(Full-time) Dean of Extended Education

OVERVIEW

The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District (Shasta College) sits at the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, surrounded by mountains to the north, east, and west. The area provides a wide array of outdoor amenities and activities with miles of hiking and biking trails, national parks, two lakes, and the Sacramento River. The main campus is located in the city of Redding, population 90,000. The area is characterized by excellent schools with high graduation rates, low traffic, and low housing prices (Zillow average 395,000 vs. California state average of 786,000).

Shasta College is committed to providing its diverse student population with equitable education outcomes, contributing to the social, cultural, intellectual, and economic development of our communities. The college has been recognized as a leader in developing and implementing innovative education programs to increase student success, including accelerated pathways for high school students to achieve a bachelor's degree and for returning students to complete their Associate and Bachelor's degrees. Shasta College enrolls more than 11,000 students annually and provides educational services to students with a wide range of skills and abilities.

Our ideal candidate is motivated to join a campus community prioritizing the success of our diverse staff and student population. Providing equitable outcomes so all members of our community may enjoy safe, healthy, and vibrant educational and employment environments is critical to our success.

Administrator positions in the California Community College system offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the empowerment of our students seeking to improve their lives and communities. Our administrators manage a wide range of programs and lead faculty and staff in engaging our diverse employee and student populations, facilitating equitable outcomes for all through the management of our various employment and academic programs. As an administrator at Shasta College, you will join a vibrant community of professionals working collaboratively to provide a positive, healthy educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives. A career at Shasta College offers a highly rewarding and enriching employment experience.

DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To plan, develop, organize, promote, coordinate, and monitor the operations of the extended education locations and the Interactive Television network (ITV); to evaluate, develop, and implement college policies and procedures related to the operations and activities of assigned division; to oversee programs and services related to major initiatives such as the Adult Education Block Grant; and to coordinate, integrate, and promote courses and programs throughout the tri-county region; to develop, evaluate, and implement enrollment management planning for the extended education service area(s). Serves as administrator in charge of the daily operations of the Tehama Campus. Employees in this classification receive administrative direction within a framework of general guidelines, and direct, supervise, and formally evaluate the work of faculty and classified staff. This job class exercises responsibility for the development and implementation of an effective community college instructional center, which is equivalent to the responsibility for the effective operation of an academic division. This is a middle management educational administrative position that requires strong administrative skills.

CLASSIFICATION: Range 55 on the Administrative Salary Schedule, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. Work assignment hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This an educational administrator position with a default CalSTRS retirement.

SUPERVISOR: Associate Superintendent or designee

Typical Duties, Knowledge and Ability

Plans, directs, coordinates, supervises, and promotes the activities and operations of extended education locations and the ITV network.

Supervises and coordinates extended education instructional programs in the tri-county area; ensures collaboration with campus instructional departments.

Supervises and coordinates the daily operations of custodial, maintenance, and grounds services at each Extended Education campus.

Coordinates safety and student disciplinary matters at each Extended Education campus, including first-level student hearings.

Coordinates assessment, counseling, orientation, and other student service related activities at each Extended Education campus

Supervises and coordinates technology related services at each Extended Education location.

Develops, coordinates, and administers budget; monitors and controls expenditures; approves facility use requests.

Communicates and interprets the curriculum in conjunction with campus instructional departments.

Determines staffing needs and makes appropriate recommendations.

Develops course schedules.

Ensures the provision of appropriate facilities, supplies, and equipment for effective Extended Education operations.

Coordinates with instructional deans to recruit and assign part-time faculty to meet the course needs at the Extended Education campuses.

Develops and maintains list of qualified and available substitute instructors.

Participates in a variety of administrative, board, and other meetings; conducts meetings; organizes, advises, and facilitates appropriate advisory and community committees; prepares and distributes information, agendas, minutes, etc.

Travels to Extended Education locations throughout the District.

Oversees proper enrollment practices and maintenance of applicable forms at the various sites.

Visits and observes classes; supervises activities and resolves problems as needed.

Promotes cooperative relationships with community and regional agencies.

Directs and supervises the work of others; reviews, approves, and conducts performance appraisals; directs and participates in the selection, training, and development of staff; administers employment contracts; orients and informs staff of District/department policies and procedures.

Coordinates with, and provides assistance to, instructional deans for the evaluation of part-time faculty teaching at extended education sites.

Coordinates with student services programs to ensure district wide support.

Oversees planning and coordination of activities and programs related to major initiatives as assigned, such as the Adult Education Block Grant.

Assists in the development of partnerships with four-year institutions, in coordination with instructional and student services departments.

Performs other related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required.

Knowledge of:

• principles and practices, laws and regulations of community college academic programs.
• program planning, development, and implementation.
• proper budget development and implementation practices and methods.
• principles and practices of management and supervision including planning, organizing, assigning, and reviewing work; performance appraisal and discipline; employee selection and development; and affirmative action policy.

Ability to:

• plan, direct, and manage the activities and operations of a community college off-campus locations.
• prepare and present effective reports, recommendations, and correspondence.
• effectively communicate in both oral and written forms.
• direct, supervise, and formally evaluate the work of others.
• establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
• travel and make visits to off-campus extended education locations in the District.

Experience/Education

Education/Experience Required:

Master's degree from an accredited institution, or the equivalent, and two years formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to assignment.

Supervisory experience, preferably at an educational institution

Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, as well as staff members and students with physical and/or learning disabilities.

Possession of:

A valid California driver’s license and evidence of appropriate vehicle insurance, based on DMV regulations.