Associate Dean Of EOPS

R-01821

San Diego County - Grossmont College

Transforming lives through learning isn't just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens.

The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees. We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.

Become a part of this dedicated team in beautiful San Diego County!

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Job Summary
Application Deadline: Monday, July 17th, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

NOTE: Application materials that are submitted on the last day of application and are timed out will not be accepted.

Department: Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS)

Months worked out of the Year: 12 months

FTE: 1.0

Work hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Shift Differential: No

Starting Salary Range:
Range: MG-9: $110,820 (Step A) or $115,253 (Step B) Based on experience

Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2023

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE:

To plan, organize, and direct the EOPS, CARE, CalWORKs, and other special programs in support of district goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, develop, implement, supervise and evaluate the EOPS, CARE, and CalWORKs (Grossmont College) programs.

• Identify and monitor the needs of EOPS, CARE, and CalWORKs (Grossmont College) eligible students; determine programs and services to meet students' needs.

• Coordinate the establishment of program goals and objectives in accordance with state and district regulations.

• Communicate with a variety of community college personnel and others, coordinate program activities, provide guidance and direction and assist in other program-related issues.

• Supervise personnel including faculty, classified support staff and hourly employees.

• Assist in identifying and recruiting students eligible for EOPS, CARE, and CALWORKS (Grossmont College); assist in remediation of students as appropriate.

• Compile and analyze data related to program participation and evaluation; plan the development of program goals and objectives; assure compliance with local, state,

• federal and district guidelines.

• Prepare and administer budgets as assigned, monitor and approve expenditures as appropriate.

• Attend program-related activities, meetings and conferences; chair and represent programs and organizations as necessary.

• Prepare district, state and federally-mandated reports.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

SPECIAL SKILLS OR REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel to local and state meetings.

• Coordinate and conduct meetings.

• Resolve student and personnel issues and problems.

• Implement, evaluate, and develop training programs.

• Budget preparation and management.

• Career and vocational assessment and counseling.

• Writing, implementation and evaluation of grants.

• In-depth knowledge of the Education Code, Title 5 and other administrative regulations and the ability to apply these regulations.

• Technical aspects of field of specialty.

• Ability to successfully delegate, ensure adherence to College and District policies, practices and procedures, hold others responsible yet instill confidence among the faculty and staff.

• Ability to exercise academic leadership to advance the College's mission.

• Ability to participate in the College planning process while participating in the achievement of the goals and priorities of the District as a whole.

• Ability to work cooperatively and responsively with all segments of the College, District and community at large.

• Ability to participate in the process, development, and achievement of the college vision, and communicate that to faculty and staff.

• Ability to exercise academic leadership to advance the College's mission.

• Commitment to the community college concept, including the open door philosophy and a diverse curriculum for a heterogeneous student population.

• Commitment to a comprehensive, student-oriented environment that facilitates learning and student development.

• Dedication to keeping students informed while seeking their opinions and providing a range of student services.

• Dedication to the improvement of the educational process.

• Facilitate communication and understanding of perspectives among faculty, staff, students, and the community, within the framework of a multi-college district.

• Read, interpret, apply and explain complex laws, regulations, requirements, policies and procedures.

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

• Sensitivity to all facets of the community including the needs of various groups that comprise it.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: a Master's degree, three years increasingly responsible experience in development and implementation of EOPS or similar programs for the disadvantaged population. Academic counseling experience desirable.

Additional Information

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

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REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS (APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING ITEMS):

1) A complete and current resume/CV

2) A 1-2 page cover letter that discusses how your education and experience have prepared you to serve as the Associate Dean of EOPS. Please also share how you will advance the College's vision of equity, excellence, and social justice through education in this specific role.

3) In a supplemental document uploaded in the cover letter and transcript section of the application, please answer the following questions:

• What is your experience and knowledge of other programs supporting underserved student populations in higher education? (limit to 250 words)

• What do you feel are the largest barriers to student retention, persistence, and completion for disproportionately-impacted student communities? (limit to 250 words)

4) Official or unofficial transcripts verifying degree(s) and/or course work.

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The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, a two-college district in eastern San Diego County, has been providing a high-quality education to the region since Grossmont College opened its doors in 1961 and Cuyamaca College began operating in 1978. The district is tied closely to the suburban and rural communities that it serves, providing a $1 billion economic impact to the region through its payroll, purchasing, and spending by students and alumni.

The district has a strong commitment to diversity and equity with a student population representing a broad variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, cultures and abilities. The district strives to provide an educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect that ultimately also benefits the global community.

The colleges offer more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide range of programs. Both colleges have signature programs that have become well-renowned. Grossmont College is recognized for its top-notch Administration of Justice, Culinary Arts, Nursing and Allied Health and Theatre Arts programs, while Cuyamaca is known for its Automotive Technology, Ornamental Horticulture, Environmental Health and Safety and Water/Wastewater Technology programs.

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