Yosemite Community College District Jobs | Director of Community Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development Job

Yosemite Community College District
Location: Modesto, California
Category: Admin-Senior / Executive Management
Posting Date: 12/12/2022
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

Job Title

Director of Community Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development - Community Lifelong Learning/Workforce Development - Modesto Junior College

Site

Modesto Junior College

Salary Range/Other

Management Salary Schedule (2022-2023) Range 35: $8,005- $10,180 per month. A $2,736 per year ($228 per month) Doctoral Stipend is provided for an earned doctorate.

Benefits

The District currently pays for a health options for the employee and dependents. Employees may elect to pay a premium for a higher health option. Vision care and dental insurance premiums for the employee and dependents is currently District paid. Income protection and life insurance premiums for the employee are also District paid.

Position Summary Information

Scope of Assignment

DEFINITION

Under general administrative direction, assists in the planning, development, and implementation of policies, regulations, guidelines, and procedures pertaining to the college lifelong learning programs, and workforce training programs and projects; serves as a resource to college and district staff, project personnel, and business partnerships; administers the Community Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development Division’s budgetary and expenditure compliance, curriculum and instruction development, quality review planning, and implementation processes; directs the functions and activities of the lifelong learning and workforce project’s instructional and non-instructional personnel; and performs other related functions as directed.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general administrative direction from the MJC Dean of Community Lifelong Learning & Workforce Development.

Provides direct supervision of Community Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development classified, training providers and faculty assigned in the delivery of college workforce development programs and services.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Principles, practices, organization, structure, strategies, and goals of public higher education methods, techniques, procedures, and strategies concerning assessment and evaluation of workforce education and training programs.
Legal mandates, policies, regulations, and operational procedures pertaining to the Federal and State projects and programs concerning local funding sources;
Principles and practices of business management, supervision, human resource practices and strategies, conflict resolution strategies, and team building principles and techniques.
General accounting, fiscal reporting and budgeting practices and procedures.
Knowledge of legal mandates, policies, regulations, and operational procedures pertaining to the Federal and State projects and programs concerning adult, career and technical education; State, Federal, and Local community groups and agencies that provide operational assistance and guidance to special project programs and activities.

Ability to:

Provide specialized resource support and coordination of creative and innovative career and vocational education curriculum and instructional programs.
Analyze and assess program needs, and offer recommendations pertaining to program activity revisions, additions, or deletions; coordinate and participate in the review and evaluation of workforce educational and training programs and projects.
Serve as a resource to project instruction, support and management personnel; establish and maintain effective organizational, community and public relationships.
Communicate effectively in oral and written English; understand and carry out oral and written directions with minimal supervisory controls.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education, experience and/or training that would likely provide the above-required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. Typical background patterns that would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities are:

Education: Completion of an earned Bachelors or higher degree from an accredited college or university in educational administration, business administration, curriculum and instruction supervision, career education, economics, public administration or a closely related field. And,
Experience: 3 years of experience in the management of industry skilled training programs, business or corporate training services, and/or career technical education. A working knowledge of the use of technology to support education and administrative appropriate practices within an educational setting

Desirable Qualifications

Desirable Professional Characteristics

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of an earned Master of Arts/Science or higher degree from an accredited college or university in educational administration, business administration, curriculum and instruction supervision, career education, economics, public administration or closely related field.
Modern, innovative, and creative curriculum and instructional trends appropriate for clients identified and participating in workforce education and training projects and programs.
Human relations strategies, conflict resolution strategies, and team building principles and techniques.

Example of Duties

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Plan, organize, direct and manage the administration of high-quality workforce development training programs/services that respond to the needs of corporate clients and/or community partners.
Collaborate with community partnerships to determine needs for new courses and programs, and the identification of funding opportunities.
Analyze industry and market trends key to the training, professional development, labor and workforce needs of our local region.
Analyze community activity trends key to the interests of our local region.
Stay abreast of trends in legislation and in the training field to assure competitiveness and financial viability.
Review, research and prepare service proposals and grant applications; develop and implement customized education and training partnerships.
Plan, organize, and coordinate workshops, in-service programs and other education; plan and process activities related to the division’s target audience.
Promote and market community lifelong learning and workforce development through presentations, brochures, socio media avenues, correspondences and other materials.
Confer with and advise management, corporate partners and project personnel concerning project requirements, implementation strategies, and other related activities as they related to contract education and workforce training.
Foster positive public relations.
Participate in a variety of committee and staff meetings in support of community lifelong learning and workforce development programs and activities; participate in other related committee assignments as required, both on and off campus.
Confer with and aid personnel in the resolution of unusual and unforeseen problems, issues and concerns.
Monitor, review, direct, and provide evaluation detail concerning the performance of projects, instructional and non-instructional personnel.
Maintain operational, financial and related records to ensure compliance with County, State, Federal, or private sector guidelines for the requirements of contract and grant funded projects.
Prepare a variety of management and program evaluation reports.
Plan, organize, coordinate and conduct quality and program compliance reviews.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Physical and Mental Standards

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STANDARDS

Mobility: ability to sit for long periods, move about an office, stand occasionally, and reach above and below desk level.

Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a keyboard, handle individual papers, write and take notes.

Lifting: occasional lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 25 pounds.

Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently.

Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person.

Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including some public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is generally performed in a standard office environment. Work may require evening and weekend hours.

Additional Applicant Information

SELECTION PROCEDURES
To Be Considered:
The Yosemite Community College District requires that all applications be submitted online. To apply, please go to www.yosemite.edu/hr/ On the “Human Resources Office” page, use the link on the left margin that reads “Job Openings.”

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
1. An online Yosemite Community College District Application.

2. A personal letter of application (Cover Letter): Individuals interested in this position will state in a (four pages or less) letter of application specifically why they are interested in the position, how they meet the criteria and qualifications for the position (ideal characteristics, essential duties and responsibilities, knowledge of, and ability to), and how they meet the desirable characteristics (education and experience).

3. Resume or Vita: Applicants will also submit a current resume of professional experience, accomplishments, educational background, and other pertinent information.

4. Unofficial transcripts: Employment history, degrees awarded, certifications and other accomplishments will also be verified.

The Board of Trustees of Yosemite Community College District assures that all employees and applicants for employment will be provided equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, or veteran status.

Applicants with ADA needs may contact Human Resources 209-575-6900 or email Recruitment@yosemite.edu to arrange for computer assistance.

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION
Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee, which will select candidates to be interviewed. Those applicants selected for personal interview will be notified by email or phone. After interviews, a recommendation will be forwarded to the Chancellor and Board of Trustees.
Appointment Information: In accordance with Board Policy, official offers of employment will be made by Chancellor or designee. Final appointment is subject to confirmation by the Board of Trustees

Federal law requires that the District employ only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. Written verification of employment eligibility is required.

A background investigation of new employees is required, including reference checks and a state criminal history report. The cost for the criminal history report will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The Yosemite Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. YCCD BP 3410 Nondiscrimination can be found at:
https://www.yosemite.edu/trustees/board_policy/3410%20Nondiscrimination.pdf

Title IX Sexual Harassment regulations define Title IX Sexual Harassment to include four terms “as defined in” the Clery Act and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA): Sexual Assault, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, and Stalking.

In accordance with 34 C.F.R. §§ 100.6(d), 104.8, and 106.9; and 28 C.F.R. § 35.106, the following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504/Title II policies:

District Title IX/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Yosemite Community College District
2201 Blue Gum Ave., Modesto, CA 95358
(209) 575-7935
howenm@yosemite.edu

Posting Detail Information

Open Date

12/12/2022

Close Date

01/09/2023

Open Until Filled

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