Job Description

 

Salary Range: Grade B: $176,356.20 - $236,334.16/year, $245,787.53 (top step effective 7/01/2024)

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: AC23-00781

Location: Orange, CA

Division: SCC Student Services

Closing: 2/9/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

Job Description


POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the general direction of the Vice President of Student Services, the Dean of Student Development oversees the Office of Student Development. This position is responsible for fostering and supporting safe, inclusive, and equitable learning conditions for all students (credit and noncredit).
The Dean of Student Development is a highly visible leader who actively demonstrates a commitment to equity and inclusion; engages in self-reflection and continuous improvement regarding individuals and their cultural competence; exercises responsibility and accountability for actions; views all students as equally capable and worthy of our care, time and energy; and demonstrates appreciation and respect for others' perspectives and lived experiences.
The Dean of Student Development also serves as the campus Deputy Title IX Officer and is responsible for resolving student/student Title 5 and Title IX complaints.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Student Development

• Serves as the college's Student Conduct Officer, responsible for adjudicating violations of the Standards of Student Conduct.
• Provides leadership for planning the Commencement Program, the Student Activities Office, Associated Student Government, Inter-Club Council, Student Leadership Institute, and other student leadership programs.
• Coordinates across the college to develop and expand students' growth, learning, and leadership opportunities.
• Identify and onboard student leaders to participate in governance committees and college and district activities where students' voices are critically important.
• Plans, develops, and evaluates all assigned programs and services and has substantial responsibility for college special events and related programs.
• Serves as the Chair of the Crisis, Assessment, Response, and Evaluation (CARE) Team and is responsible for overall case management and training of team members.
• Serves as a member of the District Behavioral Assessment Team (in conjunction with RSCCD Safety and Security).
• Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Jeanne Clery Act.
• Reviews assigned programs, services, activities, and expenditures for compliance with applicable state and federal law, regulations and guidelines, District policy, procedures, and responsiveness to the needs of a culturally diverse community.
• Creates collateral materials outlining campus grievance and reporting processes.
• Plans and recommends resource allocations that support student services.
• Oversees the operation of the college's basic needs center.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 

Civil Rights, Title 5 and Title IX

• Serves as the campus Deputy Title IX Officer.
• Oversees the resolution of all student/student complaints received under civil rights, Title 5 and Title IX, ensuring a timely, thorough, impartial, and equitable process for all parties including but not limited to take full ownership of overseeing intake, investigations, alternative dispute resolution, and administrative determination with a college civil rights, Title 5 and Title IX team.
• Committed to the principles of due process, equity, and respect.
• Develops and updates training as well as outreach while collaborating with stakeholders to develop and implement ongoing awareness and education events and activities.
• Participates proactively as part of all civil rights and Title IX efforts by representing the college.
• Serves as the campus subject-matter expert on compliance with student discrimination, harassment, retaliation, civil rights and Title 5/Title IX cases.
• Conducts intake meetings with individuals reporting prohibited conduct under civil rights, Title 5 and Title IX.
• Coordinate, monitor, and implement supportive measures and implements necessary interim measures.
• Provides comprehensive, timely, trauma-informed response and support services to students reporting sexual misconduct, stalking, and intimate partner violence.
• Facilitates informal resolution agreements for student/student civil rights, Title 5 and Title IX complaints.
• Pens comprehensive reports of findings of fact and recommendations for appropriate remedies within mandatory deadlines.
• Produces and crafts analytics relating to reporting/resolution data for the college.
• Leads and communicates information about implementing and supporting campus efforts related to Title 5 and Title IX, civil rights, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and Bias Incidents.
• Administers policies and procedures about civil rights, Title 5 and Title IX.
• Produces compliance-related documents and reports of high quality.
• Identifies and successfully addresses gaps in existing processes at the campus level.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Personnel

• Responsible for or effectively recommending the hire, transfer, assignment, discipline, training, professional development, direction, and evaluation of work of all personnel in the unit.
• Administers collective bargaining agreements, complies with District policies, rules, and regulations regarding personnel, evaluates the performance of assigned staff, and provides direction and assistance wherever a need for improvement is identified.

Students

• Responsible for handling student personnel, program, and staff-related complaints and resolving conflicts regarding all program areas.
• Interprets and recommends policies and programs to address student needs in areas of responsibility.

Budget/Funding

• Responsible for timely and accurate preparation, submission, and administration of the budget for assigned programs and functions.
• Responsible for reporting and accounting for categorical funding of programs and related reports.
• Seeks additional and alternative funding for programs and activities.

Planning

• Responsible for planning courses, special events, and programs.
• Schedules classes and work schedules in response to demand.
• Develops annual budget, goals, activities, and outcomes for all Student Development functions.

