Dean, Outreach, First Year Experience (FYE) and Pathway Communities

Posting Details

Job Posting Title Dean, Outreach, First Year Experience (FYE) and Pathway Communities Location Los Rios Community College District (American River College) Department Location Student Services Posting Number AE00413P The Institution

About
Founded in 1955, American River College ( ARC ) is one of the largest institutions of higher education in the Sacramento region, serving about 30,000 diverse students each fall and spring at its main campus and centers.

Our Strengths
The College has an outstanding record for academic quality and is among the top community colleges in the state for transferring students to the University of California and California State University systems. The College offers education and support for students to strengthen basic skills, earn associate degrees and certificates, transfer to other colleges and universities, and achieve a career as well as other academic and personal goals. ARC also has a strong reputation for its wide array of career programs in areas such as Healthcare, Hospitality, Human Services, Business and Computer Science, Public Safety, Applied Arts, Advanced Transportation and Manufacturing, and Apprenticeship.

Our Vision
Our vision is to transform the future of all students and our community through inclusive, equitable education. The College seeks individuals who share our mission of placing students first by providing an academically rich, inclusive environment that inspires critical thinking, learning and achievement, and responsible participation in the community.

Our Commitment to Social Justice and Equity
American River College strives to uphold the dignity and humanity of every student and employee. We are committed to equity and social justice through equity-minded education, transformative leadership, and community engagement. We believe this commitment is essential to achieving our mission and enhancing our community. The College seeks candidates who are committed to culturally inclusive practices and serving the ARC’s student population. Faculty and staff are encouraged to engage in the ongoing development of their professional skills. The College thus supports employee engagement in a broad range of trainings, workshops, and activities such as the Equity Action Institute, the New Faculty Academy, and the Classified Leadership Academy. Also, faculty and staff regularly participate in trainings offered through the College’s Center for Teaching and Learning and its Instructional Technology Center.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Vice President of Student Services, the Dean of Outreach, First Year Experience ( FYE ) & Pathway Communities has administrative responsibility over assigned faculty and classified employees, in collaboration with Deans of Student Services and Deans of Instruction, to implement, maintain, and integrate the college’s FYE program and pathways communities (HomeBases) in a guided pathways framework.

American River College is committed to employees:
● Actively demonstrating a commitment to equity and inclusion.
● Engaging in self-reflection and continuous improvement regarding individuals and their cultural competence.
● Exercising responsibility and accountability for actions.
● Viewing students, ALL students, as equally capable and worthy of our care, time and energy.
● Demonstrating appreciation and respect for others’ perspectives and lived experiences.

Assignment Responsibilities

LEADERSHIP / COORDINATION :
● Administering student onboarding services including outreach, student orientations, assignment to case management teams, academic counseling and advising within HomeBases, and the integration of academic and instructional support services to facilitate student success.
● Coordinating with the Institutional Effectiveness Council to evaluate strategies focused on improving student outcomes in adherence with the principles of Guided Pathways.
● Coordinating multiple budget sources in support of student success from outreach to pathway completion, including grants, general funds, and allocated categorical funds.
● Administering inclusion and equity programming for initial student onboarding, including summer transitional experiences, focusing on underrepresented groups.
● Overseeing the development, implementation, and coordination of high impact practices and targeted activities improving academic success, persistence, and completion of participating students.
● Overseeing all aspects of retention and case management services designed to support student academic goal completion within Pathway Communities.
● Overseeing for the development and maintenance of equity-focused programs and services within pathways communities and also facilitates student connections to learning communities and categorical programs to support students from disproportionately impacted groups.

COLLABORATION / TEAM BUILDING :
● Collaborating with the appropriate deans and collaborating with academic departments to support the integration of the college’s Guided Pathways programs and services to support student success.
● Serving on college and district committees at the appointment of the College President and Vice President of Student Services.
● Facilitating first year experience ( FYE ) programming from initial recruitment and orientation services to connections with pathway communities (HomeBases), categorical support programs, and learning communities.
● Promoting social justice and equity in recruitment, retention, and program development in collaboration with faculty and staff to meet Institutional Equity Plan and Educational Plan objectives.

PROJECT DOCUMENTATION / DELIVERABLES :
● Administering multiple program budgets including general fund allocations, associated grant funds, and related categorical funds.
● Administering associated grants and conducts program reports in compliance with grant objectives and organizational requirements.
● Developing and maintaining a comprehensive communications plan and messaging for communications to students within Pathway Communities (HomeBases) using multiple platforms.
● Developing written materials and reports related to first-year experience programming and Pathway Communities activities, presenting at campus committees, attending departmental meetings, and hosting workshops.
● Resolving student complaints or needs within the HomeBase Centers.
● Maintaining and facilitating college needs assessments and intake processes to support student transitions to ARC and identifying appropriate resources and services the students may need.
● Development, implementation and monitoring of the college’s comprehensive recruitment plan with an emphasis to meet recruitment goals of disproportionately impacted population groups from local educational institutions and community agencies.

