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DIRECTOR, INSTRUCTION | NURSING

Victor Valley College

Job Description

Basic Functions

**FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 19, 2024**


THIS POSITION IS ASSIGNED TO THE NURSING DEPARTMENT

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS EXEMPT

DEFINITION

Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff and operations of the District’s various credit and non-credit instructional programs and tutorial services; manages the effective use of department resources to improve organizational productivity; coordinates assigned activities with other District departments, officials, and outside agencies; provides complex and responsible support to an assigned Dean, Instruction in areas of expertise; and performs related duties, as assigned. 


SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED


Receives general direction from an assigned Dean, Instruction. Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff. In addition, if assigned to an educational administrator position pursuant to Title 5, Section 53402, supervises faculty.


CLASS CHARACTERISTICS


This is a management classification responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing staff, operations, and programs of major instructional and associated student academic support services within the Instructional Division. Positions at this level assume responsibility for administrative, long- and short-term planning, and budgeting; in addition, they recommend and implement the programs, projects, goals, and policies and procedures of the functional area(s) to which they are assigned, ensuring alignment with the attraction, retention and academic success of students.  Incumbents serve as a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.

Representative Duties

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.


  • Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of credit and non-credit instructional programs such as community and contract education, workforce, apprenticeship, public health and safety, and student tutoring services.   
  • Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the department; recommends within department policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
  • Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of department budget; determines funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; ensures compliance with budgeted funding.
  • Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative, and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for improvement.
  • Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends and implements discipline and termination procedures.
  • Contributes to the overall quality of the department’s services by developing, reviewing and implementing policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements, educational standards, and District needs. 
  • Plans, organizes, and develops tutoring and related academic support services; ensures that all tutorial facilities at campus learning centers are fully supported and staffed; provides direction to tutoring and academic personnel on program offerings; collaborates with faculty to identify tutors; and teaches tutor courses and discipline courses compliant with Education Code requirements.
  • Collaborates with business and industry and local workforce agencies to create in-demand and customized training aligned with workforce trends. 
  • Develops marketing strategies for department services, activities, projects, programs, and events, including flyers, brochures, and other publications, social media, and internet marketing; prepares and delivers presentations to local and regional businesses and government agencies on program goals and objectives.
  • Assists with developing grant proposals that meet funding agency requirements and priorities, including writing the grant narrative and completing all required forms and documents; establishes and maintains contacts with funding agency personnel and potential grant partners. 
  • Communicates with administrators, personnel, and outside agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities and programs, and resolve issues or concerns. 
  • Represents the department, provides consultation and technical expertise to other College divisions, departments, deans, and outside agencies; explains and interprets department programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues.
  • Conducts a variety of analytical and operational studies regarding programmatic activities; prepares comprehensive administrative and technical reports.
  • Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in fields of expertise.
  • Maintains and directs the maintenance of working and official departmental files.
  • Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect District or departmental operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required.
  • Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations.
  • Ensures staff observe and comply with all District and mandated safety rules, regulations and protocols.
  • Works productively and cooperatively with others by demonstrating respect, patience and equitable treatment of all internal and external customers.
  • Performs related duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.   A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: 

  • Equivalent to a master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in education, counseling, or a related field. 

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