Qualified candidates must submit a complete on-line application, resume, unofficial transcript and a cover letter, not to exceed five (5) pages. Candidates should cite specific examples from background and experience to demonstrate knowledge and expertise necessary for this position. The letter of application should indicate to what extent personal qualities, professional characteristics and skills match the desirable qualifications sought for this position.

(Note: The first interviews will be held from 4/24/23 to 4/25/23 and the final interviews and public forums will be held during the week of 5/11/23 to 5/12/23.)

We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas, and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live.



The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the opportunity to benefit by fully participating in our society and institutions.



Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability, and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet, we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.



Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds; including students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.


The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting leadership role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, while closing our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.



If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.

8am-5pm, Monday-Friday

The President is Chief Executive Officer of the college. and has a direct reporting relationship to the District Chancellor. The President is responsible for the delivery of educational and other services provided by the college, the supervision of the administrative staff and all educational programs and services of the college. The President provides high level direction regarding the overall operation of the college, its outreach locations, and centers. The President delegates to the Vice President, Deans and Directors the supervision of other administrative, teaching and classified professionals.

The President provides visionary leadership and understands and promotes the roles of the community college in a changing society. The President independently performs assigned critical and highly complex senior management level duties with an entrepreneurial spirit and effectiveness, speed, and accuracy. The President is responsible to foster a dynamic college atmosphere conducive to academic excellence and optimal functioning. The President is a District team member on the Chancellor’s cabinet. The President has a deep appreciation and respect for students, staff and faculty, and an understanding of all aspects of student life and how faculty and staff can support students.

The President is primarily responsible for the following:

Develops and maintains channels of communication with staff members regarding all aspects of college operations including curriculum; instruction; business administration; finance; planning; construction and maintenance of physical facilities; personnel; student services; and educational planning.

Maintains the college as a community institution by serving as the chief interpreter of the needs of the students and service area of the college, and promotes the development and implementation of needed programs and services.

Provides leadership for the college as whole, including, planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of educational and fiscal programs of the college.

Assures compliance with college and District policies, state and federal regulations and requirements of accreditation agencies.

Provides administrative direction in the development and initiation of college policies and procedures, as well as the organizational structure, which affect curriculum, instruction, student services and activities, and other college operations.

Presides over the decision-making process and participates in the governance structure of the college to ensure that final decisions and college policies are in accord with the general Districtwide policies and decisions officially adopted by the Governing Board.

Oversees the preparation of the annual college budget and directs operations of the college within the provisions of the budget once it is approved by the Governing Board.

Supervises, coordinates, and evaluates the general activities of all college administrators, and delegates to them such authority and responsibility as is required to perform their assigned duties.

Advises the Chancellor on matters related to District planning, policies, and operations as they affect the college.

Participates in hiring, training and evaluation of diverse faculty and staff highly qualified to achieve college goals.

Encourages professional excellence among faculty, staff, and administration to achieve the college’s mission and goals.

Represents the college to the community, promoting positive relationships and providing open communication with all constituency groups and stakeholders; builds strong partnerships with local schools, business, industry, and government. Develops and contributes to positive public relations and advocacy for the college and the District at the state and national levels while serving on committees and other activities.

Performs related duties as required.

EDUCATION: A master’s degree from an accredited college or university is required. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five years of senior/cabinet-level management experience in higher education or related environment, preferably at in a community college.

Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of diversity in the workplace and public educational environments. License/Certification: A valid Class C California Driver’s License.

Participatory governance; principles and practices of administrative organization and management, planning, supervising and evaluating the work of others, employee motivation and training; applicable federal, state, and county/local regulations as they affect community college programs and students; local community needs; collective bargaining contract provisions; ; principles, practices and use of research as it relates to community college education, and ability to communicate findings in writing and orally; the relationship and interaction of a community college and the diverse communities, special-interest groups, and public agencies it serves; the purposes, goals and philosophy underlying the delivery of education in a community college setting; Title 5 of the California Education Code and accreditation standards and processes; principles and practices of budget development and administration; interest-based approaches to problem solving and conflict resolution.; and team building acumen and demonstrated successful leadership in a complex environment.

Plan, organize, direct and evaluate the activities, programs, and personnel of the college; develop and evaluate comprehensive plans that meet the needs of present and future college and community needs; advocate for, understand and demonstrate the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion; lead the personnel of a college, by inspiring, motivating, developing and directing people; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ensure the preparation of clear and concise administrative and financial reports; work effectively in a participatory governance environment to accomplish the goals and objectives of the college; communicate effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities; understand and support interest-based approaches to problem solving and conflict resolution; demonstrate sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities; manage fluctuating resources to minimize disruptions; collaborate effectively with the college and District in enrollment management activities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Embraces the Mission of the Community College in California: Exhibits awareness of the California community college and has management experience in navigating relevant issues. Implements policies and practices guided by the diverse needs of students/community; and promotes rigor that results in high student achievement to advance the community college mission.

Collaborative Leadership: Has a clear commitment to a collegial environment and inclusion in important participatory governance decision-making processes. Exhibits a collaborative leadership style with all constituent groups to accomplish critical institutional objectives.

