STATE CENTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF

VICE PRESIDENT OF EDUCATIONAL SERVICES AND INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

FRESNO CITY COLLEGEAs the very first community college in California, Fresno City College has a

proud history of leadership in education and preparing generations of students for their future. Fresno City College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity and inclusion among its faculty, classified professionals, and students. The college takes responsibility for equitable outcomes and success-ful pathways for all students.

Nestled near the lively Tower District and minutes from downtown Fresno, brick buildings and towering trees tell the long story of this historic institution. Our expansive main campus is home to more than 24,000 students from the Central Valley and across the globe, the majority of whom are from racially minoritized populations. 54% of Fresno City College’s students are Latinx, 23% are White, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 6% are multi-ethnic, 5% are Afri-can-American, and 1% are American Indian/Alaskan Native. A Hispanic-Serving Institution, Fresno City College’s diverse student population closely mirrors the community we serve. Our vibrant student-centered culture hosts dozens of clubs, activities, performance groups, and leadership options for students.

As part of the State Center Community College District, the College is supported by a fiscally stable service area with growing partnerships and philan-thropists. Enjoying strong relationships with and support from the community, the District successfully passed Measure C in June 2016, a $485 million bond that will provide much needed modernized facilities and technology for stu-dents that will have a positive ripple effect for generations to come.

MISSIONAs California’s first community college, Fresno City College provides qual-

ity, innovative educational programs and support services directed toward the enhancement of student success, lifelong learning and the economic, social, and cultural development of our students and region.

VISION STATEMENTAs educational leaders in the community, Fresno City College faculty, clas-

sified professionals, and students will engage in a partnership to transform lives through education.

CORE VALUESGrowth – We are committed to sharing and exploring new ideas through col-

laboration, respect for diversity, promoting equity, and professional development.Leadership – We are leaders in our community, dedicated to behaving eth-

ically, committed to open communication, and good stewards of our resources.Success – We champion excellence, quality, celebrating individual differences,

and providing a positive and supportive environment for all.

ABOUT THE POSITIONFresno City College seeks a dynamic, visionary and equity-minded leader

with the experience, work ethic, and academic credentials to actualize our commitment to excellence in student learning, success and equity. The ideal candidate will share the college’s commitment to closing equity gaps for its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. The successful can-didate will join a campus that demonstrates its dedication to students and employees through faculty/classified professionals-led affinity groups, equi-ty-minded professional development opportunities, and a robust offering of culturally diverse events, including a speakers’ forum, faculty-driven colloquium, and Institutional Development of Equity, Access and Success (IDEAS) Summit, dedicated to issues of social justice.

Working with our dedicated faculty and classified professionals, the new Vice President of Educational Services & Institutional Effectiveness will cham-pion our students’ quest to improve their lives and their communities. The successful candidate will join a community that is committed to academic achievement, student equity, inclusiveness, collaboration, transparency, and shared leadership among all constituency groups: students, faculty, classified professionals, and administrators.

The Vice President of Educational Services & Institutional Effectiveness will work with a successful, equity-minded, and experienced leadership team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSUnder the general direction of the College President and in accordance with

the provisions of the Education Code, the rules, and regulations of the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges, and the policies of the District, the Vice President of Educational Services & Institutional Effective-ness performs the following duties:

• Work with administrators, faculty, classified professionals, and students to advance the strategic priorities of the College

• Work with the Vice Presidents to plan and implement the REG365 process (yearlong schedule and three-term registration)

• Collaborate with the District Dean of Workforce & Adult Education and the Vice Chancellor of Educational Services & Institutional Effectiveness to identify and research instruction, student services, and economic and workforce issues; and provide technical expertise

• Ensure career technical and workforce training programs lead to student success and employment

• Lead and build upon through greater employer engagement a robust FCC Student Internship Program

