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APPLICATION PROCEDURES1. Required documents will include:· Current resume of experience, formal education/training and qualifications.
· Copies of supporting credentials, if applicable.
· Copies of transcripts from fully accredited college or university institutions.(Copies of diplomas will not substitute for transcripts.) (If hired, it will be required to submit official transcripts from fully accredited college or university.)
Information on transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date.Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT AN APPLICATION IF YOUR DEGREE WILL NOT BE CONFERRED UNTIL A LATER DATE.Note: A written evaluation by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service must be submitted for Foreign Degree(s)(non-U.S.degrees) by the application deadline date.2. Applications and attachments (resume, cover letter, copies of transcripts, letters of recommendations, etc.) will ONLY be accepted through the online process. WE DO NOT ACCEPT MAILED OR FAXED APPLICATIONS OR ITS ATTACHMENTS.
3. Travel expenses for the interview and selection process will be borne by the candidates.
4. Currently interviews are conducted via Zoom.Appointment to the position is conditional upon the approval of the Chancellor.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employees must satisfy all pre-employment requirements to work for the District which include, but are not limited to, the following items:REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
Tuberculosis Examination: Prior to employment, the successful candidate will be required to submit evidence (either skin test or X-ray report) of being free of tuberculosis within the past sixty (60) days. The TB test is a condition of employment and any expense must be borne by the successful candidate.Fingerprinting Requirement:As a condition of employment, all employees working for community colleges in the State of California are required to be fingerprinted within the first ten (10) working days of the date of employment pursuant to Education Code Section 88024. The District Office of Human Resources processes fingerprints electronically. During the employment intake process, new employees will be given information to have their fingerprints taken at another location.Immigration Requirement: According to the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the Peralta Community College District is required to verify that all new employees are:1) A citizen or national of the United States;
2) An alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States; or
3) An alien authorized by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service to work in the United States.All new employees are required to complete and sign a verification form and provide documentation attesting that he/she is a United States citizen, national, or an alien lawfully authorized to work in the United States.District Policy: A Social Security Card will be required following selection and prior to completion of the hiring process. The employment process cannot be completed without a copy of the Social Security Card on file in the Office of Human Resources.MAY BE REQUIRED
Medical Examination: Under state regulations and as a condition of employment, certain positions may require a medical examination prior to employment. Expenses incurred will be borne by the employee.MISSION STATEMENT
We are a collaborative community of colleges.· Together, we provide educational leadership for the East Bay, delivering programs and services that sustainably enhance the region’s human, economic, environmental, and social development.· We empower our students to achieve their highest aspirations. We develop leaders who create opportunities and transform lives.· Together with our partners, we provide our diverse students and communities with equitable access to the educational resources, experiences, and life-long opportunities to meet and exceed their goals.The Peralta Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or genetic information, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veterans status, status with regards to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.In conformance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for Reasonable Accommodations may be made to the Office of Human Resources by calling (510) 466-7283.The Peralta Community College District reserves the right to close or not fill any advertised position.
College Information
Peralta/College Information
Merritt College
Merritt College is a public, comprehensive, two-year college, maintained by the Peralta Community College District in Alameda County. With a comprehensive day and evening program of transfer, technical, occupational and basic skills education, the College is committed to meeting the educational needs of the diverse student population it serves.Located on a 125-acre site in the hills of East Oakland, Merritt College combines modern, spacious facilities with a spectacular view of the entire Bay Area. An integral part of a large, busy urban community, the location provides a sense of tranquility and peace.
Position Information
Job Title
Job TitleVice President of Instruction - Merritt
Time Base
Time Base40 hours/wk, 12-months/year
Compensation
CompensationSalary Range: $182,055 - $210,064/yr - The maximum initial placement is Step 3 depending on experience.
Position Type
Position TypeManagement
Department
DepartmentVice President of Instruction (651)
City
CityOakland
State
StateCA
Job Description Summary
The Vice President of Instruction is responsible to the President of the College for providing leadership, direction, general supervision and evaluation of the total instructional program. The incumbent works closely with the President, Vice President of Student Services and the Business and Administrative Services Manager.
