"President, Saddleback College"

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

To serve as the educational leader and Chief Executive Officer of Saddleback College, one of two colleges within the South Orange County Community College District, guiding the institution with visionary, equity-centered leadership. The President ensures the delivery of inclusive, high-quality educational and support services, fosters a culture of belonging, and advances the college’s mission through strategic planning, collaborative governance, and regional partnerships.

To report to the Chancellor and execute all powers and duties in accordance to rules and regulations of the Board of Trustees, Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges, and the laws of the State of California; serve as the institutional leader and implement board policies and administrative regulations as applicable to the position; serve under contract and establish annual goals, which are approved by the Chancellor; and advise the Chancellor on matters related to District planning, policies, operations, as they affect the diverse body of students and employees at the college.

To formulate and articulate a vision of the college’s future that addresses the evolving social, economic, and political forces that affect its mission and campus priorities, in which teaching, learning, equitable student access and student success are central to the college mission.

To maintain effective working relationships with faculty, classified professionals, students, and the management team, as well as with colleagues throughout the district; and to advocate for the community college through a collaborative, collegial leadership style that advances the district’s strategic plan and supports the achievement of district-wide goals and objectives.

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 and collaborative processes; encourage professional excellence among faculty, classified professionals and the management team, and promote an organizational culture rooted in excellence, innovation, and high-quality service to students and the community.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction and evaluation from the Chancellor. The President is a district team member on the Chancellor’s Executive Council and on other committees and councils directed and delegated by the Chancellor.

Provides leadership and direction to the Vice President for Instruction, the Vice President for Student Services, the Vice President for College Administrative Services, other academic administrator and classified management personnel and related support staff.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

General

Keeps the Chancellor fully informed of significant campus developments. Prepares and submits all college-related recommendations and resolutions concerning the college and submits them to the Chancellor for final approval, subject to the Board of Trustees review as appropriate. Advises the Chancellor on personnel matters and recommends the college's organizational structure. Provides strategic leadership for instructional and student services planning, as well as overall college operations. Oversees the College’s accreditation process and fosters clear, ongoing communication with faculty, classified professional, and the management team, regarding all facets of college operations, including curriculum, instruction, budget, administrative services, institutional planning, facilities, student services, and educational planning.

Planning and Fiscal Management:

Provide leadership in the development and implementation of a sustainable master plan and integrated strategic plan grounded in institutional research, accreditation standards, and student success metrics. Ensure that planning drives budget development and resource allocation aligned with Board Policy and Administrative Regulations.

Envision, plan, formulate, develop, implement, review and evaluate short- and long range goals and objectives and policies, standards and outcomes which are in support of the strategic and facilities master plan and the instructional needs of the college’s local community.

Develop and monitor the college budget and assume fiscal responsibility; and ensure that financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: An earned master’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, business, or public administration, or related field.

Experience: At least five years of demonstrated and responsible senior executive administrative experience, preferably in a higher education environment, with a broad variety of instructional and student services programs, and physical, fiscal and technology resources. At least three years of experience managing a multi-million dollar budget in higher education. Experience in a participatory governance environment in higher education. Experience in and/or demonstrated knowledge of the role of the community colleges in economic and workforce development. Commitment to equity and diversity.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Teaching experience; an earned doctorate from an accredited college or university.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND/OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A valid California driver's license.