INTERIM DEAN, STUDENT AFFAIRS

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

Job Description

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Services, the Dean of Student Affairs provides leadership, strategic direction, and budget management in the following areas: Gizmo’s Kitchen, Associated Students of Grossmont College, Commencement, Inter Club Council, Student Health and Wellness and Student Conduct.

The Dean of Student Affairs serves as a manager for both classified professionals and faculty, leads the College's Prevent, Assess and Care Team (PACT), and coordinates with a variety of other college and district offices in support of the College's mission, vision, and strategic goals.

JOBPURPOSE:

Underthedirectionoftheassigned manager, plan, organize,anddirecttheoperationsofamajor instructionalorstudent services division; superviseandevaluatetheperformanceofcertificatedandclassified personnel.

GROSSMONT COLLEGE’S VISION, MISSION, AND VALUES  

The ideal candidate will share Grossmont College’s commitment to our Vision, Mission, and Values (see below), especially our commitment toworking collaboratively to cultivate an equitable student-centered learning environment for our students whose backgrounds include a broad range of cultural, socioeconomic, genders, abilities, and orientations.  

Vision:Empowered through a culture of inclusivity, Grossmont College strives to maintain our student-centered philosophy while working to support the ever-changing needs of our students. Along with ensuring student success, Grossmont College continues to advance our antiracism and equity work as we venture further into the 21st century.  

Mission:Grossmont College serves the diverse population of our surrounding community and beyond by creating clear and accessible pathways to degrees and jobs leading to social and economic mobility for our students. We work collaboratively to cultivate an equitable student-centered learning environment, and we hold ourselves accountable for improving student outcomes through ongoing assessment, evaluation, and data-informed decision making. Grossmont College offers associate degrees; transfer preparation, including Associate Degrees for Transfer; certificate programs; career education and workforce development.  

Values:  

• Learning and Student Success  

• Creativity and Innovation  

• Pursuit of Excellence and Continuous Improvement  

• Integrity  

• Power of Diversity and Inclusion  

• Civility  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage, evaluateandcoordinate academic subject areasandstudent servicesinaccordancewith legalrequirements, district policiesandsoundinstructionalandstudent services principles and practices.

• Establish overallgoals,objectivesandplans; initiateandparticipateinoverall program planning; communicate statutes, districtandcollege policiesandphilosophiestodivision staff.

• Performthehiring, evaluationandretentionofassignedfaculty andstaff accordingtostatutesandGoverning Board policy;planandcoordinate orientationandin-service educationforprofessional developmentofprogramfaculty and staff.

• Preparefacultyteaching assignmentsandschedules;assigncertificatedandclassifiedstafftowork areas,hours andduties;orient andassistnewpersonnelasneeded.

• Prepare budgetsandsubmit through appropriate channelsforapproval; monitorandcontrol assignedprogram-operating budgets; initiatespecial fundrequests; determineneed andpriorityforcapitalequipmentandmaterials.

• Serve as a member of district, site or other committees and task forces.

• Participatein publicinformation activitiestopromoteandpublicizetotalinstructionalandstudent services programs; respondtoinquiries regarding curriculumorcourse offeringsandservices provided.

• Prepare catalog material, class schedulesandother program informationasrequired;recommendandimplementnewprogramstoenhancethecollegemission andenrollment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Anycombination equivalentto:Master's degreefrom anaccredited institution plusfiveyearsofachievementinmanagement, supervisionorleadership programs, departmentsordivisions withinaninstitutionofhigher education,withemphasisin oneor more of theareastowhichtheDeanpositionisassigned.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

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

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

• 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.

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

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

• Ability to participate in the Community 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.

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

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

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

Additional Information

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1. A complete and current resume/CV.

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