Values Diversity: Embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms as a Districtwide value; experienced at advocating for the educational success and support of Black/African Americans, Latinx, Indigenous/Native Americans, Asian/Pacific Islanders, LGBTQIA+ community, persons with disabilities, and other minoritized groups of disproportionately impacted students; focuses on meeting needs of underserved student and community populations; seeks diversity in employee positions.

Effective Organizational Leadership: Understands how instruction, student services, academic support services, business and administrative services, and technology interface to effectively support student learning and other institutional processes at a community college or institution of higher education.

Embraces Innovation: Creates a culture that encourages exploring new possibilities and innovative approaches that have significant potential to advance the college mission and vision.

Effective Fiscal and Resource Management: Understands the role of finances in planning, budgeting, assessing, and leading continuous improvement in a higher learning environment. Effectively manages resources to advance the college purpose.

Courage to Lead in Difficult Times: Within the context of a higher learning environment, has courage and perseverance to address challenges and confrontations. Deliberate in assessing diverse and conflicting perspectives; brings those perspectives to consensus and successful outcomes. Effective, data-informed decision maker and manager of change. Action- and results-oriented, innovative and creative, and responds to situations timely, particularly in periods of uncertain funding or disruption.

Effectively Motivates Others: Inspires trust and confidence through strong motivational skills. Exhibits outstanding communication skills, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and enthusiasm for the organization. Successful team builder with proven ability to motivate all constituent group members.

Highest Ethics and Integrity: Exhibits personal/professional ethics and integrity in all behavior and relationships with a strong sense of transparency, fairness, and equity in all decision making.

Advancing External Relationships: Maintains high visibility and has successful experience in cultivating and maintaining external relationships at the local, regional, state, and national levels as it pertains to community colleges or higher learning institutions. Commits personally and supports others in seeking external forms of resources through formal organizations.

Positive Labor Group Relations: Understands the California collective bargaining environment and the need to work effectively with all formal employee groups. Relevant experience addressing the successful negotiations outcomes.

Effective Leadership in a Multi-College District Environment: Understands President’s role within the structure of a multi-college district. Engages with leadership in a creative, innovative, and respectful manner. Engages with the Chancellor and Board of Trustees and other college leadership.

In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure 3050.05, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation.

Los Medanos College offers award-winning transfer and career-technical programs, stellar support services, and diverse learning opportunities in East Contra Costa County. Our exceptional educators, innovative curriculum, growing degree and certificate offerings, and strong regional partnerships focus squarely on student success. Of the 1,600 two-year institutions across the nation, LMC has received four consecutive recognitions as a “Top 150 U.S. Community College” by the Aspen Institute (2017, 2019, 2021 and 2023) and was named one of the “50 Best Community Colleges for 2017” by College Choice.

The mission of the Contra Costa Community College District is to transform lives by providing outstanding learning opportunities that nurture and empower all students to achieve their educational goals. The dedicated faculty, classified professionals, and administrators in the District are committed to core values and action that promote excellence in learning and equitable student success. The District is committed to hiring and developing a diverse staff that understands that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive role models for all students; and creates an inclusive and supportive educational work environment for its students, employees, and the community it serves.

Located in Contra Costa County, in the beautiful and diverse San Francisco East Bay area, the District serves one million residents within the County through education, business partnerships and service in the community. The District first opened its doors in 1949 and is the second oldest and eighth largest multi-college community college district in California. The District consists of three colleges and two centers; Contra Costa College is located in San Pablo; Diablo Valley College is located in Pleasant Hill and has a campus in San Ramon; Los Medanos College is located in Pittsburg has a center in Brentwood.. The District Office, located in downtown Martinez, supports the mission and functions of the colleges.

As evidenced by the rich diversity in Contra Costa County, the District enrolls a highly diverse student population. Serving over 45,581 students in the 2021-22 academic year, the demographic make-up of students was 9% Black/African American, 15% Asian/Pacific Islander, 34% Hispanic/Latinx, 25% White/Non-Hispanic, and 17% Other.

The District actively encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve the dynamic student population and work collaboratively with existing colleagues that are equally dynamic and diverse.

Questions: Email Sophia Lever at slever@4cd.edu

Insurance: The District offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents. Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend.



Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.



Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.



Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).



Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.



Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50. (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)



For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website:

Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2019-2022%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf



Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf

All job offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant’s satisfactory results of the Post Offer Pre-Placement Evaluation Program. This involves a physical strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job. There is no charge for this service. Please do not make an appointment for testing until you have received notification from the Human Resources Department after a job offer is extended. The positions we currently evaluate are: Building Maintenance Worker, Custodian I and II, Lead Custodian, Cook, Food Services Assistant, Food Services Supervisor, Food Services Supply Clerk, Food Services Coordinator, Grounds Worker/ Gardener I and II, Senior/ Lead Grounds Worker/Gardener, Lead Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Equipment Maintenance Worker. If you are not hired in a listed classification, you may disregard this notification.

In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to slever@4cd.edu. For administrative purposes, requests must be made at the time of application.

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It is the District’s policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.