Dean, Student Support Services

Nocccd•Anaheim, CA

About The Position

Under the direction of the Chief Student Services Officer, this position is responsible for performing a variety of administrative and supervisory duties related to the functions and activities of the college student support services and programs, as well as campus Title IX compliance coordination.

Requirements

Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and at least one year of formal training, internship or leadership experience reasonably related to the assignment.
Commitment to diversity.
All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience overseeing co-curricular and wrap-around student programs that promote wellness, safety, and student development with a special focus on access to core basic needs and equity.
Experience in the management, coordination and leadership of student support services programs in a higher education environment.
Demonstrated experience overseeing personnel (faculty and staff) including hiring, training, and evaluating.
Experience and knowledge of guidelines and procedures pertaining to Title IX requirements.
Experience with oversight of local, state and federal programs, regulations, and compliance.
Experience interpreting and applying student codes of conduct, managing the disciplinary process from investigation to resolution including threat assessment.
Build and maintain partnerships with local businesses, non-profits, and community organizations to expand student access to resources.
Experience collaborating with instructional programs, student services areas, and members of the public to support student success.
Experience overseeing the following types of student services and supports: student health, mental health, basic needs, food pantry, and behavioral intervention teams.
Demonstrated experience ensuring equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility are effectively addressed in any of the following areas: budgetary or planning processes, conflict resolution, leadership development, professional development, supervision of employees.
Experience with student life and leadership activities including oversight of student governance.
Experience leading efforts to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism ( DEIA ) initiatives across campus supporting African American/Black, LGBTQIAS2+, undocumented/mixed status, and/or additional diverse student communities.
Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner.
Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership in the administration, organization and development of assigned college student support services and programs, (i.e., Extended Opportunity Programs and Services ( EOPS ), Student Activities, CalWORKs, Veterans Resource Center and Health Services and related programs may be part of the assignment).
Serves as college Title IX coordinator with responsibilities for notification and education; consultation, appropriate investigation and disposition; institutional monitoring and compliance; and advising college administration on matters related to Title IX.
Leads in the planning, organizing, scheduling and directing of the development of Title IX activities.
Formulates and develops long and short-range goals and strategic plans for assigned programs and services, including staffing, facilities, curriculum and educational philosophy; assures consistency of plans with other college and District plans.
Develops and implements plans and policies and procedures to facilitate, improve and promote student support services and programs; assures compliance with state and federal laws and regulations applicable to Title IX and student support services and programs.
Acts as primary case manager for behaviorally assessment; coordinates with campus safety, student discipline officer, health services, faculty and other campus areas to assess threat and implement procedures to minimize risk.
Arranges for regular behavioral assessment training for faculty, staff, and students; prepares and disseminates educational materials, including brochures, posters and web-based materials.
Provides leadership and advocacy to enhance innovation and participation in issues related to health services, student activities, veterans resources, judicial affairs and Title IX.
Develops and prepares the annual preliminary budgets for assigned programs; monitors and controls budget expenditures; directs the preparation and maintenance of detailed and comprehensive reports, records and files regarding personnel, facilities, programs, operations and activities.
Contributes to the development and implementation of outreach activities and serves as a liaison with local high schools and community agencies to promote enrollment and effectiveness of programs and services.
Maintains communication with District and college staff and various agencies to coordinate program services and activities and exchange information; maintains current knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations concerning programs and services.
Trains, supervises, evaluates and directs the work of personnel as assigned; participates in selection and hiring processes.
Plans, organizes and arranges appropriate staff development programs and activities for faculty and staff; provides orientation for new employees.
Organizes, attends or chairs a variety of administrative and staff meetings as required; serves on committees as assigned; provides administrative oversight of special projects or programs as assigned.
Maintains current knowledge of instructional methods and new technologies pertinent to assigned programs; learns and applies emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications) as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized and timely manner.
Provides direction for the development of new programs, including contribution to the development or redesign of existing programs in student support services.
Provide leadership in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff, to address student achievement gaps, and in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment.
Assist and promote the growth and success of a diverse population of students and employees through the development of interculturally competent and equity minded management and leadership abilities. The ideal candidate should have experience in this area with African Americans, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students and employees.
Performs related duties as assigned.
In addition to the essential functions, the Dean of Student Support Services may participate in the development and administration of external funding sources from grants, corporate sponsorships, and donations.