Duties & Responsibilities
Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty of the position satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions required for the position.• Provides leadership and coordinates and supervises all aspects of the instructional program of the College in compliance with applicable Federal, State, local and District regulations; and ensures compilation and submission of reports as required.• Coordinates the operation of administrative and academic computing functions, networks and personal computing support to ensure effective assimilation of diverse information technologies and their applications at the College level with the District Office of Information Technology.• Provides leadership for the continuous improvement of teaching and student learning; plans, organizes and implements a systematic process for supervision and evaluation of instruction and the recruitment of faculty.• Serves as the College Accreditation Liaison Officer.• Assists the College President in the development of the total College budget and coordinates and supervises all aspects of the instructional budget, including preparing recommendations to meet educational needs of all segments of the College.• Serves as principal advisor to the College President; develops, recommends and implements operating policies; and makes policy decisions as authorized; may serve as the Administrator in Charge in the absence of the President.• Assures implementation of faculty tenure review process, evaluation of full and part-time staff on a timely basis.• Produces class schedules which are based on student learning needs and program patterns to encourage course and program completion.• Directs and administers the activities of instructional administrative personnel, as well as other personnel through subordinate management personnel.• Assists in articulation of instructional programs within the Peralta District, as well as with other colleges/universities and secondary schools.• Develops and coordinates in-service training and staff development for personnel.• Serves as College Liaison with the District Office and other educational institutions on all matters relating to the College’s instructional program, and other related functions as assigned.• Assists the College President in maintaining compliance with Federal, State and local regulations, including District policies and procedures.• Supervises and coordinates preparation of the college catalog, master schedule of classes, and other necessary instructional publications.• Provides leadership for the development and revision of the College’s Institutional Master Plan, and the development of instructional short- and long-term goals.• Plans, supervises and administers weekend and summer session programs.• Serves as a resource to instructional administrative staff by providing data and instructional research as necessary.• Assumes leadership of or serves on College and District councils, commissions and committees as required and represents the College in meetings of the community, other educational institutions, and agencies as required.• Performs other duties as assigned by the President.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Possession of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.2. One year of formal training, internship or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator’s administrative assignment.3. Knowledge and proficiency in the operation and use of personal computers utilizing various software applications (i.e., word processing, spreadsheet and database management software) including the Internet.4. Applicant must have demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college staff, faculty, and students.
Desirable Qualifications
• Possession of a Ph.D. or Ed.D. Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in instructional research design and its integration into learning outcomes and program review for continuous improvement.
Occasional work performed alone. Constant work around and with other people.
Other Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Typical physical abilities for this position are:• Prolonged and frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping
• Moderate to heavy usage of hands in grasping, repetitive hand movement and finger coordination in keeping records and preparing reports using a computer keyboard.
• Speech and hearing to communicate effectively in group settings and by telephone to students, faculty, staff, and others.
Tools & Equipment Used
Application Deadline Date
Application Deadline DateOpen until filled; First Review Date: January 28, 2024. IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE FIRST SCREENING, APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN 11:59 PM PST ON JANUARY 27, 2024
Open Date
Open Date11/28/2023
First Review Date
First Review Date01/28/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATIONPROCEDURES1. Required documents will include:· Current resume of experience, formal education/training and qualifications.
· Copies of supporting credentials, if applicable.
· Copies of transcripts from fully accredited colleges or university institutions.
