Mt San Antonio College Hiring for Director, Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) (Restricted Funds) at Walnut Full Time

Director, Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) (Restricted Funds)

Position Number: CM-047-2024
Department: Natural Sciences Division Office
Job Category:
Time (Percent Time):
Term (months/year):
Current Work Schedule (days, hours): Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Salary Range: M-13
Salary: M-13Steps 1 – 6: $138,588. – $153,936. Annually
Shift Differential: Shift differential eligibility based on the current collective bargaining agreement.
Open Date: 09/26/2023
Initial Screening Date: 10/24/2023
Open Until Filled: Yes

Application Procedure:
First Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; however, applications submitted by 11:59 p.m. (PT) on the above listed Initial Screening Date are assured consideration.

Applicants must submit all of the following materials online, unless otherwise noted, at Mt. SAC Employment Website to be considered for this position:

1. A Mt. San Antonio College online application.
2. A cover letter describing how the applicant meets the required education and experience.
3. A detailed résumé that summarizes educational preparation and professional experience for the position.
4. If applicable, College and/or university transcripts showing the awarded/conferred degree are required and must be submitted with the online application by all applicants, including current or former employees of the college, to demonstrate that the required educational qualifications are met. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application; however, copies of diplomas are not accepted in lieu of transcripts.
5. Optional – Three letters of recommendation that reflect relevant experience (do not use social media or professional networks as a means to provide letters of recommendation). Confidential letters of recommendation are not allowed for this position.

Health & Welfare:
Mt. San Antonio College offers a competitive and excellent benefits package to eligible employees providing medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees and their dependents. Lifetime medical benefits are also available for eligible retirees.

The College contributes an annual premium up to the family coverage amount for Kaiser Permanente $15 office visit medical, DeltaCare HMO dental, VSP vision and life insurance plans for eligible employees.

The District participates in the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS) retirement programs, and National Benefit Services.

*Note: Salary and Health & Welfare Benefits are subject to change. Please visit the Mt. San Antonio College Benefits Website for further information.

Basic Function/Overview:
DEFINITION:
Under administrative direction and oversight, plans, implements, supervises, assesses, and evaluates the activities, programs, information, personnel, and related services for students in the Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) program. This position is responsible for the day-to-day management of the MESA Community College Program (MCCP), including planning, developing, implementing, and coordinating program objectives; with programmatic guidance from the Chancellor’s Office State Project Monitor, this position maintains communications between the MESA Program, engineering, mathematics, and science faculty, unit heads of student support services, department chairs, deans, participants, student organizations, related professional societies, and campus administrators.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED & EXERCISED:
Receives administrative direction from the assigned managerial personnel. Exercises general direction and supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a management classification that oversees, directs, and participates in all activities of the MESA Program, including planning, development, and administration of departmental policies, procedures, and services. This class provides assistance in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. Responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibility. The incumbent organizes and oversees day-to-day activities and is responsible for providing professional-level support in a variety of areas. Successful performance of the work requires an extensive professional background as well as skill in managing departmental work.

Essential Duties/Major Responsibilities:
1. Assumes full management responsibility of the MESA Program including, planning implementation and improvements and reporting on the progress of the MESA Community College Program in collaboration with responsible administrators and faculty.
2. Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the program; recommends, within program policy, appropriate service levels and resources; recommends and administers policies and procedures. Consults with faculty and staff of support services to assist in improved delivery of services to students.
3. Maintains contact with MESA participants; coordinates planning of all student services which include admission, financial aid, scholarships, housing, summer programs and jobs, and academic, career, and student advising.
4. Maintains communication between Instruction, deans, and faculty to promote an understanding of MESA services and build a program of academic rigor.
5. Ensures student eligibility and contractual agreements are met; maintains program records, coordinates the evaluation of program activities and accomplishments; participates in training, evaluation, and other activities; works with the faculty to ensure successful implementation of the program.
6. Collects and compiles data and prepares status reports as required by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office (CCCCO); completes evaluations and any other request by due dates; participates in campus activities that lead to the collection and submission of participant data for the CCCCO Management Information System.
7. Processes budget items, monitors expenses, and works with the dean and faculty in planning; prepares mid-year and annual programmatic and financial reports of MESA-generated funds.
8. Works with local campus staff and regional MESA colleagues to research and prepare grant proposals for collaborative submissions.
9. Selects, trains, motivates, and directs the assigned department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.
10. Develops tutoring and study programs which includes the recruitment and training of tutors and individual, small, and large group study activities.
11. Establishes, implements, and fosters an environment of belonging as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, anti-racism, and accessibility (DEISAA).
12. Prepares and delivers DEISAA-minded presentations related to assigned areas as required.
13. Oversees, leads, and provides quality customer service when interacting with the public, vendors, students, and College staff, including individuals from minoritized groups.
14. Utilizes critical thinking, sound decision-making, and problem-solving skills with tact, confidence, and diplomacy.
15. Implements, enforces, supports, and abides by federal, state, local policies, Board Policies and Administrative Procedures.
16. Participates on and supports employee participation on committees, task forces, and special assignments, including, but not limited to Screening and Selection Committees and mandated trainings as required.
17. Performs other related duties as assigned consistent with the scope of the position.

