The Vice Chancellor, Educational Services and Student Success, reports directly to
the Chancellor and serves as the chief academic and student services officer of the
District and serves as the accreditation liaison with the Colleges.
The Vice Chancellor provides overall leadership and utilizes data in planning, organizing,
reviewing, coordinating, and evaluating district-wide instructional and student services
programs and the development and implementation of policies and procedures of the
District. It is expected that decisions are consistent with the Strategic Plan, California
Education Code, Title 5, and Board policies. It is essential for this leader to have
the ability to inspire and connect with all constituency groups across the District.
Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those
received by May 28, 2024, are assured consideration.
Master's Degree from an accredited college/university.
A minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible leadership experience as an
administrator at an institution of higher education. This may include experience as
a Vice President, dean, or district level administrative positions, administration
of educational or student services, and other unique district level positions. Qualified
applicants will have worked directly with the Chief Executive Officer on college or
district priorities or initiatives.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic,
cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of community college students and employees.
The following desirable education and experience are important to the success of the
administrator in this position:
Doctorate degree in educational leadership.
Prior teaching experience at the college or university level.
Experience participating in the collective bargaining process.
Experience with both general education and Career and Technical Education programs.
Experience with all methods of instruction including distance education.
Demonstrated experience in providing leadership to the development of instructional,
student services, and administrative programs as a line administrator.
Experience with state, national or community involvement representing the district.
Experience in developing, initiating, and implementing enrollment management.
Experience with justice involved students and early/middle college programs.
Knowledge of:
The curriculum process and experience in credit, non-credit, and not-for-credit programs.
Comprehensive student services programs and best practices. Knowledge of the mission
of California Community Colleges.
The role of Career & Technical Education programs within the Mission of the California
Community Colleges.
Successful strategies leading to student success. Ability to lead, implement, and
manage change.
Teaching and learning strategies and experience in evaluation of those strategies.
Enrollment management.
Ability to:
Interpret laws, rules, and regulations affecting community colleges; to formulate
policies and procedures; to compile clear, accurate statistical reports, and surveys.
A track record of being innovative in planning, developing, and producing quality
alternative delivery of instruction.
Relate well and work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and business and industry
representatives of diverse backgrounds.
Possess integrity, high energy, devotion to collegiality, and civility as the accepted
mode of discourse, and an exceptional level of creativity and initiative.
Communicate effectively and persuasively orally, in writing, and using technology.
Embrace large projects and see them through to completion