(Copies of diplomas will not substitute for transcripts.) (If hired, it will be required to submit official transcripts from fully accredited college or university.)Information on transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date. Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified.PLEASEDONOTSUBMITANAPPLICATIONIFYOURDEGREEWILLNOTBECONFERREDUNTILALATERDATE .Note: A written evaluation by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service must be submitted for Foreign Degree(s)(non-U.S. degrees) by the application deadline date.2. Applications and attachments (resume, cover letter, copies of transcripts, letters of recommendation, etc.) willONLYbe accepted through the online process. WE DONOTACCEPTMAILEDORFAXEDAPPLICATIONSORITSATTACHMENTS .3. Travel expenses for the interview and selection process will be borne by the candidates.4. Skype and phone interviews are not permitted.Appointment to the position is conditional upon the approval of the Chancellor.CONDITIONSOFEMPLOYMENTEmployees must satisfy all pre-employment requirements to work for the District which include, but are not limited to, the following items:REQUIREDFORALLEMPLOYEESTuberculosis Examination: Prior to employment, the successful candidate will be required to submit evidence (either skin test or X-ray report) of being free of tuberculosis within the past sixty (60) days. The TB test is a condition of employment and any expense must be borne by the successful candidate.Fingerprinting Requirement:As a condition of employment, all employees working for community colleges in the State of California are required to be fingerprinted within the first ten (10) working days of the date of employment pursuant to Education Code Section 88024. The District Office of Human Resources processes fingerprints electronically. During the employment intake process, new employees will be given information to have their fingerprints taken at another location.Immigration Requirement: According to the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the Peralta Community College District is required to verify that all new employees are:1) A citizen or national of the United States;2) An alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States; or3) An alien authorized by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service to work in the United States.
All new employees are required to complete and sign a verification form and provide documentation attesting that he/she is a United States citizen, national, or an alien lawfully authorized to work in the United States.District Policy: A Social Security Card will be required following selection and prior to completion of the hiring process. The employment process cannot be completed without a copy of the Social Security Card on file in the Office of Human Resources.MAYBEREQUIREDMedical Examination: Under state regulations and as a condition of employment, certain positions may require a medical examination prior to employment. Expenses incurred will be borne by the employee.
Benefits InformationBenefits Information
Benefits Information
FRINGEBENEFITSThe Peralta Colleges proudly offers a competitive and comprehensive core of work-life benefits. Benefit-eligible employees have access to coverage for themselves and eligible dependents:• Medical coverage. Depending on choice of coverage, you may be required to make a contribution.
• Dental coverage. Depending on choice of coverage, you may be required to make a contribution.
• Life insurance of 150% of your income up to $100,000.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 22 days/year vacation leave, 12 days/year sick leave, and 18 holidays/yearIn addition to your contribution, Peralta pays 19.10%* of your salary to the State Teachers Retirement System ( STRS ).Effective January 1, 2013, thePEPRAwent into effect. Changes have been implemented as a result of the adoption of this legislation that impact new and existing employees enrolled in CalSTRS. Specific information regarding the changes can be found at http://www.calstrs.com/post/frequently-asked-questions-ab-340-public-employees-pension-reform-act-2013. For further up to date information on CalSTRS retirement eligibility andPEPRA , please visit the website at www.calstrs.com. The CalSTRS member handbook is available at http://www.calstrs.com/calstrs-member-handbook. After 10 years of creditable service, medical benefits in retirement are extended until age 65.Other voluntary benefits include:• Flexible benefit plan participation in the Medical Reimbursement Plan, Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan (under tax code 125)
• Pre-tax commuting expenses (underIRScode 132)
• Tax-deferred plan participation in the 403(b) and 457 plans
• Credit union membership
• Prepaid legal plan participation
• Additional Life Insurance for yourself, spouse or children
• Kaiser and United Health Care Dental are fully paid by the District. Other plans require employee contribution.• Subject to change.
Mission Statement
The Peralta Community College District is a collaborative of colleges advancing social and economic transformation for students and the community through quality education, rooted in equity, social justice, environmental sustainability, and partnerships.
Required DocumentsList of References
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts
Optional DocumentsOther Document
Letter of Recommendation 1
Letter of Recommendation 2
Letter of Recommendation 3
Curriculum Vitae
Training/Certification DocumentPosting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Peralta Jobs Website
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