President (Fresno City College)

EJE Elementary Academy • Fresno, CA

379d • $259,397 - $280,781

About The Position

The State Center Community College District (SCCCD) is seeking outstanding leaders to apply or be nominated for the role of president of Fresno City College. Nestled in California's San Joaquin Valley, Fresno City College stands as the state's first community college, founded 114 years ago. With strong ties to both urban and rural communities, the college brings transformative educational opportunities to one of the most racially and ethnically diverse regions in the state. Enrolling over 23,000 students each semester, Fresno City College offers acclaimed career and transfer programs and is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution with enduring community connections and ambitious future goals. The Chancellor, Board of Trustees, and community are looking for a president who embodies unifying, effective, and inclusive leadership for this vibrant, multifaceted institution. The ideal candidate will bring transparent and trustworthy leadership, skilled management of resources and talent, and the courage to make collaborative, equity-centered decisions. They will champion the college's equity-centered mission, advocate for students and the college, and be a visible, engaged presence on campus and in the broader community. Fresno City College thrives on its pioneering spirit and supportive, innovative community. Its faculty, staff, and leadership are committed to advancing the college's legacy of excellence. The next president will have the opportunity to build on this strong foundation, guiding Fresno City College toward a bright and impactful future.

Requirements

• Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
• Earned master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Five (5) years of administrative experience in education, business, industry or government, including three (3) years at the senior executive level.

Nice To Haves

• Earned doctorate from an accredited higher education institution.
• Higher education administrative experience, preferably within the California Community Colleges system.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the chief executive officer of the college.
• Leads the development of the college's strategic plan and evaluation of the achievement of the college's goals and objectives.
• Advocates for the college using a collaborative, collegial leadership style that also supports the district's strategic plan and achievement of the district-wide goals and objectives.
• Develops and utilizes procedures to effectively allocate the resources of the college to optimize the achievement of the college goals and objectives.
• Establishes and implements procedures that enhance the college's administrative and governance processes and college-wide communications.
• Leads the evaluation of the college's programs and services and ensures the use of research and evaluation data in institutional planning.
• In collaboration and with assistance of the college's faculty and staff, leads the development of educational specifications for facilities required to support the college's programs, and leads the improvement in college programs and services.
• Ensures adherence to the institutional accreditation policies, standards and eligibility requirements.
• Leads the development of the college's budget and ensures management of the college's financial affairs in conformity with district fiscal policies and procedures.
• Encourages and supports the development of college public relations, service to the community, and student outreach.
• Promotes articulation among the college and other P-12 schools, colleges, and universities locally and nationally.
• Approves all job assignments, duties and responsibilities of academic and classified personnel.
• Chairs the president's cabinet, participates as a member of the chancellor's cabinet, and participates in meetings of the Board of Trustees.
• Keeps the chancellor informed of the college's programs and services, as well as the needs and accomplishments of the college.
• Represents the college at meetings of appropriate educational agencies and organizations.
• Ensures the college's compliance with federal, state and district policies on equal employment opportunities, and shall endeavor to protect students, employees, and members of the community from all discrimination, including sexual harassment.
• Ensures that all employees work within the duties and responsibilities described in job descriptions, and ensures all employees follow all policies, rules, regulations, bargaining agreements, and procedures of the state and the District, including the requirement that access to privileged information be carefully protected.

Benefits

• Comprehensive fringe benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, sick leave, vacation benefits.
• California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) or Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Starting annual salary is $259,397-$280,781 dependent upon experience and qualifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree