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  • Dean of the Arts, Library and Online Education

    Irvine, California United States SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC) Full Time 188604 - 265392 Yearly Apr 04, 2025
    South Orange County Community College District Employer:

    SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)

    About the District South Orange County Community College District encompasses 382 square miles in south Orange County serving over 909,000 residents in 26 communities. We know that higher education is directly linked to quality of life and economic vitality. We have helped generations of families achieve their educational and career goals since 1967. Distinguished faculty from Saddleback College and Irvine Valley College provide students with rigorous academic classes to prepare them for transfer to four-year colleges and universities, basic skills attainment, or career technical training. Our newest campus, the Advanced Technology & Education Park (ATEP), opened in 2007 and offers courses from our two colleges with a focus on workforce development and career technical skills. Emeritus Institutes and community education programs at our colleges offer lifelong learning opportunities for community members of all ages. The District is governed by a seven-member elected Board of Trustees and the district's chief executive officer is the Chancellor. District Services provides centralized administrative services to our three campuses. Executive offices include: Chancellor and Trustee Services, Business Services, Technology and Learning Services, Human Resources, and Public Affairs. These departments provide accounting, benefits, facilities planning, fiscal services, human resources, information technology, institutional research and planning, payroll, public affairs, purchasing, risk management, and  warehouse/mailroom services to our district. The district continually assesses the effectiveness of its services through district-wide surveys, shared governance committees and task forces that are established to accomplish specific projects. Strategic planning has become an essential tool for guiding our direction and assuring compliance with accreditation standards.

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    Job Description

    Specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the

    position. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

    SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

    To serve as administrator and supervisor of school of the Arts instructional unit of the college; provide

    leadership to develop, organize and implement the unit’s goals and objectives; provide leadership to plan,

    develop, organize, schedule, direct, improve and evaluate the unit’s instructional programs, curriculum and

    related student support services in consultation with Vice Presidents, Deans, Academic Chairs, faculty and

    classified staff.

    The Dean provides collaborative leadership and administrative oversight of the library and online learning

    resources, working closely with faculty and staff to ensure collections, services, and programs effectively

    support student learning and academic success. This role facilitates faculty engagement in developing and

    curating library collections, integrating technology to enhance research and instruction for the library and

    campus environment, and aligning library resources with instructional needs. The Dean also fosters a

    culture of innovation and continuous improvement, coordinating professional development opportunities,

    assessing library services, and strengthening partnerships across the college and community to expand

    access and support equitable student outcomes.

    To foster a culture of collaboration, mutual respect, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout

    the District; lead by example; actively participate in and support District-wide participatory governance

    components and activities and other collaborative processes; encourage professional excellence among

    the staff and promote an organizational culture of customer service, innovation, and quality services.

    SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

    Receives general direction from the Vice President for Instruction or designee of the President.

    Exercises functional and technical supervision over academic, professional, technical and classified staff

    as assigned.

    REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

    The following duties and responsibilities are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all the

    listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to

    address business needs and changing business practices.

    Provide leadership in the administration of the School of the Arts instructional unit of the college, including

    personnel management, in accordance with laws, regulations, District policy and collective bargaining

    agreements; assist in developing, directing and evaluating the programs and departments related to the

    IVC Performing Arts Center (PAC), Music, Theatre, Dance, Art and Communication Studies.

    Provide leadership of PAC coordination and annual offerings to enhance and build premier and distinctive

    programming; attend all major performances in dance, theatre, music, and forensics; provide constructive

    feedback to improve quality of performances; promote appropriate balance between student performance

    opportunities and those provided to contracted professionals.

    Analyze industry needs in the region and develop Career Technical Education pathways in the instructional

    areas of the Arts.

    Analyze, interpret and monitor the student success rates of assigned programs and student preparedness

    and recommend change as needed.

    Support and encourage online education as a modality to extend courses, certificates, and degrees.

    Participate in the development of the College's strategic plan, communicating the needs, goals, plans and

    overall role of assigned instructional unit.

    Lead, direct and approve the planning, development, organizing, scheduling, direction, performance and

    evaluation of the curriculum, instructional or student services programs and services of assigned

    instructional unit.

    Lead assigned instructional unit in planning, program development, implementation and assessment of

    the College’s mission, goals and objectives.

    Formulate and develop long and short-range goals and strategic plans, including staffing, facilities,

    curriculum and educational philosophy; assure consistency of plans with other college and District plans;

    and prepare long-range plans and statements of goals and objectives.

    Communicate with College, District, State, and federal personnel to coordinate instructional or Student

    Services needs, programs, services and activities; develop new and effective certificate and degree

    programs; provide leadership in delivery of courses, certificates, and degrees for assigned instructional

    units.

    Develop, prepare, submit, administer, monitor and review annual program budgets for assigned

    instructional unit, including annual budget requests for equipment, supplies and personnel; direct the

    acquisition, maintenance and use of both instructional and non-instructional equipment; and maintain an

    equipment-replacement plan; direct the maintenance of adequate records and controls to assure

    instructional unit expenditures and operations remain within established budget limitations; monitor and

    approve purchase requisitions and prepare agenda items for Board approval as needed.

    Direct fundraising and financial development for assigned instructional or student services area;

    disseminate information about the availability of external funding; communicate with faculty members and

    administrators regarding grants relevant to their academic field; provide information concerning specific

    funding sources; coordinate timelines and protocol for grants.

    Direct the preparation and maintenance of detailed and comprehensive reports, records and files regarding

    assigned instructional unit personnel, facilities, and activities.

    Support and encourage online education as a modality to extend courses, certificates, and degrees.

    Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned probationary and tenured academic and

    classified staff in keeping with the policies of the Board of Trustees and administrative procedures; visit

    classroom/work sites and observe and evaluate methods and effectiveness.

    Participate in the selection of new faculty and classified staff and temporary professional staff in

    accordance with District policies and legal requirements.

    Interface with the community and external agencies in all matters of community relations and academic

    affairs associated with the assigned unit of instruction.

    Organize, attend or chair a variety of administrative and staff meetings related to strategic planning,

    budget, curriculum, advisory committees and other activities; participate in collegial consultation,

    participatory governance and appropriate advisory committee meetings and provide in-service and

    workshops for assigned employees.

    Supervise the planning, organization and arranging of appropriate staff development programs and

    activities for faculty and staff; orient new employees and direct the implementation of flex time procedures.

    Direct and approve curriculum development; direct the acquisition, maintenance and use of instructional

    equipment; and maintain an equipment and technology replacement plan.

    Identify facility needs and help direct planning for the movement, creation or elimination of facilities for

    programs.

    Promote and coordinate a variety of programs and services and arrange for the development of

    promotional materials and college publications; manage assigned facilities and approve all assigned

    facilities usage.

    Attend workshops, professional conferences, and trade shows for program planning and development;

    serve on a variety of campus, District, community, and State committees; and meet with representatives

    of business, industry, and local government.

    Maintain current knowledge of instructional methods and new technologies pertinent to assigned

    instructional unit; monitor legislation, new State Education Code regulations and other State guidelines to

    determine instructional program impact and compliance.

    Provide leadership and advocacy to enhance innovation and participation in issues related to areas of

    assignment to ensure student success; communicate the changing expectations, trends and needs of

    educational preparation effectively to College personnel.

    Assist Vice President for Instruction in the resolution of student and faculty concerns related to unit of

    assignment; resolve complex conflicts and issues.

    Create a positive campus climate that fosters innovation in curriculum development for instruction and

    services in assigned units; work with the community, business, industry and other educational institutions

    to promote assigned areas of instruction; contribute to the development and implementation of a

    coordinated outreach, marketing and public relations process and plan for assigned instructional programs

    and services.

    Provide direction for the development of new programs, including contribution to the development or

    redesign of curriculum, and coordinate program approvals as appropriate.

    Review and approve proposed course outlines, program changes, textbook recommendations, field trip

    requests, credit-by-exam, articulation, and other curriculum matters to ensure compliance, feasibility, and

    appropriateness to the community college mission.

    Review instructional and other programs for compliance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations

    and guidelines, district policy and procedures.

    Work collaboratively and develop partnership agreements with advisory boards, professional associations,

    K-12 and transfer institutions, business and industry; cultivate and promote positive and substantive

    relationships with local business and industry; serve as a leader of and advocate for the College within the

    business community.

    Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability

    and ethnic backgrounds of students, colleagues and the community.

    Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position and the District's mission

    and philosophy.

    Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a

    short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

    Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is

    qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

    Education:

    A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis in a discipline within the

    assigned instructional unit. An earned doctorate from an accredited college or university is preferred.

    Experience:

    At least three years of successful faculty experience at the postsecondary level, in at least one of the

    areas of this assignment; at least one year of successful postsecondary administrative/supervisory

    experience, with a preferred emphasis in one area of the unit of assignment; and evidence of a

    sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, physically

    challenged, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

    Commitment to equity and diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and

    understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity,

    sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The

    applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practices

    within an educational environment.

    DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

    Administrative leadership experience in the development, organization, and management of two or more

    instructional programs, including at least one instructional program related to this assignment.

    LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND/OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

    Valid California driver’s license.

    KNOWLEDGE OF:

    A community college system.

    All instructional areas and their inter-relationships; a thorough knowledge of the various student support

    services required to enhance instruction.

