**Any complete applications received after the closing date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request.
SALARY GRADE: A2/A3 - J
FULL SALARY RANGE: $153,518.86 - $216,016.47 annually*
*Actual placement is based on applicant's verified education and experience (Customary Hiring Range: $153,518.86 - $169,254.54 annually). In addition, candidates with verified educational units beyond the minimum qualification may qualify for additional pay, up to $564 per contract month.
The Foothill-De Anza Community College District is currently accepting applications for the management position above.
The Foothill - De Anza Community College District does not have a remote work policy. All employees are expected to be available to work in person and on-site per the requirement of the department.
Foothill - De Anza Community College District Mission Statement:
The mission of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District is student success and educational excellence. The district and its colleges provide access to affordable, quality educational programs and services that develop a broadly educated and socially responsible community that supports an equitable and just future for California and the global community. Every member of our district contributes to a dynamic instructional and learning environment that fosters student engagement, equal opportunity, and innovation in meeting the various educational and career goals of our diverse students. Foothill-De Anza is driven by an equity agenda and core values of integrity, inclusion, care for our students' well-being, and sustainability.
Foothill College Mission Statement:
Believing a well-educated population is essential to sustaining and enhancing a democratic society, Foothill College offers programs and services that empower students to achieve their goals as members of the workforce, as future students, and as global citizens. We work to obtain equity in achievement of student outcomes for all California student populations, and are guided by our core values of honesty, integrity, trust, openness, transparency, forgiveness, and sustainability.'
These core values are essential to authentic and sustainable institutional equity at Foothill College. Institutional equity is embedded not only in the college's Educational Master Plan and Strategic Vision for Equity but in its planning, hiring and evaluative processes.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Under the direction of and reporting to the Vice President of Student Services, the Dean of Students is primarily responsible for the leadership, management, and supervision of the Student Affairs and Activities Division as well as the Campus Center. The Dean is charged with managing assigned student services programs, including but not limited to Student Activities, Student Leadership Development, Service Learning, Associated Students of Foothill College (ASFC), Mental Health and Wellness Center, Basic Needs Center, and the BlPOC (Black Indigenous and People of Color) Multicultural Center and the Welcome Center. The Dean of Students also oversees the contracts for Food Services and Health Services. The Dean of Students is the Chief Judicial Officer for the college and chairs the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT).
NATURE and SCOPE:
The Dean of Student Affairs and Activities is the administrator over Student Activities, student government, student accounts, the campus center including food services, and the annual commencement ceremony. The dean also is the administrator over discipline and due process, to help ensure a safe and non-hostile campus environment.
The Dean of Student Affairs and Activities supervises the following personnel: Student Activities Director, Accountant, Administrative Assistant, Events Coordinator, Basic Needs Coordinator, BIPOC Faculty Coordinator, Psychological Services Faculty, and the BIPOC Supervisor
KEY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties and responsibilities are typical but not limited to the following:
Oversees the day-to-day operation of the Student Affairs and Activities Division and the Campus Center.
Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates division faculty, classified staff and management personnel.
Serves as the Chief Judicial Officer for the college. Administers the Student Code of Conduct, due process, and student discipline.
Serves on the Academic Integrity Committee.
Chairs the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT)
Serves as the Title IX Officer, and the Grievance Officer for the college.
Responsible for developing programs and services to promote student life on campus. Oversees program development and implementation for Title IX.
Responsible for developing and managing the budget for the student services division, supervising allocation of resources and expenditures, fiscal, and contract compliance.
Provides oversight and direction for the Student Leadership and Service Learning programs.
Responsible to guide and oversee student government (ASFC) activities, advising, and budget management, ensuring legal and district compliance of expenditures and activities. Reviews all travel for ASFC to ensure district and legal compliance to regulations.
Provides oversight and direction for the services offered at the Welcome Center with includes the ASFC Smart Shop and Design Center; ensures legal and district compliance of expenditures and activities.
