Vice President of Instructional Services (2017)
MiraCosta College
To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to: https://jobs.miracosta.edu
Discipline or Department: Instructional Services
Position Type: Administrator
Hourly Rate or Monthly Salary: See "Type of Benefits" section below.
Working Hours:
Basic Function and Other Details:
MiraCosta Community College District in coastal, north San Diego County, California, invites applications for the position of Vice President of Instructional Services (Chief Instructional Officer) to begin July 1, 2017. The position is open until filled. The submission deadline for the first screening of applications is Wednesday, February 1, 2017.
THE POSITION
Under the general direction of the Superintendent/President, the Vice President will be responsible for the effective delivery of instructional services and support to ensure student success efforts; administering curriculum (credit, noncredit, and not-for-credit); coordinating effective enrollment management practices; promoting workforce development of North County through career technical education and training; assuring compliance with state and federal regulations; overseeing academic/administrative computing services; directing the development of the college catalog/schedule; promoting transfer/articulation, basic skills, and career and technical education; working cooperatively with the Superintendent/President and Vice Presidents in the delivery of executive leadership of the district and collegially with internal/external constituents.
Employees and offices accountable to the Vice President include six instructional deans, two associate deans, seven classified staff members, and one faculty articulation officer.
LEADERSHIP QUALITIES
MiraCosta College seeks a student-centered, dynamic leader who exemplifies:
Integrity - Well-developed ethics and core values congruent with actions; responsibility and candor in actions; good will and humor.
Intellect - Cognition, expertise and curiosity to work at a high level of accomplishment, continually developing skills; administrative acumen, judiciousness, and efficiency.
Interpersonal Skills and Abilities - Effective interpersonal and written communication skills. Tact, diplomacy, and human understanding; flexibility to lead or to follow, to collaborate or to support, depending on the needs of the college; ability to build constructive and effective relationships; and to help the instructional division focus, prioritize and coordinate its many diverse initiatives.
Commitment to Diversity - Encourage and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Commitment to Innovation - Creative and strategic vision that considers current and future trends in education, technology, and workforce training.
Vision - A clear vision of the role of community colleges, along with the ability to inspire others to achieve that vision.
Representative Duties:
(E = essential job function)
1. Provide leadership in hiring, reemploying, and evaluating administrators, faculty and classified staff within the framework of equal employment opportunity and Title IX. (E)
2. Provide leadership and direct supervision for staff and administrators in the Office of Instruction. (E)
3. Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate the instructional offerings to meet student, program, and enrollment needs in collaboration with faculty and student services. (E)
4. Provide leadership and coordination for the college's basic skills, student success, adult education, and strong workforce initiatives. (E)
5. Provide leadership in the implementation of the college's baccalaureate degree program. (E)
6. Provide leadership in the coordination and delivery of the distance education program. (E)
7. Supervise the development and implementation of the educational master plan. (E)
8. Provide leadership and support for information technology planning and operational efforts. (E)
9. Oversee instructional program review. (E)
10. In collaboration with the Academic Senate and other committees, ensure that accreditation standards for Student Learning Outcomes and Assessment are met. (E)
11. Supervise and administer the instructional budget, monitoring payroll of academic and classified staff members. (E)
12. Recommend expansion, modification, and utilization of instructional facilities. (E)
13. Institute and interpret instructional policies assuring compliance with the California Education Code, Title 5, and local board policies and administrative procedures. (E)
14. Maintain an uptodate file of all course descriptions and course outlines. (E)
15. Manage data collection and analysis for effective planning of instructional programs and facilities. (E)
16. Establish and maintain positive partnerships with K12 districts and other partners in support of dual enrollment and adult education program opportunities. (E)
17. Develop, with instructional deans and department chairs, strategies for effective modalities of instruction, including online and hybrid education. (E)
19. Prepare annual reports required by state and federal agencies; respond to surveys from a variety of sources dealing with professional and institutional issues, and collect statistics as needed. (E)
20. Provide leadership and support for planning and research efforts.
21. Coordinate articulation between MiraCosta College, K12 districts, and transfer institutions.
22. Assess student and community curricular and employment needs
23. Assemble and maintain program inventory and other state reports.
24. Administer the development of the collegewide calendar.
25. Ensure high quality college schedules, catalogs, handbooks, and other instructional publications in collaboration with the Vice President of Student Services and the Public Information Office.
26. In cooperation with the Dean of Research, Planning, and Institutional Effectiveness, and the MiraCosta College Foundation, pursue opportunities to secure grants and develop resources.