    Applicable District policies and local, State and federal laws, codes and regulations, including Title 5 and

    California Education Code.

    Basic data collection and analysis related to student learning outcomes, retention, and success.

    California Community Colleges basic skills initiative.

    Community relations and external resource development.

    Computer systems and software applications related to assigned instructional unit.

    Curriculum development.

    District safety policies and procedures.

    Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability,

    and ethnic backgrounds of students, faculty and staff.

    Evidence of, understanding and experience with the principles of collegial consultation.

    Interpersonal skills, including tact, patience and diplomacy.

    Management techniques that encourage creativity, improve efficiency and increase productivity.

    Oral and written communication skills.

    Organizational and management practices as applied to assigned unit.

    Participatory governance process and venue, fostering open communication among schools, programs

    and services.

    Principles and practices of budget preparation and management.

    Principles and practices of training and supervision.

    Principles of program evaluation, student assessment, and organizational development.

    Role and purpose of technological systems in providing online instruction, instructional support and student

    services.

    Team-oriented leadership style.

    Web page design, Blackboard and/or other course management systems, and other instructional and

    student services software.

    ABILITY TO:

    Advocate for assigned unit’s programs and needs.

    Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement

    recommendations in support of goals.

    Assess, manage, implement, use and apply technology in the management and delivery of assigned

    instructional, training or student services programs.

    Assist in forecasting current and future needs and costs affecting assigned unit.

    Collect, compile and analyze data.

    Communicate clearly, concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse constituencies within

    and outside the District.

    Demonstrate commitment to academic and professional excellence.

    Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability.

    Develop markets and promotional strategies for courses, services and projects related to foundational

    skills that will promote enrollment growth, retention and student success.

    Develop, prepare and administer project budgets.

    Embrace and work effectively within a system of participatory governance.

    Encourage professional excellence among the staff and promote an organizational culture of customer

    service, innovation, and quality services.

    Establish and maintain effective, harmonious, and collaborative relationships with a diverse population of

    students, staff and community.

    Exercise initiative and work independently.

    Exercise judgment or choice among possible actions, sometimes without clear precedents and often with

    concern for the consequences of the action.

    Interact effectively with diverse students, staff, faculty and administrators.

    Interpret, analyze, apply and explain applicable local, State and federal laws and regulations.

    Interpret, apply and explain applicable District policies and procedures.

    Lead, train, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff.

    Learn District and College organization, operations and objectives.

    Manage complex budgets including grants.

    Operate computer/applications software, including database management, spreadsheet, word processing

    and software related to assigned instructional unit.

    Operate modern office equipment such as computer, printer, calculator, copier and facsimile machine.

    Perform with tact, patience and sensitivity.

    Plan and organize work.

    Plan, evaluate and supervise delivery of instructional programs and strategies.

    Plan, organize, coordinate, manage and expedite assigned projects and activities related to assignment in

    a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

    Prepare oral and written reports and recommendations.

    Provide leadership, training, and support for faculty who wish to explore innovative approaches to student

    learning using instructional technology.

    Read, interpret, and explain laws, rules and regulations, and develop and implement personnel policies

    and procedures.

    Relate effectively to people of varied academic, cultural and socio-economic background using tact,

    diplomacy and courtesy.

    Represent the college at the community, State and national levels.

    Resolve conflicts and solve complex problems.

    Serve as an effective management team member.

    Train and provide supervision and work direction to others as assigned.

    Understand and effectively and collaboratively work in a complicated multi-college environment, as well as

    within a system of community college districts.

    Use independent judgment in the interpretation and application of rules, regulations, policies and

    procedures.

    Work collaboratively with administration, classified management, faculty, staff and students.

    Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with numerous interruptions.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the

    essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

    to perform the essential job functions.

    Work Environment:

    Standard office setting. Typically, duties are performed in an office environment while sitting at a desk

    or computer workstation. An incumbent also visits instructional sites and is subject to contact with

    others, frequent interruptions, noise from talking or office equipment and demanding legal timelines. At

    least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

    Physical Demands:

    The incumbent regularly sits for long periods, walks short distances on a regular basis, travels to various

    locations to visit instructional sites, attend meetings and conduct work; uses hands and fingers to

    operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; reaches with hands and arms, speaks clearly

    and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; sees to read fine print and operate

    computer; hears and understands voices over telephone and in person; and lifts, carries, and/or moves

    objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

    District Management Team Salary Schedule - Range 22

    Required Documents: Resume and Cover Letter

    Applications missing the required documents will not be considered.

    Work schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) (some evening and weekends as needed).

    Hours Per Week: 40

    Months: 1 2

    Closing Date/Time: Tue, 22 Apr 2025
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