Other Duties:

Knowledge Of:
1. Principles and practices of supporting a diverse, equitable, inclusive, socially just, anti-racist, and accessible academic and work environment.
2. Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
3. Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation.
4. Budget development, administrative practices, and organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs.
5. Principles and practices of grant funding, including techniques and methods of researching grant opportunities, identifying state, federal, private, and corporate grant funding organizations, securing and maintaining funding from external agencies, and complying with reporting requirements.
6. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
7. Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
8. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the scope of responsibility.
9. Techniques for effectively representing the College in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
10. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively interacting with the public, vendors, students, and College staff, including individuals of various ages, disabilities, socio-economic, and ethnic groups.
11. Principles and procedures of record keeping, technical report writing, and preparation of correspondence and presentations.
12. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the scope of responsibility.
13. Techniques for effectively representing the College in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
14. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively interacting with the public, vendors, students, and College staff, including individuals of various ages, disabilities, socio-economic, and ethnic groups.

Skills and Abilities:
1. Oversee and address gaps in diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, anti-racism, and accessibility in recruitment and retention of faculty, management, and staff.
2. Implement, advocate for, and communicate the College’s vision and commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, socially just, anti-racist, and accessible academic and work environment.
3. Develop and implement resources and strategies towards the goal of being diverse, equitable, inclusive, socially just, anti-racist, and accessible in academic and work environments.
4. Exercise critical thinking and sound decision-making through observing, analyzing, inferring, communicating, and problem-solving in challenging situations with ethics, tact, confidence, and diplomacy.
5. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems.
6. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
7. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
8. Communicate effectively through various modalities.
9. Learn and apply emerging technologies and, as necessary, to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
10. Review situations accurately and determine appropriate course of action using judgment according to established policies and procedures; understands scope of authority in making independent decisions.
11. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Qualifications/Education & Experience:
1. Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited four-year college or university preferably with major coursework in a mathematics-based field; and
2. One year experience in delivering student academic services aimed at improving academic, study, test taking, and other skills where the students are majoring in mathematics-based fields, including supervisory experience; and
3. Three (3) years in education, industry or other profession involving work with postsecondary students in mathematics-based fields.

Equivalencies:
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications is listed in the Minimum Qualifications section.

Preferred Qualifications:

License(s) & Other Requirements:

Examination Requirements:

Working Environment:
Incumbents work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Incumbents may interact with staff, students, and/or the public in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Physical Demands:
Must be able to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including technological devices; to communicate with individuals at various College and meeting sites; the ability to understand and comprehend written and electronic materials; and the ability to receive, review, and respond to communications in person, before groups, and over and through various media. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although movement between work areas may be required. Positions in this classification occasionally may need to physically reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.

Hazards:

Conditions of Employment:
The person holding this position is required to be present on Mt. San Antonio College’s campus to perform all essential duties and responsibilities.

Official offers of employment are made by Mt. San Antonio College Human Resources and are made contingent upon Board approval. It is also required that a final offer of employment will only be made after the candidate has successfully been live-scanned and clearance for employment is authorized by Human Resources. Costs for live-scan services shall be borne by the candidate.

Notice to all prospective employees – 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 Administrative Procedure 3518, titled Child Abuse Reporting, as a condition of employment.

As required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Mt. San Antonio Community College Annual Security Report is available here: Mt. SAC Annual Security Report.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘Responsible Employee’ under Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 and is required to report to the College’s Title IX Coordinator all relevant details reported to him or her about an incident of alleged sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic violence and stalking.

Typing Certificate Requirements:

Special Notes:
A confirmation number will be assigned when your application packet indicates the supplemental questions have been answered and a document has been attached to each required link. Assistance with the online application process is available through Human Resources at 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399. Human Resources: (909) 274-4225. E-mail: [email protected].

DO NOT include photographs or any personal information (e.g. D.O.B, place of birth, etc.) on your application or supporting documents.

LONG DISTANCE TRAVEL FOR INTERVIEWS: Should you be invited to an interview, please contact our office to discuss an accommodation option if attending the interview would require you to travel in excess of 150 miles one way from your residence.

THE MT. SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE DISTRICT WILL NOT SPONSOR ANY VISA APPLICATIONS.

Foreign Transcripts:
Transcripts issued outside the United States require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the filing deadline. Accredited evaluation agencies can be found on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Website.

Inquiries/Contact:
Human Resources
1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399
Phone: (909) 274-4225
E-mail: [email protected]

Selection Procedure:
A committee will evaluate applications, taking into account breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. The screening committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant of an interview.

Interviews may include a writing sample, committee presentation, and/or performance test. The start date will be following Board approval and receipt of live scan clearance.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be guaranteed consideration, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received before the initial screening date and time indicated on the job posting. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. All application materials will become College property, will not be returned, and will not be copied. Please visit our employment website at Mt. SAC Employment Website to complete and submit your application for this position.

EEO Policy:

Conflict of Interest:
Mt. San Antonio College employees and the Board of Trustees members shall not engage in any employment or activity that is inconsistent with, incompatible with, or in conflict with Mt. San Antonio College’s Administrative Procedures (AP 2710 Conflict of Interest, AP 2712 Conflict of Interest Codes).

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To apply, visit https://hrjobs.mtsac.edu/postings/11037

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