Under the supervision of the Dean of Counseling & Matriculation the director will provide leadership to and support for the Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS), Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE) programs.  In addition to program development and course support, the director is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and evaluation of department personnel, programs, expenditures, and facilities.
 

(E) = denotes essential duties of the position

• Provide leadership for EOPS/CARE and NextUp program development and work directly with the Dean of Counseling and Matriculation.
• Work directly with the Dean of Counseling and Matriculation, faculty/counselors to plan for program additions, modifications, and deletions; set priorities for resource needs, provide program analysis and participate in strategic and long-range planning for the district. (E)
• Demonstrate a commitment to fulfill the comprehensive mission of the community college while adhering to Title V program guidelines. (E)
• Encourage excellence in the smooth delivery of support services for EOPS/CARE and NextUp student participants. (E)
• Promote the assessment of student outcomes within the EOPS/CARE and NextUp program to determine the effectiveness of student learning. (E)
• Stay abreast of trends and innovations specific to EOPS/CARE and NextUp programs specifically and the alternate modes of assessment, hiring practices, academic freedom, and the role of technology. (E)
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions. (E)
• Promote the needs of the department to on-and off-campus organizations, on committees and at meetings. (E)
• Encourage excellence in counseling and orient new staff. (E)
• Create a positive working environment for all levels of the department and work cooperatively with other campus personnel to promote the program throughout the campus. (E)
• Prepare, submit, and manage annual EOPS/CARE and NextUp program budget. (E)
• Maintain, expand, and monitor EOPS/CARE and NextUp program financial needs, including new personnel, program funding, access technology and equipment, and communicate program priorities clearly to the departments involved, the dean, and when appropriate, the State Chancellor’s Office. (E)
• In consultation with the dean and department faculty, design the counseling schedule each semester. (E)
• Supervise, and evaluate classified staff. (E)
• Supervise staff including, hourly and student workers. (E)
• Coordinate the process of hiring, training, and evaluating program tutors, peer advisors, and student assistants. (E)
• Support staff development and professional growth among departments. (E)
• Resolve conflicts and issues within the department in compliance with collegiality and due process. (E)
• Review requests for staff to meet short-term and long-term needs and make recommendations to the Dean of Counseling and Matriculation; assist in the development of job descriptions for new positions. (E)
• Maintain an effective working knowledge of computer and related technologies which affect office management including electronic spreadsheets, word processing, data collection, and internet/intranet capabilities. (E)                                            
• Participate in the Program Review process. (E)
• Organize and preside over staff meetings.
• Monitor compliance with state regulation and district regulations. (E)
• Be available for day, evening, or weekend assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Possession of a master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of community college experience working with educational programs, community organizations, government programs, or private industry in which the applicant dealt predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages.
• Completion of a minimum of six (6) units of college-level course work predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by educational, language, or social disadvantages.

Authority cited: Sections 69648, 70901(b)(1)(B) and 87356 of CA Education Code & Title 5 Regulations Section 56262. 

Reference: Sections 70901(b)(1)(B), 87356 and 87357 of CA Education Code. 

Desirable Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development counseling.
• Demonstrated commitment to high academic program standards and academic freedom.
• Experience with and commitment to shared governance culture, consensus building, and a team approach to management
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Evidence of effective planning in the management supervision and evaluation of the work of others.
• Evidence of a commitment to the vision of a learning-centered institution and community.
• An understanding of how technology can support learning and a record of support for technological advancements.
• Knowledge of varied assessment instruments.
• Program development experience (preferably in a community college).
• Evidence of program standards.
• Evidence of income and expenditure accountability.

Knowledge Of:

• Higher education in community colleges, including the mission of the California Community Colleges.
• Shared governance within the California Community College System.
• Local, state, and federal laws governing programs and services; specifically, state laws governing programs
• Varied evaluation procedures for staff and faculty.
• Student matriculation.
• Budget preparation and control.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
• Computer and related technologies for counseling.

Ability To:

• Plan, organize, develop, and evaluate EOPS/CARE and NextUp programs.
• Develop and modify policies/procedures to meet staff, student and community needs as related to the EOPS/CARE and NextUp programs.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds, in order to promote equal access to all divisional programs.
• Use strong oral and written communication skills.
• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate personnel.
• Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions.
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.
• Plan, organize work, and meet schedules, and deadlines.
• Work cooperatively and coordinate projects with other administrators and staff, in order to offer effective services to students.
• Evaluate and support faculty and staff recommendations for program improvements and/or new programs.
• Develop and control budgets.

• Requires the ability to exert some physical effort, such as walking, bending, climbing, standing and light lifting.
• Ability to operate office equipment. 
• Tasks require extended periods sitting and at a keyboard.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

• Primarily works in an office environment.
• The employee is required to travel to locations other than assigned work site and may be required to work evenings and weekends.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the requested documents submitted through NEOGOV by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ 

• Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply for. 
• It is important the applicants submit ALL documents requested for the application package to be deemed complete and given consideration. 
  1. This includes, but is not limited to, submitting transcripts for all college coursework or degrees when requested to do so within a job announcement. 
  2. All out of the country transcripts must be evaluated prior to submitting them with applications. 
     • Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.
  3. If letters of recommendation are required, letters must be current within two years, signed and dated from individuals having knowledge of your professional experience.
  4. Typing certifications must be current within one year and must include name, date and net words per minute (NWP).
  5. For those disciplines with established Academic Senate’s approved equivalency: complete the Supplemental Equivalence Request form (If applicant is applying based on an equivalency and is requesting review)
• Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position. 
• Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
• Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized. 

Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or

missing documents will not be considered.

VISA

AVC does not sponsor visas. 

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns or require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661)722-6311.

 Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing
 administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success.
 AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural
 awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role
 models for all students.

 AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and
 provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state
 laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at
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