27. Promote and facilitate a program of professional development for academic and classified personnel in the division.
28. Participate in appropriate professional and community organizations.
29. Participate in governance of the college through service on select district committees.
30. Provide leadership for the Honors Scholar and Learning Communities programs.
31. Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent/President, including representing the Superintendent/President.
Type of Benefits:
COMPENSATION AND FRINGE BENEFITS: MiraCosta College offers competitive compensation commensurate with the successful candidate's background and experience. To view the salary schedule for vice presidents at MiraCosta College, go to http://www.miracosta.edu/administrative/hr/downloads/VicePresidents2016thru2018.pdf The benefits package includes employer-paid medical, dental, and vision plans for employee and dependents; $100,000 employee life insurance; and other optional coverages. This position is also covered under the California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS).
Minimum Qualifications:
1. A master's degree from an accredited institution.*
2. One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the vice president's administrative assignment.
3. Three years of progressive, reasonably related administrative experience.
4. Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the cultural, developmental, socioeconomic, ethnic, disability, and academic diversity of community college students, faculty, and staff.
*All degrees and units used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from postsecondary institutions accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. If your degree/coursework is from a college or university outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. A list of agencies can be found at http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf.
Desirable Qualifications:
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: 1. An earned doctorate from an accredited institution. 2. Successful full-time college teaching experience. 3. Community college administrative experience. 4. Knowledge of and experience with federal regulations, Title 5 regulations, California Education Code, California regulatory agencies, accreditation, and collective bargaining.
Licenses and Other Requirements:
Closing Date:
First Screening Date: Open until filled; deadline for first screening of applications is Wednesday, February 1, 2017
Human Resources Contact Information:
jobs@miracosta.edu or 760.795.6854
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Apply and submit all application materials through MiraCosta College's online application system at https://jobs.miracosta.edu. Once you're in the system, we strongly advise you to read the information on "How to Apply" and the FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) before starting the application process.
Complete application packets submitted through the online system by Wednesday, February 1, 2017, will be included in the first screening. Additional applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
In order to be considered for this position, the following must be submitted:
1. The district administrator application which includes your complete employment history. References will not be contacted unless you are under consideration as a finalist.
2. A letter of application addressed to the members of the screening and interview committee addressing how you meet the leadership qualities and desirable qualifications outlined in this job posting.
3. A concise statement of leadership philosophy, including an experience where you have demonstrated your leadership philosophy. Attach this document to the "Other Document" link.
4. A current CV or resume of professional experience, educational achievement, and community involvement.
5. Transcripts from all higher education institutions. Unofficial transcripts or legible copies are acceptable but must indicate that your degree(s) has been conferred, if applicable.
All degrees and units used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from postsecondary institutions accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation.
If your degree/coursework is from a college or university outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. A partial list of agencies can be found at http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf.
NOTE: Please do not submit additional materials, including letters of recommendation, as they will be removed.
Candidates may be reimbursed for travel expenses up to $500 for each trip to the college for invited interviews. Reimbursement will be determined on a case-by-case basis at the time interviews are scheduled.
Individuals with qualified disabilities who need accommodation with any aspect of the process should contact Human Resources at least five days prior to the first screening date.
All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.
OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT
The offer of employment to the person selected for this position is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-placement physical exam at district expense; submission of a current tuberculosis test clearance; proof of eligibility to work in the United States; fingerprint clearance; approval by the Board of Trustees; and a formal credit check.
About MiraCosta College
The MiraCosta Community College District is one of California's 112 public community colleges. The district includes the communities of Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Cardiff, Olivenhain, Leucadia, Solana Beach, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar, and parts of Carmel Valley.
MiraCosta offers associate degrees, university-transfer courses, career-and-technical education, certificate programs, basic-skills education, and lifelong-learning opportunities that strengthen the economic, cultural, social, and educational well-being of the communities it serves.
The district consists of three campus sites and a robust online education program. The Oceanside Campus, serving about 12,000 credit students, has been located since 1964 on a panoramic 121-acre hilltop site with views of the ocean and mountains. The San Elijo Campus is located in Cardiff, 17 miles south of Oceanside, on 48 acres below the bluffs overlooking the San Elijo Lagoon Reserve. The San Elijo Campus opened in September 1988, and now attracts about 3,000 credit students. The Community Learning Center in downtown Oceanside hosts about 4,000 students in the college's noncredit classes including English as a Second Language, the Adult High School Diploma Program, and other tuition-free, noncredit classes as well as some college credit classes.
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