Dean of Education jobs in Santa Maria, CA

1. Implements the philosophy and policies of the college and ensures that the educational programs achieve the College mission, vision, and goals.
2. Plans, supervises, directs, facilitates, and provides leadership to the instructional programs, which include both academic and occupational programs. 
3. Supervises department chairpersons and program coordinators on matters related to curriculum and program development, curriculum revision, new course offerings, staffing, personnel problems, evaluation of faculty, preparation of grant proposals, budget preparation, class schedules, and course materials for the college catalog and use of college facilities and resources. 
4. Evaluate curriculum and recommend new and innovative programs. 
5. Articulates the curriculum of transfer disciplines with the state college and University of California systems. 
6. Works with administrators of off-campus programs to determine the curricular and program needs of the centers. 
7. Directs and participates in the preparation and control of the annual budget.
8. Arranges for donations of equipment and supplies.
9. Meets regularly with department heads and program directors and serves on committees including advisory committees.
10. Assists in the selection of faculty and staff.
11. Prepares oral and written presentations and reports.
12. Represents the college in interactions with business and industry in determining present and future education needs, with community and state agencies, with special interest groups, with other colleges and school districts, and with the Community College Chancellor’s Office.
13. May be responsible for professional staff development programs, 2 2 2 programs, telecourses, vocational research and follow-up, VTEA, weekend college, economic development and contract education, coordination of noncredit programs, and summer sessions.
14. Provides leadership in the development and assessment of learning outcomes.
15. Serves on advisory committees or boards.
16. Participates in collective bargaining and contract administration; and other related duties as required.

• California Education Code provisions and federal and state regulations applicable to community colleges;
• Modern personnel supervision practices;
• Organization of the community college;
• Instructional techniques and learning theory;
• Staff development needs of faculty;
• Curriculum development;
• Requirements and curriculum of the California State University and University of California systems;
• Preparation of grant proposals;
• Governmental agencies involved in vocational education;
• Workforce needs of industry, government, and business;
• Budget preparation;
• Administrative policies and procedures;
• Latest instructional developments in technology;
• Principles of matriculation and student development;
• High school and college/university articulation programs;
• Concepts of vocational education;
• Assessment of learning outcomes;
• Manpower needs of businesses, government, and industry;
• Development and implementation of noncredit vocational training and contract education programs.

• Plan and coordinate academic and vocational programs including curriculum development;
• Analyze, evaluate and recommend innovative changes to existing programs and recommend innovative solutions to district priorities and goals;
• Identify and use learning outcomes and assessment that lead to educational program improvements;
• Direct and evaluate the work of others;
• Reconcile divergent views;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all segments of the college community and general public.
• Plan and prepare successful grant and project proposals.
• Plan, develop, and analyze noncredit vocational training and contract education programs.

• May be required to work a flexible workweek which includes day and evening hours and occasional weekend assignments and may be assigned to any district location.
• Duties are primarily performed in an office environment, at a desk, or at a computer.
• The incumbent will experience interruptions while performing normal duties during the regular workday.
• The incumbent will have contact, in person or on the telephone, with executive, management, supervisory, academic and classified staff and the general public.
• Work requires travel to other offices or locations to attend meetings or conduct work. 

• Typically may sit for extended periods of time.
• Operates a computer.
• Communicates over the telephone and in person.
• Regularly lifts, carries and/or moves objects weighing up to 10 pounds. 

To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials by through our website https://www.hancockcollege.edu/hr/ by Tuesday, April 30, 2024 by 11:59 PST: 

Cover letter;

A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience; 

A statement that demonstrates a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students;  

Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for the application process).  Official transcripts are required at the time of hire.

Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.