Job Description

Initial closing date: 03/01/23*

*For full consideration, all application packets must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date/next review date. 

The Foothill-De Anza Community College District is currently accepting applications for the classified supervisor position above.

Salary Grade: C4-66

Starting Salary: $8,464.44 (per month) plus benefits.

Full Salary Range: $8,464.44 - $11,349.25 (per month) plus benefits.

Foothill – De Anza District Mission Statement:

The mission of the Foothill–De Anza Community College District is student success. We are driven by an equity agenda and guided by core values of excellence, inclusion, and sustainability. Every member of our district contributes to a dynamic learning environment that fosters student engagement, equal opportunity, and innovation in meeting the various educational and career goals of our diverse students. We are committed to providing an accessible, quality undergraduate education dedicated to developing a broadly educated and socially responsible community that supports an equitable and just future for California.

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.

DEFINITION:

Under the direction of the area Dean, formulate and implement program plans and goals for on-campus and off-campus Disability Support Programs and Services (DSP&S)/Disability Resource Center (DRC); coordinate program planning, establish priorities and develop services and operational procedures. Provide for program reporting and accountability; provide work direction and guidance to other program personnel; evaluate assigned personnel; and establish and monitor program budgets.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Provide overall direction and guidance to the day-to-day operation, problem solving, and decision-making of on- campus and off-campus Disability Support Programs and Services DSP&S/Disability Resource Center DRC; implement program policies and directive according to District, federal and state guidelines.
2. Interview, select and hire employees; supervise, assign, direct and schedule work activities; explain how duties are to be carried out.
3. Evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; effectively communicate how the performance of duties will be measured; recommend promotions and rewards for service.
4. Approve monthly time and attendance records and approve requests for time off and additional time worked, including any overtime worked and compensatory time worked/taken.
5. Address and resolve a wide variety of concerns and complaints; adjust grievances; recommend transfers and reassignments.
6. Counsel employees; address performance problems through corrective disciplinary action; suspend and/or terminate personnel according to established policies and procedures.
7. Plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training for assigned personnel; develop and initiate departmental activities, orientations and in-services to review policies and procedures of the program, the College and changes on State regulations.
8. Formulate and implement program plans and goals for off-campus DSP&S/DRC; coordinate program planning, establish priorities and develop services and operational procedures.
9. Conduct community needs assessments and recommend appropriate course offerings; develop and coordinate quarterly schedule of classes for off-campus locations; review existing programs and course offerings and implement changes as needed; monitor program budget.
10. Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff, interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training for subordinates.
11. Research and assist in the preparation of new curriculum proposals, planning and development; develop additional programs to meet various special needs; conduct regular meetings to communicate, review and revise program guidelines.
12. Develop, organize and implement outreach activities to promote programs and services; conduct presentations as necessary; develop workshop materials, promotional materials, an other program documentation.
13. Initiate departmental activities, orientations and in-services to review policies and procedures of the program, the College and changes on State regulations.
14. Establish appropriate linkages to special populations or community groups served; promote program through participation in advocacy groups, association and other local, regional or national organizations; participate with Region 4 Coordinators group, the California Association for Post Secondary Education and Disability (CAPED) and the Association of Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD).
15. Coordinate and assemble State reporting and accountability data for Special Education division; administer the preparation of quarterly and annual State reports (i.e. MIS reporting) to determine categorical funding of the division; provide regular reports to management as requested.
16. Assure compliance with federal and state guidelines, Title 5, Section 504 of the rehabilitation Act, Section 508 of the Amendment to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
17. Assure program expenditures are within allocated budgets; monitor budgets; propose budget changes and participate in budget projection applications as necessary; prepare fund applications; prepare grant requests ad serve as the primary contact for large programs or multi-programs.
18. Assist in the investigation and response to Office of Civil Rights complaints.
19. Performs complex analysis; prepares special reports and makes presentations as needed.
20. Oversee the preparation and maintenance of DSP&S/DRC records, documents and other related reports to assure compliance with state and local guidelines; compile records for the division for on-site program evaluations as scheduled.
21. Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.
22. Perform related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledge of:

1. Federal, State and District laws and regulations governing educational and employment programs for persons with disabilities.
2. Development and assessment of special education programs.
3. Budget preparation and control.
4. Special Education instructional materials, curriculum and methodology.
5. Oral and written communication skills.
6. District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
7. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
8. Operation of a computer and related office equipment.
9. Principles of supervision and training.

Ability to:

1. Demonstrate 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.
2. Formulate and implement program plans and goals for off-campus DSP&S/DRC.
3. Coordinate program planning, establish priorities and develop services and operational procedures.
4. Train, oversee and evaluate personnel.
5. Assess needs of students with disabilities and determine appropriate educational accommodations and strategies.
6. Coordinate with community agencies regarding serving the needs of persons with disabilities.
7. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
8. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
9. Maintain records and prepare reports.
10. Train and provide work direction to others.
11. Meet schedules and time lines.
12. Apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
13. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 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.
2. Any combination equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in special education or related field.
3. Five (5) years in program coordination, outreach and recruitment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Environment:

1. Office environment.
2. Constant interruptions.

Physical Abilities:

1. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone.
2. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
3. Vision to read various materials.
4. Standing for extended periods of time.
5. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
6. Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 20 lbs.

APPLICATION PACKET:

1. 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.
2. A cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position. 
3. 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.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Position: Full-Time, Permanent, 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:

Employment Services

Foothill-De Anza Community College District

12345 El Monte Road

Los Altos Hills, California 94022

Email: employment@fhda.edu

http://hr.fhda.edu/

 

 

 

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