Community Contact/RepresentationMust be a highly visible educational leader seeking significant leadership positions in community institutions, activities, community support organizations, and on state and national boards and committees to articulate, enhance, and improve college programs, offerings, funding, and assets.
Other Professional ResponsibilitiesResponsible for advising, chairing, and supervising service area, college/district-wide committees, and task forces.
Organizational RelationshipsThis position reports to the campus Vice President of Student Services. Regarding Title 5 and Title IX responsibilities, this position reports to the Assistant Vice Chancellor, People & Culture.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Thorough Knowledge of:

• Strong knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and policies, including California Education Code, due process, Title IX, Title 5, the Jeanne Clery Act, the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization of 2013 (VAWA), and the Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Act (Campus SaVE).
• Methods and techniques of trauma-informed practices under California Education Code, Section 67386 (b) (12) and other legal requirements.
• Principles and practices of investigations and conflict resolution.
• Case management software, such as Advocate/Maxient.
• Modern office practices and procedures.?

Ability to:

• Use data to assess and evaluate programs to make data-driven decisions.
• Apply RSCCD's policies regarding Title 5 and Title IX.
• Excel in case management software, such as Advocate/Maxient.
• Prevent and resolve conflicts and problems.
• Plan, measure and evaluate programs.
• Supervise staff.
• Quickly analyze, effectively interpret, and apply laws, rules, and regulations.
• Build consensus and organize programs and services to meet changing needs.
• Maintain high levels of confidentiality, discretion, and good judgment.

Job Qualifications


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and ExperienceA Master's degree and one (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience responsibly related to this administrative assignment; or a valid California

ABOUT RANCHO SANTIAGO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is one of the most established districts in the state and has been in operation for nearly 50 years. Located in the heart of Orange County, it is one of the largest of California's 72 community college districts, based on the number of credit and non-credit students. RSCCD encompasses 25 percent of Orange County's total area and serves a population of more than 700,000 residents in the communities of Anaheim Hills, Orange, Santa Ana, Villa Park, and portions of Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Tustin, and Yorba Linda. The District includes Santiago Canyon College and Santa Ana College, as well as the Centennial and Orange Continuing Education Centers, the Digital Media Center, Joint Powers Fire Training Center, the Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Academy, the College and Workforce Preparation Center, and the District Operations Center. RSCCD's three (3) auxiliary Foundations are actively involved in supporting both community and campus programs.

EEO STATEMENT
The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is committed to the concept and principles of staff diversity and equal employment opportunity by prohibiting discrimination based on ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), marital status, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Applications from all persons interested in the position are encouraged.

SELECTION CRITERIA Application ScreeningIn addition to the requirements and responsibilities listed, the following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for interviews:

• Educational experience - breadth and depth
• Work experience (breadth and depth)
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Program development
• Community involvement
• Demonstrated experience in working with a diverse socio-economic community
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others

Based on the information presented in the application materials, a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a written test and an oral interview.Meeting the position's minimum requirements does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements and are deemed the most competitive in the applicant pool. InterviewApplicants selected for an interview may be required to take additional tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior to the date of the interview. During the oral session, those selected for interviews will, in addition to the above, also be evaluated on the following factors:

• Oral communication skills
• Presentation
• Problem-solving skills

A predetermined set of questions will be asked of all applicants interviewed. Applicants are requested to provide thorough yet concise information on their related experience to ensure the correct evaluation of their qualifications. Evaluation criteria will be applied consistently to all applicants. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants should contact Recruitment in the Human Resources Office for assistance. Application ProceduresTo ensure full consideration, all applicants must submit a complete online Rancho Santiago Community College District Online application that includes the items listed below by the position's closing date. Human Resources will review all applications for completeness, and only complete application packets will be forwarded to the screening committee for further review.

A Complete Application Packet Must Include the Following:

• RSCCD Online Application
• Cover Letter
• Resume - details all relevant education, training, and other work experience
• Academic Transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted)

Travel reimbursement is available to those meeting the established district criteria.

Foreign Transcripts: Education completed outside of the United States must be equivalent to that gained in the conventional/accredited United States education programs to be considered for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), a United States-based credentials evaluation service, must translate and evaluate Foreign transcripts.

Conditions of EmploymentThe selected candidate is required to complete the following before employment as part of the onboarding process:

• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis Exam.
• Fingerprints (by a Live Scan Agency at the candidate's expense, and clearance must be received before the first day of employment)
• Submit official transcripts.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/rsccd/jobs/4321588/dean-student-development-deputy-title-ix-coordinator

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