Interim Vice President, Student Services
Job Description
Monterey Peninsula College
Interim Vice President, Student Services
Salary: $15,923.00 - $18,028.00 Monthly
Job Type:
Job Number: 2023-00027
Closing: 3/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Monterey, CA
Division: Student Services
Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Interim Vice President of Student Services is the Chief Student Services Officer of the Monterey Peninsula Community College (MPCCD) and reports directly to the Superintendent/President. The Interim Vice President of Student Services (VPSS) works collaboratively with all members of the Executive Leadership Team and provides leadership, planning, policy development, budget development, and management for comprehensive Student Services programs. Those programs include, but are not limited to, General Counseling, EOPS, TRIO, Hispanic-Serving Institution, UMOJA, Undocumented Resource Center, Access Resource Center, Transfer Center, International Students, Veterans Resource Center, Admissions and Records, Student Financial Services, Early Childhood Education Lab School, Athletics, and Student Activities, and Student Health Services. In addition, the Vice President of Student Services is responsible for the development and implementation of the student code of conduct, grievance and discipline processes as well as the implementation of Student Success Initiatives including the Student Success and Support Program and Student Equity.
The Interim VPSS is dedicated to all aspects of student success and eliminating equity gaps.
MPC is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). We serve students from a broad range of backgrounds, and actively work to provide a welcoming environment for all. We especially encourage individuals who bring perspectives from lived experiences that our students at MPC will connect with. Monterey Peninsula College is an equal employment opportunity employer.
The contract for the Interim VPSS will be for a period of 18 - 24 months and the successful candidate may also apply for the permanent position.
ABOUT MPC
Monterey Peninsula Community District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the District's Governing Board Goals, Educational Master Plan, Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, and Student Equity Plan. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences - emphasizing collaboration, engaging students in and out of the classroom, and encouraging them to realize their goals and become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Monterey Peninsula College, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners.
Monterey Peninsula College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is an affiliate of the statewide Umoja Community of California Community Colleges. Monterey Peninsula College has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities it serves.
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:
Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.
Monterey Peninsula College seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. College faculty are expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to use, different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve.
Qualifications
Required
Master's degree from an accredited institution
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience that includes supervision of multiple student service programs
Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and appreciation for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and employees
Proven commitment to community college goals and objectives of providing quality programs and services for culturally, socio- economically, ethnically, and academically diverse students and student with disabilities; personal qualities to work effectively and with sensitivity in a multicultural environment; awareness of and commitment to the needs of non-traditional and/or re-entry students with diverse abilities and interests Desirable
Earned doctorate from an accredited institution
Experience during the implementation of an institutional Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system or student services management systems
Experience as an executive level manager (VP or higher) Desired Characteristics
The successful candidate will have leadership and management skills that assure the operational effectiveness and efficiency of the student services programs of the District. In particular, they will exhibit:
leadership and vision incorporating sound fiscal planning, knowledge of educational trends pertinent to community colleges, and data informed decision-making related to enrollment management, student retention, and student success.
commitment to participatory governance and developing collaborative relationships with a diverse campus constituency emphasizing consensus building, conflict resolution, and problem solving.
an ability to work on an executive team dedicated to the collaborative goal of integrating instruction, student and administrative services to create and maintain a supportive student learning and employee working environment.
Work Schedule / Supplemental Information
Expected Start Date: July 1, 2024
Benefits
Monterey Peninsula College offers excellent employee benefits, ranging from health, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), and long-term disability, provides sick leave and contributes to the CalSTRS or CalPERS retirement plan. Participation in tax-deferred plans is available.
Candidate Travel Reimbursement
Monterey Peninsula College will provide up to $1,000 travel reimbursement to eligible candidates. A candidate is eligible for travel reimbursement when they have participated in an in-person interview for first- and/or second-level interviews, and when they live 50 miles or more from the College.
