Job Posting Title: Dean,
Learning Resources
Posting Date: 03-13-2015
Closing Date: 04-22-2015
Salary: $121,034 per
year
Position Type: Administrative/Executive
Location: SCC
(Sacramento City College)
Department: Instructional
Services
Additional Salary Information: Additional stipend for an earned doctorate from an accredited
university.
Beginning and/or Ending Dates Full-time, Educational Administrative Position
Beginning on or about July 1, 2015.
Position Summary: Under
the general direction of the Vice President of Instruction, the Dean of
Learning Resources provides leadership in the areas of Library, and Tutorial
Services including the Tutoring Center and Writing Center. The individual also
provides oversight of Academic Computing, Media Services, Distance Learning and
its development, and the use of Instructional Technology. It is expected that
the individual will work collaboratively with the Dean of Information
Technology in order to provide both leadership and support in the infusion of
technology with curriculum and instructional programs across the campus.
Additional Position Summary:
Responsibilities:
- Functions as the first line administrator working with faculty and staff in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of instructional programs and services of the Learning Resources Center.
- Provides leadership in faculty recruitment, program development, and program review for all programs and services of the Learning Resource Center.
- Provides leadership in building, maintaining, and maximizing the impact of library collections and services.
- Initiates and administers grants.
- Coordinates the development and scheduling of course offerings provided through the Learning Resource Center, such as Learning, Tutoring and Academic Technology; Library; Library and Information Technology, and Human Services. Monitors and schedules the open learning laboratories offered through the Learning Resource Center.
- Recruits, hires, supervises and evaluates faculty and staff in the areas noted.
- Develops and manages the budget for all areas supervised.
- Maintains current knowledge of trends, technologies and techniques in library services, tutoring, instructional technology, and distance education.
- Advocates for and provides leadership for the integration of technology in the teaching and learning environment. This includes the development of distance learning classes and the enhancement of classes with multiple delivery systems.
- Assists in the development of partnerships with external agencies relevant to the disciplines included in the Learning Resources and Division, including articulation with regional high schools, colleges and universities; agreements for student placement; and business and industry workforce development as appropriate.
- Assists in the development of partnerships with external agencies, particularly as they relate to the delivery of distance education.
- Oversees development and implementation of program advisory committees and works with the committees as well as industry representatives to identify industry trends and program needs analysis. Promotes staff development and supports a climate which fosters innovation and academic excellence. Works with faculty and college and district technical staff to evaluate and select computer software and hardware and related instructional equipment that support the services provided by the Learning Resource Center.
- Develops and manages appropriate grant opportunities and collaborative projects.
- Provides appropriate area oversight in the remodeling and expansion of facilities.
- Prepares and assists in reports as necessary for the Vice President and President.
- Promotes collegial atmosphere within Learning Resources Division and throughout the college and district.
- Works with the division and college as well as other colleges in the District to review, implement, and coordinate the College and District Strategic Plans.
- Promotes a climate that encourages and supports cultural competency.
- Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends when necessary.
- Innovative approaches to and careful assessment of library instruction.
- Currency in library and media services professional standards and trends in the delivery of library services including collection development, public services, technical services, media materials and services, and information technologies.
- Currency in applicable state and federal regulations and laws with regard to copyright compliance, access to services, and delivery of tutoring services.
- The appropriate use of technology in providing library and tutorial services.
- Effective outreach and marketing of library and tutorial services to a diverse community college population.
- Addressing the needs of adult learners with diverse backgrounds and cultural styles, as well as the unique characteristics of community college students.
- Fostering continued and ongoing professional growth for all faculty and staff while modeling this in a leadership role.
- Collegiality, collaboration, and broad participation in the work and tasks of the division, college, and district.
Special Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
1.
Have a master's degree* from an accredited institution completed by July 1,
2015.
2. Have one year of formal training, internship, or
leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's administrative
assignment.
3. Have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse
academic socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual
orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including
those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in
learning styles.
*Applicant must meet the minimum qualifications of a faculty
discipline at the college. To review the minimum qualifications for faculty
disciplines, refer to Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in
California Community Colleges which can be found on our website at
www.losrios.edu; select "Job Openings", then "Minimum Qualifications
for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges".
Application Instructions: To
receive full consideration applicants applying to this Los Rios Community
College postings are required to submit:
1. The Los Rios Community College District Administrative
application
2. Unofficial transcripts of college/university work **
(graduate advising documents and grade reports will not be accepted as
unofficial transcripts) NOTE: Los Rios employees are also required to submit unofficial
copies of transcripts
3. Resume
4. Two letters of recommendation
5. Letter of Interest
**Note: Applications submitted without transcripts will be
disqualified. Also individuals who have completed college or university course
work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a
complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees and other relevant
documents. A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course
work is used to meet minimum qualifications and/or salary placement even if the
foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United
States.
Do not submit additional materials that are not
requested.
How and where to apply: Please
visit our Frequently Asked Questions for complete information on how to apply
online with our District. Application services are available between 8:00 a.m.
and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the Los Rios Community College
District Human Resources Office located at 1919 Spanos Court, Sacramento, CA
95825-3981. If you need assistance with any phase of the application process,
please call (916) 568-3112 or come in during our business hours. Submission of
applications are by midnight of the posting closing date.
Conditions: All
Positions: Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful clearance
from a criminal background check, freedom from tuberculosis, and proof of
identity and eligibility to work in the United States prior to the first day of
work. The District may select additional qualified candidates should unexpected
vacancies or needs occur during this recruitment/selection process. When
education is a requirement for the position, official academic transcripts from
the accredited college/university must be submitted within 60 days of hire.
Administrative/Executive/Faculty Positions: Contingent on
funding and eligibility, successful candidates selected for an interview may be
eligible to apply for partial reimbursement of travel expenses.
Administrative/Executive Positions: Administrative positions
may be subject to the District's Conflict of Interest Code, and a statement of
economic interest is required within thirty (30) days following appointment to
the position. Management/Executive positions are exempt from overtime
provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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