TRAINING / STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND SUPERVISION :
● Overseeing faculty and staff providing services within HomeBases including academic counseling, case management services, associated mentorship programs, student engagement activities, coordination with instructors and instructional programs, retention services, and programming leading to successful program completion and career readiness.
● Conducting certificated faculty and classified staff evaluations in accordance with collective bargaining agreements to support continuous improvement of employee work performance and outcomes.
● Participating in the personnel selection process, including developing and reviewing selection criteria, recruiting, screening, interviewing, and recommending hires within area of responsibility.
● Supervising Success Teams staff and Pathway Communities programming each semester, including workshops and events designed to increase and support student engagement, retention, and success.

● Performing other duties as assigned.

The administrative assignment may include day, evening, weekend, and/or off-campus work and/or hours.

Work Year 12 month Work Schedule

N/A

Total Hrs per Week/Day Special Requirements Minimum Qualifications

1. Have a master’s degree* from an accredited institution completed by July 1, 2021.

2. Have one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator’s administrative assignment

3. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and 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; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

*NOTES:
● 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 under CCCCO Handbook .

Application Instructions

Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete fully and submit:

1. Los Rios Community College District Administrative Application
2. Unofficial transcripts of college/university work (indicating degree completion or conferral date)
3. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
4. Two letters of recommendation
5. Letter of Interest

NOTES :
• Applications submitted without all required documents, listed above, will be disqualified.
• Applicants indicating “see resume” on the online application will be disqualified.
• Graduate advising documents and grade reports will not be accepted as unofficial transcripts.
• Los Rios employees are also required to submit unofficial copies of transcripts.
• 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.
• Foreign transcript evaluations ONLY accepted from AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluations, Inc.) or NACES (The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) agencies or evaluators. Foreign Degree Transcript Evaluations click here .

Do not submit additional materials that are not requested.

Physical Demands Salary $136,580 to $147,838 annually. LRCCD Salary Schedules Additional Salary Information Additional stipend for an earned doctorate from an accredited university.
Posting Date Closing Date 04/05/2021 Open Continuously No Beginning and/or Ending Dates

Full-time, Educational Administrative Position
Beginning on or about July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022

How and where to apply

Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions
for complete information on how to apply online with our District. If you need assistance with any phase of the application process, please call (916) 568-3112 during regular business hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

After hours inquiries should be emailed to HR@losrios.edu. Submission of applications are by 11:59 p.m. of the posting closing date.

Conditions

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.

Contingent on funding and eligibility, successful candidates selected for a face-to-face interview may be eligible to apply for partial reimbursement of travel expenses, up to a maximum of $450. Candidate Travel Reimbursement click here

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.

Quicklink https://jobs.losrios.edu/postings/15072 Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. I acknowledge and agree that I understand that by answering the question below, I certify that the information provided by me is true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I authorize investigation of all statements contained herein, and on the P-881 (if applicable and submitted), and I release from liability all persons and organizations furnishing such information. I understand that any misstatements, omissions or misrepresentation of facts on this form, my application, and, if applicable, the P-881 or attachment(s) may be cause for disqualification or dismissal. If you have ever been convicted of an offense other than a minor traffic violation you are required to complete the form 'Arrests Which Led to Convictions for Crime', P-881 (you must disclose convictions that have been dismissed pursuant to Penal Code Section 1203.4; Ed. Code 87008). If needed click on the link and download the form https://losrios.edu/lrccd/shared/doc/hr/forms/p-881.pdf and attach the completed form to your application.
   • Yes, I acknowledge and agree
   • No, I do not acknowledge or agree
   • No answer
2. Can you perform the essential functions of this position?
   • Yes
   • No
3. Considering this specific position that you are applying to – where/how did you learn about this position?
   • College Department
   • CareerBuilder
   • Chronicle of Higher Ed (Vitea.com)
   • Community College Registry Job Fair: Oakland
   • Community College Registry Job Fair: Los Angeles
   • Community College Registry Online Job Board
   • Community Outreach (ex. Festivals, etc.)
   • CommunityCollegeJobs
   • Comunidad
   • Craigslist
   • Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
   • D'Primeramano Magazine
   • EdJoin
   • Facebook (Campaign)
   • Facebook (Los Rios Page)
   • Glassdoor
   • Greater Sacramento Urban League
   • Handshake (CSU, UC Job Boards)
   • HigheredJobs
   • Indeed
   • Instagram
   • Job Sites
   • Job Journal
   • Latina Leadership Network of the California Community Colleges
   • LinkedIn
   • Los Rios Community College District Employee
   • Los Rios Community College District Human Resources Email
   • Los Rios Community College District Website
   • LRCCD Resource Group - API (Asian Pacific Islander Legacy)
   • LRCCD Resource Group - Black Faculty & Staff Association (BFSA)
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   • LRCCD Resource Group - Spectrum (LGBTQIA+)
   • Professional Networks
   • Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce
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   • Sacramento Builders Exchange
   • Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
   • Sacramento Rainbow Chamber of Commerce
   • SacramentoWorks
   • The HUB
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   • YouTube
   • ZipRecruiter

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Letter of Interest
3. Unofficial Transcript 1
4. Letter of Recommendation 1
5. Letter of Recommendation 2

Optional Documents

1. Licenses/Certifications
2. P-881 Report of Arrests Which Led To Convictions For Crime Document
3. Employee Request for Transfer Form
4. Unofficial Transcript 2
5. Unofficial Transcript 3
6. Foreign Transcript Evaluation
7. Unofficial Transcript 4
8. Unofficial Transcript 5