Plans, coordinates and implements annual college commencement ceremony.
Provides leadership and oversight for the quarterly Welcome Wednesday (New Student Orientation), Week of Welcome (WOW) and Heritage Month events.
Provides professional development for the college on managing student behavioral issues, student rights and responsibilities, Foothill's disciplinary process, classroom management and other related fields that support student success. Maintains current information online.
Provides conflict mediation for students and the college community.
Oversees coordination of the the Basic Needs Center, Mental Health and Wellness Center, LGBTQ+ Center, BIPOC Multicultural Center and Services for the UndocuAlly services.
Selects, implements and manages technology programs and resources supporting the division responsibilities.
Develops RFP's, evaluate proposals, recommends vendors and supervises contracts for college Food Services and Health Services. Ensures contracted service employees are in alignment with FERPA, student employment, college and district policies and procedures.
Prepares program reviews, develops SAOs, researches and implements best practices for the division.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
Education Code, federal and state regulations.
CA Education Code, Funding Terms and Conditions of the CA Dept. of Education, Child Development Division, Title 5.
Preference for knowledge of the community college.
Familiarity with College procedures.
A grasp of student needs and institutional limitations and parameters and how to reconcile the differences.
Budget management.
Legal and ethical standards in the community college setting.
Accreditation requirements.
Skills and Abilities:
Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
Supervisory and administrative experience.
Good human relations and communication skills.
Understanding, appreciation, and experience for counseling.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including complex proposals and presentations.
Supervise and/or manage a complex student services programs serving a diverse student population.
Lead, advocate and network in the interest of the students and the College mission.
Demonstrate strong supervisory skills.
Provide administrative leadership in a college culture that values consultation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
One (1) year of administrative experience, formal training, internship or leadership in any related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in a related field.
Progressively responsible administrative experience in a college or university environment.
Demonstrated ability to develop creative and innovative solutions.
Knowledge of budget development, personnel selection and program evaluation.
Understanding of, and ability to, implement student equity programs and services.
Demonstrated understanding of conflict mediation/ resolution skills.
Ability to use a computer and software such as MS Office, Banner student information system, scheduling software and other technological communication tools.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Environment:
Typical office environment.
Physical Abilities:
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone and make presentations.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Vision sufficient to read various materials.
Sitting for extending periods of time.
Bending at the waist.
Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs.
APPLICATION PACKET:
A District on-line application on http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/. *In the application, you will provide information, which demonstrates your understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff. Additionally, you will be asked to explain how your life experiences, studies or work have influenced your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
A cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position.
A current resume of all work experience, formal education and training.
If any required application materials are omitted, the committee will not review your application. Items not required (including reference letters) will not be accepted. For full-consideration, all application packets must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date.
Please allow yourself ample time to complete your application and resolve any technical difficulties that may arise with your submission. We do not guarantee a response to application questions within 48 hours of the closing date. You may also visit our 'Applicant Information' to assist with technical difficulties at: http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/a-applicant-instructions.html
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Position: Full-Time, Contract, 12-months per year
Starting date: As soon as possible upon completion of the search process.
Excellent benefits package which includes medical coverage for employee and eligible dependents, dental, vision care, employee assistance program, long term disability, retirement benefits and basic life insurance. For information on our benefits package that includes medical for employees and dependents, visit our web site: http://hr.fhda.edu/benefits/index.html.
Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Employment Services no later than the closing date of the announcement. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. All interviewing costs incurred by applicant are the responsibility of the applicant.
For more information about our application process contact:
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Foothill-De Anza serves the communities of Cupertino, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Stanford, Sunnyvale, and portions of San Jose.For more than 50 years, Foothill-De Anza has demonstrated excellence and innovation in academic programs and student services. As one of the largest community college districts in the United States, Foothill-De Anza provides credit classes for about 64,000 students a year. The colleges are active members of the League for Innovation in the Community College, a national consortium of leading two-year institutions.