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Dean of Educational Programs ( Library, Distance Learning, Faculty Resources and Learning Support Services)
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Position Number: 2406585
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Position Type: Business - Finance

Dean of Educational Programs ( Library, Distance Learning, Faculty Resources and Learning Support Services)

Posting Date: 06/24/2021
Application Deadline: 8/4/2021
Open Until Filled: No
Requisition Number: 06/21-EA-R1
Job Category: Educational Administrator
Position Type: Educational Administrator
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Salary Schedule:

Driving Required: Yes
Department: Educational Programs

Essential Functions of Position:
Under the direction of the Executive Vice President-Educational Programs, will plan, organize, control and direct assigned instructional and student support operations, activities, departments and programs; coordinate and direct communications, information, resources and personnel to meet the instructional and student support needs of the College and enhance the educational effectiveness of assigned departments, programs and functions; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned full-time faculty, part-time faculty, classified staff and student workers.

Primary responsibility and leadership is in the areas of Library, Distance Education, Faculty Resources and Learning Support Services departments. Specific assignments are subject to change based upon the changing needs of Educational Programs at SBCC. We are seeking candidates who understand and respect the need for flexibility in assignments.

Minimum Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook.

The candidate must meet the following criteria:
1. Possession of a masters degree; AND
One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrators administrative assignment; OR
2. Combination of education and other accomplishments that is equivalent to the above. (If claiming equivalency, attach a separate statement that presents the basis for this claim and submit supporting evidence, e.g., transcripts, publications, and other work products.)
3. Evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, culture, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

If the title of your degree as stated on your transcripts does not exactly match one of the degree titles listed in the minimum qualifications, you must complete an equivalency statement and attach it in the Equivalency field under the documents needed to apply. Degree titles that are not an exact match will not be considered outside of the equivalency process.

The candidate must meet the following criteria:
Possession of a masters degree; AND
One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrators administrative assignment; OR
Combination of education and other accomplishments that is equivalent to the above. (If claiming equivalency, attach a separate statement that presents the basis for this claim and submit supporting evidence, e.g., transcripts, publications, and other work products.)

If the title of your degree as stated on your transcripts does not exactly match one of the degree titles listed in the minimum qualifications, you must complete an equivalency statement and attach it in the Equivalency field under the documents needed to apply. Degree titles that are not an exact match will not be considered outside of the equivalency process.

Required Licenses or Certifications:
N/A

Desirable Qualifications:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters or Ph.D. in library science, library and information science, OR the equivalent.
Experience with Online Modalities/Distance Education or related fields.
Ability to communicate needs of departments and technical programs effectively to senior management.
Experience and demonstrated leadership in the following areas: strategies for promoting student learning, retention and achievement while maintaining academic standards; application of technology and alternative delivery systems to instruction; curriculum development and evaluation; and professional development of faculty and instructional staff.
Experience in working with students and staff from diverse cultural, ethnic, socioeconomic, academic and disability backgrounds.
Experience with curriculum standards, requirements, and assessments, and instructional techniques and strategies related to Library and Learning Resource academic functions, programs, and services.
Experience in developing and managing learning resource projects, programs, services and activities.
Experience with applications of technology and alternative delivery systems to instruction.
Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of the California Community Colleges.
Knowledge of technical education issues, trends and policies, particularly as they pertain to community colleges.
Understanding of and experience with CCCCO student initiatives such as the Student Equity and Achievement Program and Planning, Guided Pathways and the Vision for Student Success.
College/university teaching experience in one or more of the disciplines for which this position is responsible.
Possession of excellent interpersonal communication skills and experience in conflict mediation.
Demonstrated success in grant writing, acquisition of grants and donations, and managing grant-funded projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of management approaches that encourage creativity and promote teaching excellence.
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff and to function effectively in a shared governance environment.
Ability to develop and manage budgets.
Experience in working with community resources to generate support for college programs.
Experience with applications of technology and alternative delivery systems to instruction.
Ability to initiate and manage new instructional programs and projects.

Salary & Benefits:
The current salary range for the Dean of Educational Programs position is Salary Table 30, Range 165, $128,642-$145,541, plus an earned doctoral bonus of $3,042.80. This position will increase one step each year and has the potential to reach the current maximum step of $156,714. Starting salary is commensurate with full-time related, paid experience. In addition to salary, each full-time employee participates in a cafeteria style Health & Welfare Benefits Program.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

General Requirements to be Submitted upon Offer of Employment:
Satisfactory fingerprint report and a completed tuberculosis risk assessment.
Documentation verifying identity and United States citizenship or authorization that you have the right to work in the United States permanently and do not now or in the future require sponsorship by Santa Barbara City College or other hiring institutions.
Official transcripts conferring college degrees indicated on the employment application.

Application Procedure:
To be considered for this position, a complete online application including all required application documents (listed above) must be submitted via https://jobs.sbcc.edu by the application deadline (please see instructions to applicants). It is important that the online District Application form (Item #1) be complete and specific to fully indicate education, experience and other qualifications of the applicant. See Resume is not acceptable.

If you apply for more than one position, copies of all the required documents must be attached separately for each position. Applications and all documents submitted become the property of SBCC and are retained electronically.

You will receive a confirmation number when your complete application has been successfully submitted online.

Selection Procedure:
Selection Procedure:
Online applications will be initially reviewed by the selection committee, who will recommend candidates for personal interviews at SBCC. After the initial interviews have been conducted, the committee will identify the candidates who are best qualified for the position. The hiring supervisor and the Superintendent/President will interview the finalists, conduct reference checks, and make the final selection recommendation to the Board of Trustees.

Please Note: Santa Barbara City College regrets that applicants cannot be reimbursed for expenses related to the application or interview process, including travel expenses.

Generic Faculty Job Description:

Effective Date: EffDate

Environment:
WORKING CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor work environment.
Frequent interruptions.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

Hazards:
N/A

Physical Demands:
Regular operation of a computer keyboard and other standard office equipment.
Reading a variety of materials.
Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods of time.
Communicating and expressing oneself clearly on a variety of topics in conversation with, and in presentations to, staff, students, Board and community members.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching.
Mobility to reach various campus locations.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects as assigned by the position.

To apply, visit https://jobs.sbcc.edu/postings/3117