide comprehensive educational, career, and personal counseling to current and prospective students.
9. Assist students in making decisions relative to career choice and educational planning, including appropriate assessment, vocational counseling, and transfer to a four-year college/ university.
10. Provide general education planning orientation, program advisement and follow-up counseling for new students in individual and group settings.
11. Provide appropriate counseling and guidance services as may be appropriate to general and special student populations including veterans, disadvantaged, first-generation, international, equity groups, academically at-risk students, disabled students and re-entry students
12. Participate, as appropriate, in college's outreach program with local high schools and the community.
13. Develop effective working relationships with faculty members in other instructional disciplines and perform liaison activities as required.
14. Assist in the preparation of counseling related publications and in the presentation of workshops.
15. Assist students in seeking referral to appropriate community agencies or services in response to educational, vocational, or personal concerns.
16. Administer and interpret a variety of assessment instruments, to both groups and individuals.
17. Participate in professional growth activities on and off campus.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications :

1. Must meet one of the following qualifications under (a) through (d):
   1. Possess the California Community College Teaching Credential for this subject area.
   2. Possess a Master's degree from an accredited institution in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage, family and child counseling.
   3. Possess a Bachelor's degree in one of the above listed degrees AND a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).
   4. Or, possess a combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent to the above. Candidates making an application on the basis of equivalency must submit/upload an Application for Equivalency (located at www.cccd.edu/employment) in addition to all other required materials.

2. Evidence of a sensitivity to, understanding of, and the ability to manage the classroom environment AND effectively provide instruction to community college students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
3. Ability to contribute to campus and district-wide professional responsibilities and activities.
4. Ability to complement existing staff, student and community demographics in terms of professional and personal skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years of recent experience counseling and teaching at the post-secondary level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community college curricula and the higher education system.
• Demonstrated knowledge of matriculation requirements with competencies in general academic counseling, educational planning, career and personal counseling.
• Experience in blending student success strategies such as: goal setting, time-management, problem solving, study methods, and research skills into counseling sessions and curriculum.
• Evidence of a strong commitment to professional growth and development, and to the continued innovation and improvement of successful counseling and teaching.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with on-campus groups (including students, faculty, administrators and staff) as well as off-campus community and education partners.
• Evidence of participation in student success initiatives in post-secondary setting.
• Evidence of an ability to address the instructional needs of a diverse and frequently underprepared student population.
• Evidence of an ability to effectively engage with and facilitate authentic learning for students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
• Evidence of an ability to adapt teaching pedagogy to the knowledge level (developmental through transfer) and personality of each individual, group, and class.
• Evidence of an ability to self-reflect and respond to an evidenced-based assessment of student learning.
• Evidence of innovation, scholarship, or leadership in counseling.
• Desire and demonstrated ability to participate actively in department, division, and college committees and in the shared governance of Coast Community College District.
• Desire and evidence of an ability to take on leadership roles both within the department and in the institution as a whole.
• Ability to work with computers, and use the Internet and interactive technologies to engage students in on-campus and online courses (where academically appropriate); and intrinsic motivation and ability to develop and teach online courses.
• Ability to work with student record management, scheduling, and educational planning software.
• Evidence of ability to plan, coordinate and implement counseling projects and special events.
• Evidence of an ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  

Conditions of Employment
For a full-time, two-semester position, a maximum starting range of $54,993 to $93,760 is offered, based on the 2016-2017 salary schedule of $54,993 to $131,114. In addition, an annual stipend of $2,878 is offered for possession of an earned doctorate from an accredited institution. The District provides medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents and life insurance for the employee.

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

*Application and required materials must be electronically submitted on-line at http://www.cccd.edu/employment by the indicated closing date. Incomplete applications and application materials submitted by mail will not be considered.

Additional Information
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Reference AP 7120C - A complete application may include, but not be limited to, the following:

• District Application Form
• Responses to Supplemental Questions (please provide clear, thorough responses as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, put "see resume" or "N/A").
• Cover letter addressing the applicant's qualifications, including desirable qualifications
• Resume
• Two letters of recommendation highlighting personal and professional strengths written in the last six months
• Equivalency Request Form and supporting documentation (if applicable)
• Documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered

Submit application on-line at
http://www.cccd.edu/employment .
Coast Community College District - Human Resources
1370 Adams Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance or call 714.438.4714.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

1. All online applications received by the deadline date will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
2. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited discuss their qualifications in an interview to the college. If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in person during the interview process, this will be done so at the candidate's own expense . During the campus visit, each candidate will be interviewed and may be asked to conduct a short teaching demonstration/presentation on a previously announced topic as well as participate in a writing exercise and/or hands-on practical.
3. The search committee will rate the candidate's responses to the interview questions, the demonstration/presentation, and the applicable writing exercises and/or hands-on practical.
4. Based on this rating, a number of candidates will be recommended to move forward and will be invited to the campus for a second level interview.
5. The campus President will make the final recommendation for employment to the Board of Trustees.
6. The successful candidate will be offered the position and placed on the current salary schedule based on their education and experience.
7. The start date will be determined by the hiring manager depending on the needs of the campus and the conditions of employment as posted in the job announcement/recruitment.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

• To be considered in the initial committee review, all materials requested in this vacancy notice must be received no later than the filing deadline. Submission of all application materials is the responsibility of the applicant.
• The District does not contact nor employ outside agencies or headhunters to assist us in the recruitment process for our vacant positions.
• Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate application materials for each desired position.
• During the interview process, consideration will be given to factors in addition to education and experience, including but not limited to: professional development, ability to work with others, and commitment to meet student needs.
• Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by email. All applicants are requested to provide an email address in their online application.
• Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Board of Trustees has acted upon the College's recommendation for employment.
• The District reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interviews.
• The District reserves the right to extend the deadline, re-advertise the position or delay filling this position based on the needs of the District and the student population we serve.
• The College does not return materials submitted in the application for a position. (Copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).
• Official transcripts will be requested by Human Resources during the 'new hire' process.

The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline Community College , Golden West College , and Orange Coast College . The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services and student support services. Coastline, Golden West and Orange Coast Colleges enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs.
Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.

THE COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters 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 and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.


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