• Direct and implement sound instructional and student support strategies in the planning and the development and management of integrated Equity, Student Success and Support (SSSP) and Basic Skills programming; supervise the preparation and submission of the related instructional budget and, upon approval, assume overall responsibility for timely and accurate implementation

• Strengthen and expand effective success initiatives and practices• Utilize data in developing, evaluating and recommending programs,

student services and instructional practices, policies, and procedures within the parameters of the California Education Code and federal laws

• Work with Vice President of Instruction, Public Information Office and Enrollment Management Committee to ensure FTES targets are met

• Coordinate with Vice President of Instruction the implementation of an institution-wide comprehensive education and training program to build upon the campus climate of inclusion and respect for all employees and students

• Oversee faculty professional development to ensure that they are technically qualified and diversely trained in conjunction with the college’s Professional Development Coordinator

• Identify, develop, and implement externally funded initiatives that advance the College’s goals

• Support the participatory governance process in the development, modification, and implementation of College policies and practices in support of the College’s mission and strategic goals

• Promote the inclusion of students in the participatory decision-making process

• Provide leadership, oversight, and coordination of various divisional, cross-divisional, and college-wide approaches and strategies to advance student success and equity

• Oversee and lead the expansion of Design Science Middle College High School

• Expand and ensure the success of the dual enrollment programs• Lead the expansion efforts of non-credit and community education

programs through partnership with Adult Education partners• Work in close partnership with the Vice Presidents, Deans, Directors,

Academic Senate President, and other unit leads to promote effective communication between the President’s Office and all other the College’s divisions, the SCCCD Chancellor’s Office, and the external community

• Work with Vice President of Instruction to strengthen and implement a variety of new and existing career, technical, occupational, and transfer programs leading to certificates and associate degrees

• Assist in the implementation of the College’s Strategic Plan • Administer the department budget• Develop, direct, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the programs,

personnel, operations, and activities of non-credit and community instructional programs, including program planning, analysis, and review

• Will be responsible for evaluating direct reports

• Work with the President to ensure compliance with Education Code, state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, district policies, and all contractual agreements between the Board of Trustees and recognized bargaining units

• Represent the College locally, regionally and statewide• Perform all duties with professionalism • Perform other appropriate professional duties and responsibilities as may

be assignedThis is an academic management position, exempt from overtime provi-

sions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, with responsibility for formulation and implementation of district policies, regulations, budget decisions, and super-vision of personnel including assignment of work, evaluation of performance, adjusting grievances, recommending hiring, transfer, suspension, layoff, recall, promotion and termination.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS1. Include an earned master’s degree from an accredited college or

university and one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator’s administrative assignment: or

2. Possession of a valid California Community College Supervisory Credential; and

3. Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSProgressively responsible full-time experience in teaching, counseling, or

administration at the community college level. Doctorate in higher education or organizational leadership.

Commitment to the community college mission, vision and goals, including student equity, the values of diversity of community college students, faculty, classified professionals, and the greater community of the city of Fresno

Ability to:• Work effectively as an executive team member committed to collaborative

integration of instruction, student services and administrative services to enhance the learning and working environment towards advancing student equity and closing the achievement gap

• Select, supervise, evaluate, and discipline personnel• Delegate responsibility and authority while maintaining accountability• Comprehend and communicate State and Federal laws related to the

development of student personnel programs at the community college level• Comprehend and use current computer technology• Contribute to the institution’s vitality and growthDemonstrated experience in: • Coordinating student success initiative efforts across divisions, including

instruction and student services that have led to closing the achievement gap • Fostering and advocating for the advancement of equity-mindedness and

cultural competence• The use of emerging technologies to facilitate learning• Making data-driven decisions related to enrollment management and

student retention• Leading and supporting student governments organizations• Participating in a participatory governance structure• Developing collaborative relationships with a diverse college constituency

that foster cohesion and a sense of pride in working together for the good of the student

• Program planning, staffing organization, budget, and evaluation• Oral and written communication that is effective and efficient• Grant writing and reporting• Developing and implementing innovative practices• Resource development