Associate Dean of Equity & Special Programs

About Golden West College

Located in beautiful Huntington Beach, California, Golden West College is a two-year college, serving over 10,500 students on a 122-acre campus. GWC offers over 60 Associate degrees, a strong university transfer program, more than 40 Career and Technical Education certificates, community education, and extensive student support services. Founded in 1966, Golden West College has been widely recognized for its pioneering leadership in designing learning-centered programs and services for its students. Additionally, GWC is an officially designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and has an eligibility designation as an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI).

D.E.I.A - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility

At Golden West College we are committed to providing high quality education and equitable outcomes through inclusive practices that support and celebrate everyone. We welcome candidates that share our devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students, employees, and community populations. Please visit the links below to learn more information about GWC:

• Mission, Vison and Values
• GWC Vision 2030 Comprehensive Master Plan
• GWC Employee-Student Demographics
• Student Equity and Achievement Program

1. Lead and oversee student equity strategies for the college through effective collaboration with faculty, staff, administration, and students. Assess the effectiveness of implemented strategies.
2. Administers and leads college's Student Equity and Achievement Program and other special programs (e.g. Basic Needs and Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Student Achievement Program, Veterans) and activities.
3. Oversee activities within the administration of the Student Equity and Achievement Program, and other special programs including resource development and personnel management, in accordance with laws, regulations, District policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements.
4. Lead the strategic design and implementation of emerging programs and services which are often specially funded, and ensures these college-level programs, interventions, and enhancements are setup to comply with objectives and produce measurable outcomes.
5. Develop and implement high impact programs that encourage enrollment of underrepresented and disadvantaged students; collaborate with faculty, administration, and staff to establish academic, financial, social, and cultural support systems that encourage retention and inclusion in the college community.
6. Plan, develop, implement, and manage comprehensive programs and services for educationally and socio-economically disadvantaged and historically underrepresented students.
7. Collaborate with Research and Institutional Effectiveness to plan, facilitate, and coordinate research and professional development strategies and activities for the Student Equity and Achievement and Study Equity Plans that is based on data driven assessment.
8. Develops, recommends, and monitors approved and assigned general fund and grant-funded budgets and maximizes financial resources on approved funding. Ensures that program and financial reports are prepared, reviewed, and submitted on a timely basis, including compliance reports.
9. Serves as an active member and/or Chair on several campus-wide and District-wide committees task forces and work groups that contribute to the overall success of the college and District.
10. Participates on committees, task forces, and special assignments including but not limited to instructional, education technology, and non-instructional program review processes. Participates in the selection of faculty and staff. Participates in or conducts various department, division, college, and community meetings and committees.
11. Learns, interprets, and applies State Education Code, Government Code, Titles 5 & 9, and other federal and state regulations assigned to student services.
12. Establishes standards for staff, monitors, coaches, and evaluates the performance of staff to program requirements and personal development targets. Monitors the work of staff and offers coaching for continuous performance improvement and development. Recognizes performance outcomes and takes action to address deficiencies. Participates in the recruitment and selection of staff.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.
    14. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 - Code of Professional Ethics.

Knowledge and Skills

1. The position requires advanced specialized knowledge of collegiate instruction, programs, and services that contribute to student success and equity.
2. Requires advanced knowledge of program development and evaluation.
3. Requires knowledge of assessment techniques and instructional support services.
4. Requires working knowledge of enrollment procedures, student retention, and community relations.
5. Requires knowledge and understanding of the philosophy and objectives of the community college and management principles and practices to supervise staff to achieve program objectives.
6. Requires knowledge of college-level financial assistance programs, supplemental educational programs, and other programs designed to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural, ethnic, social, disability, and language handicaps.
7. Requires knowledge of and skill at using computers, common office productivity software, learning management systems, and specialized technologies for delivering blended instruction to enhance teaching and student learning.
8. Requires advanced knowledge of current principles, trends, and methods in research to measure financial and statistical outcomes.
9. Requires well-developed written English language skills to prepare curriculum, reports, and professional correspondence.
10. Requires well-developed human relations skills to conduct live and remote teaching, performance reviews, deliver persuasive formal presentations, and convey technical information to a wide variety of audiences.

1. Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
2. Requires the ability to develop and implement a plan of accountability for assigned instruction and student services.
3. Requires the ability to implement, evaluate, and develop training programs and curriculum.
4. Requires the ability to organize, plan, develop, and write new programs, develop new concepts, analyze outcomes, and prepare clear and concise reports.
5. Requires the ability to assess and link student-centered programs and services to student learning and retention outcomes.
6. Requires the ability to learn and apply the regulations of the Education Code and Title 5.
7. Requires the ability to be a fair-minded, ethical, and honest leader to administer codes of conduct and program guidelines.
8. Requires the ability to embrace change and emerging approaches to delivering instruction and/or student services.
9. Requires a passion for continuous learning and self-improvement.
10. Requires the ability to guide and motivate others toward goal achievement.
11. Requires the ability to direct and facilitate development of personal and team perspectives and develop and deliver training programs.
12. Requires the ability to develop and monitor budgets and maximize financial resources.
13. Requires understanding, sensitivity, and commitment to meeting the needs of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic background of the student, community, and employee population.
14. Requires the ability to work cooperatively and productively with internal and external constituencies.
15. Requires the ability to advocate for shared governance, collegiality, staff cohesiveness, and for the core values of the institution.

1. The general physical demands, working conditions, and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
2. Essential functions will vary by position.
3. As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA"), the District shall engage in a timely, good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and, provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who, because of their disability, are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

AND

Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, ethnic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom and campus.

• Managerial experience of an equity centered program or service
• Demonstrated history of budget management of local, state and federal funding sources and related reporting

This is a contract, full-time, 12-month, Educational Administrator position. The work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Flexible schedule and weekends might be necessary to address the needs of programs and job duties. In addition, an annual stipend of $3,000 is offered for possession of an earned doctorate from an accredited institution.

Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

ATTENTION: Before applying, please be sure to review the Coast Colleges District Board Policy regarding Nepotism (BP 7310) (Download PDF reader) to check if your application may be impacted. If you have any questions, please contact HR Recruitment at 714-438-4714 or 714-438-4716.

Application Requirements

To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet at http://www.cccd.edu/employment by the application deadline: 11:59PM Monday, January 27, 2025.

Incomplete applications, application materials submitted by mail and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).

A complete application packet includes:

1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
2. A Current Resume of professional and educational background and experience.
3. A Cover Letter detailing your experience related to the role.
4. Responses to Supplemental Questions (Please provide clear and detailed responses, as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, put "see resume" or "N/A", or leave blank).
5. Equivalency Request Form and supporting documentation, if applicable. (uploaded as separate attachments - PDF recommended)

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance by emailing jobs@cccd.edu or by calling 714.438.4716.

Pay Philosophy

Coast Community College District, through policies, practices, and other benefit programs, delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity, inclusion, and workforce vitality. In general, it is the policy of the district to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year. (Salary Range DG-10)

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits. Please visit the benefits tab above for additional information.

• Generous medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans for employees and dependents
• 21 paid holidays
• Cumulative sick leave
• Paid vacation
• Longevity salary programs
• PERS/STRS retirement plans
• Deferred compensation/457 plans
• Employee Assistance Program

Employment Information

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 )
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following prior to employment:

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate's expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment).
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; AND
• Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.