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Dean, Student Accessibility

Employer
Cerritos College
Location
California, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Jun 7, 2021

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Position Type
Administrative, Deans
Employment Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full Time


Dean, Student Accessibility & Wellness Services

Salary: $155,520.00 - $195,192.00 Annually
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: DSAWS21
Closing: 7/16/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Norwalk, CA
Department: DSAWS21
Division: Student Accessibility Services

Description
College Profile
Cerritos College is ranked 14th among the top 100 schools with the highest Hispanic enrollment in the United States by the United States Department of Education. We are a comprehensive community college for southeastern Los Angeles County. Communities within the college's district include Artesia, Bellflower, Cerritos, Downey, Hawaiian Gardens, La Mirada, Norwalk, and portions of Bell Gardens, Lakewood, Long Beach, Santa Fe Springs and South Gate. Cerritos College offers degrees and certificates in more than 180 areas of study in nine divisions. Enrollment currently averages approximately 22,500 students. Visit Cerritos College online at http://www.cerritos.edu.

Department Profile
The Student Accessibility & Wellness Services division is committed to ensuring that Cerritos College students with disabilities are afforded equal access in their educational pursuits at Cerritos College, including all curricular and related activities of the campus community. The division is also dedicated to ensuring all students have access to health services on campus to encourage holistic success in their academic, career, and life goals. The division is composed of the Student Accessibility Services department and the Student Health Services department. The Dean, Student Accessibility & Wellness Services provides leadership to the division in addition to the day-to-day operations of the Student Accessibility Services department.

Summary
Plans, supervises, assesses and evaluates services and programs in the Division which includes Student Accessibility Services (SAS) and Student Health Services. Plans and oversees programs and services for students with disabilities. The position also provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Vice President of Student Services.

Distinguishing Career Features
The Dean, Student Accessibility & Wellness Services reports to the Vice President, Student Services, and is responsible for collaborating with campus constituencies to develop and improve policies, programs, and services for students with disabilities and the holistic wellbeing of students. The Dean is responsible for the strategic direction and management of the programs and services in the Division. The Dean consults with the 504/508/ADA Officer to ensure that the District is in compliance in the provision of services, access, and use of facilities and electronic information for students with disabilities.

Job Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Leads, plans, supervises, evaluates, and coordinates programs within the division for effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance with legal mandates and student success.
  • Consults with the campus 504/508/ADA Compliance Officer. Interprets and implements 504/508/ADA administrative policies, rules, regulations and recommendations of the college for compliance in instruction, accommodations, facilities, and activities for students with disabilities.
  • Collaborates with administration, faculty, and staff to develop and coordinate programs and services that integrate instructional and service strategies for student success.
  • Leads, trains, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff. Certifies payroll for assigned personnel. Applies the terms and provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements; state and federal laws; and District Board Policies and Administrative Procedures in personnel matters.
  • Responsible for the preparation of the schedule of classes and proper staffing of classes, teaching assignments and class size; approves textbook adoption; and reviews course syllabi.
  • Provides leadership in the development and assessment of course, program, and division Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs). Supervises curriculum and program reviews. Participates in technical curriculum committee reviews and program reviews.
  • Responsible for insuring accuracy of print and online publications related to the area of responsibility.
  • Provides leadership on behalf of Division employees for effectiveness in the teaching and learning process and in student success services and strategies. Initiates goals and objectives for the Division consistent with the mission of the District and participates in planning, program development, program evaluation, and audits related to programs assigned as required by the District, State Chancellor's Office, and external agencies.
  • Provides leadership in the new and emerging technologies that support student success.
  • Responsible for maintaining files, records, facilities, and equipment in the Division.
  • Certifies procedures for grade changes, late withdrawals, credit by exam, field trips, conference requests, and staff development activity requirements.
  • Develops and monitors budgets and maximizes financial resources. Coordinates and administers SAS budget according to state requirements and audit standards. Prepares mandated fiscal reports. Allocates funding for maximum effectiveness within legal guidelines.
  • Supports a culture that promotes student wellness, expects innovation, cross cultural effectiveness, and improved services to support holistic student needs.
  • Establishes working relationships with state agencies, local school districts, legal advocates, and community support programs to improve services to students.
  • Reviews proposed and recent legislation affecting instruction and accommodation for individuals with disabilities and health services provided to students, communicates changes to administrators, and recommends policy and procedural adjustments.
  • Gathers, organizes, and disseminates statistical data regarding services, accommodations and instruction for individuals with disabilities.
  • Makes recommendations for current assistive technology and accessibility of technology resources.
  • Participates as a member of the Crisis Assessment, Intervention, and Response (CAIR) Team.
  • Provides leadership in accessibility in District way-finding signage and space and facilities planning.
  • Participates in and supports the accreditation process.
  • Anticipates, prevents, and resolves conflicts and problems under areas of supervision.
  • Participates in community, state, and national organizations and meetings. Participates on committees, task forces, and special assignments.
  • Maintains currency of knowledge and skills related to the duties and responsibilities.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned


Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for Education and Experience
This position requires a Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling; OR Master's degree in special education AND twenty-four or more semester units in upper division or graduate level Dean, Student Accessibility & Wellness Services Page | 3 course work in counseling, guidance, student personnel, psychology, or social work; OR Master's degree in counseling, guidance, student personnel, psychology, career development, or social welfare AND either twelve or more semester units in upper division or graduate level coursework specifically in counseling or rehabilitation of people with disabilities OR two years of full-time experience or the equivalent in one or more of the following: (A) Counseling or guidance for students with disabilities OR (B) Counseling and/or guidance in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities; OR Master's in physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise, or adaptive physical education; OR Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in any life science, dance, physiology, health education, recreation administration, or physical therapy OR the equivalent; AND fifteen semester units of upper division or graduate study in adapted physical education; OR Master's degree in speech pathology and audiology or in communication disorders AND licensure or eligibility for licensure as a speech pathologist or audiologist by the Medical Board of California; OR Master's degree in the category of disability, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology, or rehabilitation counseling AND fifteen semester units of upper division or graduate study in the area of disability, to include but not be limited to learning disabilities, developmental disabilities, deaf and hearing impaired, physical disabilities, or adapted computer technology; AND One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrative assignment in Disabled Student Programs and Services; OR Master's degree; AND One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrative assignment in Disabled Student Programs and Services; AND Two years of full-time experience, or the equivalent, within the last four years in one or more of the following fields: (A) Instruction or counseling or both in a higher education program for students with disabilities; (B) Administration of a program for students with disabilities in an institution of higher education; (C) Teaching, counseling, or administration in secondary education, working predominantly or exclusively in programs for students with disabilities; or (D) Administrative or supervisory experience in industry, government, public agencies, the military, or private social welfare organizations, in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively related to persons with disabilities.

Understanding of and sensitivity to meeting the needs of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic background of the student, community, and employee population.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Seven years of experience related to programs for students with disabilities, with at least 2 years in a leadership, faculty coordinator/director, or leadership development role
  • Experience in higher education
  • Knowledge of information and communication technology
  • Knowledge of special funds and categorical restrictions as they relate to community college budgets
Knowledge and Skills
  • This position requires professional knowledge of:
  • Theories, principles, and practices associated with the assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Development, maintenance and administration of a budget.
  • Philosophy and objectives of the community college.
  • Title 5, universal design, and all laws and regulations related to SAS.
  • Learning and student success process, assessment, student learning outcomes, learning communities, effective learning processes with specialized populations and the application of technology in disabled student learning.
  • Principles of functional leadership, training, and performance evaluation. This position requires demonstrated skills in:
  • Strategic planning in organization and management practices, assessment, analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and administrative needs.
  • Organizing work and building an effective team to respond to disabled student and student health needs.
  • Professional verbal and written communication and the preparation and presentation of material that is clear, well-documented, and/or persuasive as needed Human relations/interpersonal relations and effective team-building and supervision.
  • Developing and delivering formal presentations and conveying technical information to a wide variety of audiences.
  • Effectively and sensitively working with a diverse student population and with specialized student populations. Abilities This position requires the ability to:
  • Liaison and work closely with pertinent government agencies, community, staff, faculty, and administration in respect SAS programs and services.
  • Exhibit tact, courtesy, and patience with current and prospective students as well as colleagues.
  • Be a fair-minded, ethical, and honest leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Lead with integrity and accept responsibility.
  • Be open to change and new SAS methods.
  • Meet change with innovation to promote and meet the college mission.
  • Organize, plan, develop, and write new programs, develop new concepts, analyze outcomes, and prepare clear and concise reports.
  • Guide and direct others toward goal achievement.
  • Direct and facilitate development of personal and team perspectives and develop and deliver training programs.
  • Work cooperatively and productively with internal and external constituencies.
  • Advocate for shared governance, collegiality, staff cohesiveness, and for the core values of the institution.
Physical Abilities
  • This position requires the physical ability to:
  • Function in an office environment performing work of a primarily sedentary nature and the ability to move to various work locations on and off-campus.
  • Use hearing and speech to make presentations to groups and carry on conversations over the phone and in person.
  • Read and recognize printed materials, and view computer screens.
  • Use hand/arm/finger dexterity to retrieve work materials and operate standard office equipment.
  • Work a flexible schedule which may include evenings, weekends, and split schedules. Working Conditions Work is performed indoors where minimal safety considerations exist.


Supplemental Information
Documents needed to apply:

  • Letter of Interest/Cover Letter
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Transcripts (Must show all coursework completed and conferral date of the degree)
It is the applicant's responsibility to provide copies of all transcript(s) verifying all educational degree(s) and/or coursework required for the position. Transcripts must be from regionally accredited institutions. A foreign transcript must be evaluated by a NACES certified agency. The website address is www.naces.org.

Application materials must be submitted by the closing date. Applicants who need special services or facilities due to disability in order to apply or interview for this position must notify Human Resources at the time of application or at least 72 hours prior to the closing date or date of a scheduled interview.

This is a full-time 12-calendar month classified manager position.
Employment is to be effective as soon as possible following completion of the selection process.
Individual who is offered employment shall be required to obtain fingerprints for a criminal history clearance through the State Department of Justice and remit the required fee for processing the fingerprints, Federal Bureau of Investigation (no fee if obtained at Cerritos College Campus Police Station), produce an original social security card, and submit negative TB test results (must be within the past four years or within the last 60 days if not previously employed in a school district in California) before employment.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States and signing of loyalty oath per Government Codes 3100-3109. Please note - the District does not provide for immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas.

An annual stipend of $3,146 shall be provided to management employees with an earned doctorate degree.


To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cerritosedu/jobs/3106948/dean-student-accessibility-wellness-services

The District ensures that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of national origin, religion, age, sex or gender, race, color, medical condition, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or because he or she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. .

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