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Dean of English as a Second Language
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Position Number: 1509206
Location: San Diego, CA
Position Type: Deans - Education

Dean of English as a Second Language

San Diego Community College District

Closing Date: 7/12/2019

Position Number: 007648

Location: Continuing Education

Position Type:

The Position:
Under the direction of the Vice President of Instruction, the Dean is responsible for planning, supervising, evaluating, and managing the English as a Second Language (ESL) Program at all SDCE campuses and off-site locations. The hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The incumbent also serves as the resident dean for the Mid-City Campus located in City Heights.

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

Major Responsibilities:
Manage, coordinate, and evaluate an assigned instructional program in accordance with legal requirements, District policies and sound instructional/guidance principles and practices. Supervise and coordinate assigned curriculum planning and development for classes and programs. Establish overall objectives and plans; initiate and participate in program and institutional planning; assess needs for new programs/services; facilitate their development and implementation in accordance with established approval guidelines and budgets. Direct the evaluation of facilities and equipment and recommend improvements. Communicate and interpret program objectives and offerings to potential students, other two-year and four-year institutions, community organizations, students, staff, instructors and others. Assume a leadership role in the hiring, evaluation, and retention of program personnel. Prepare faculty teaching assignments and schedules in accordance with established District policy. Develop annual budget recommendations according to established procedures; monitor and control assigned program budgets. Serve as a member of site, District, or other committees and task forces; maintain liaison with other site and District administration to assure proper coordination of activities; promote sharing of ideas and communication of successful operating practices with others in similar positions inside and outside the District. Represent the District and participate at the local, State and national levels in organizations and activities that improve, promote and publicize District instructional/instructional support programs. Coordinate and direct special projects as assigned; initiate studies and conduct analyses as necessary to determine the need for new or modified course offerings, programs or services. Prepare reports and make presentations as necessary; assure the preparation, distribution and maintenance of required reports, records and files. Coordinate and facilitate the resolution of student, instructor and staff conflicts, complaints and grievances. Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
In compliance with policies adopted by the Board of Trustees, applicants for this position must show evidence of the following minimum qualifications: 1. Possession of a Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution; AND, 2. One (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrators assignment.

Desired Qualifications:
Innovation. Demonstrated innovation that supports and enhances the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Instructional Program Development. Demonstrated experience aligning and growing established academic programs based on the organizations mission, resources, and community needs. Demonstrated understanding of sound enrollment management practices. Campus Management. Demonstrated experience serving as a manager with campus oversight responsibilities. Communication. Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining open communications regarding resources, priorities, and expectations. Effective problem-solving skills as well as strong oral and written communication skills. Collaboration. Demonstrated experience building and leveraging networks and partnerships to advance the mission, vision, and goals of an institution. Budget Management. Demonstrated experience developing and administering operating budgets, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Project Management. Demonstrated experience initiating, implementing, and coordinating multiple projects and priorities while meeting timelines. Personnel Management. Strong and effective interpersonal skills in working with district faculty and administration to ensure compliance with state and local policies and procedures. Demonstrated understanding of administrative leadership within a collective bargaining setting. Cultural Competency. Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds of adult students and staff.

Licenses:
Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience equivalent to: qualification for a California Community College Supervisor Credential and three years of increasingly responsible and directly related management or supervisory experience in an institution of higher education. Both of the following: (a) Masters degree; AND (b) One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrators administrative assignment. Valid California drivers license California Community College Supervisory Credential.

Pay Information:
Range 18 ($8,813.65 $14,132.07) per month based on the current Management Salary Schedule.

Initial salary placement is commensurate with related experience and promotional rules. The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid: medical, dental, and vision plans; sick and vacation leave; and opportunities for professional development. Initial Salary Placement, Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the Management Employees Handbook. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

To apply, visit: https://www.sdccdjobs.com

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.