For questions, please contact:
David Betts, Vice President, Human Resources and Employee Relations
dbetts@mpc.edu
Interim Vice President, Student Services
Salary: $15,923.00 - $18,028.00 Monthly
Job Type:
Job Number: 2023-00027
Closing: 3/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Monterey, CA
Division: Student Services
Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Interim Vice President of Student Services is the Chief Student Services Officer of the Monterey Peninsula Community College (MPCCD) and reports directly to the Superintendent/President. The Interim Vice President of Student Services (VPSS) works collaboratively with all members of the Executive Leadership Team and provides leadership, planning, policy development, budget development, and management for comprehensive Student Services programs. Those programs include, but are not limited to, General Counseling, EOPS, TRIO, Hispanic-Serving Institution, UMOJA, Undocumented Resource Center, Access Resource Center, Transfer Center, International Students, Veterans Resource Center, Admissions and Records, Student Financial Services, Early Childhood Education Lab School, Athletics, and Student Activities, and Student Health Services. In addition, the Vice President of Student Services is responsible for the development and implementation of the student code of conduct, grievance and discipline processes as well as the implementation of Student Success Initiatives including the Student Success and Support Program and Student Equity.
The Interim VPSS is dedicated to all aspects of student success and eliminating equity gaps.
MPC is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). We serve students from a broad range of backgrounds, and actively work to provide a welcoming environment for all. We especially encourage individuals who bring perspectives from lived experiences that our students at MPC will connect with. Monterey Peninsula College is an equal employment opportunity employer.
The contract for the Interim VPSS will be for a period of 18 - 24 months and the successful candidate may also apply for the permanent position.
ABOUT MPC
Monterey Peninsula Community District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the District's Governing Board Goals, Educational Master Plan, Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, and Student Equity Plan. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences - emphasizing collaboration, engaging students in and out of the classroom, and encouraging them to realize their goals and become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Monterey Peninsula College, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners.
Monterey Peninsula College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is an affiliate of the statewide Umoja Community of California Community Colleges. Monterey Peninsula College has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities it serves.
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:
Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.
Monterey Peninsula College seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. College faculty are expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to use, different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve.
Qualifications
Required
Master's degree from an accredited institution
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience that includes supervision of multiple student service programs
Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and appreciation for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and employees
Proven commitment to community college goals and objectives of providing quality programs and services for culturally, socio- economically, ethnically, and academically diverse students and student with disabilities; personal qualities to work effectively and with sensitivity in a multicultural environment; awareness of and commitment to the needs of non-traditional and/or re-entry students with diverse abilities and interests Desirable
Earned doctorate from an accredited institution
Experience during the implementation of an institutional Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system or student services management systems
Experience as an executive level manager (VP or higher) Desired Characteristics
The successful candidate will have leadership and management skills that assure the operational effectiveness and efficiency of the student services programs of the District. In particular, they will exhibit:
leadership and vision incorporating sound fiscal planning, knowledge of educational trends pertinent to community colleges, and data informed decision-making related to enrollment management, student retention, and student success.
commitment to participatory governance and developing collaborative relationships with a diverse campus constituency emphasizing consensus building, conflict resolution, and problem solving.
an ability to work on an executive team dedicated to the collaborative goal of integrating instruction, student and administrative services to create and maintain a supportive student learning and employee working environment.
Work Schedule / Supplemental Information
Expected Start Date: July 1, 2024
Benefits
Monterey Peninsula College offers excellent employee benefits, ranging from health, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), and long-term disability, provides sick leave and contributes to the CalSTRS or CalPERS retirement plan. Participation in tax-deferred plans is available.
Candidate Travel Reimbursement
Monterey Peninsula College will provide up to $1,000 travel reimbursement to eligible candidates. A candidate is eligible for travel reimbursement when they have participated in an in-person interview for first- and/or second-level interviews, and when they live 50 miles or more from the College.
For questions, please contact:
David Betts, Vice President, Human Resources and Employee Relations
dbetts@mpc.edu
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