College of the Desert
Director, Kinesiology & Athletics
College of the Desert, Palm Desert, California, us, 92261
Position Details
Position Information
Position TitleDirector, Kinesiology & Athletics
Job TypeLeadership
DepartmentAthletics
Campus Introduction
About College of the Desert
The College of the Desert, Desert Community College District enrolls approximately 15,000 students each academic year with steady enrollment growth each year. College of the Desert embraces diversity in all forms and the right of all people to have access to quality higher education in a safe learning environment. Designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), College of the Desert administers an array of student programs specifically focused on student support and helping students achieve their educational and career goals. As a two-year college, we offer Associates Degree for Transfer, both in Art and Sciences, Associates Degrees, and Certificates across a wide range of disciplines.
College of the Desert is a district that consists of leadership, staff, and faculty who are committed to enhancing our community through supporting the academic success of all of our students including students of color, students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students of all ages, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, "dreamers", and students of diverse sexual orientation and gender expression.
When you join College of the Desert you can expect to be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences, emphasizes collaboration, and engages students in and out of the classroom. We are committed to ensuring that College of the Desert is a welcoming place for the success of all students.
Interested in learning more about College of the Desert and the Coachella Valley? Visit the links below.
The Community - Coachella ValleyCollege of the DesertWho We Want:
College of the Desert is seeking individuals from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. As such, we prioritize individuals who fully demonstrate their understanding of the community we serve, the benefits of diversity in a professional and educational setting, and values creating a culture that brings people together. A successful candidate will value working in a collegial, collaborative environment that is guided by a commitment to inclusion, student education, and equity. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:
Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as faculty, staff and leadership 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; andStrategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.Basic Function
The Position
The Director of Kinesiology and Athletics is an Educational Administrator position as designated by the Board of Trustees of the Desert Community College District. The Director is charged by the Board of Trustees with the satisfactory implementation of Board policy and district or college procedures as applicable to the position. In addition, the Director is expected to make appropriate recommendations for modifications, additions, or deletions in policy and/or through the appropriate reporting authority.
Under the direction of the School Dean, the Director is responsible for the leadership of the of the Kinesiology and Athletic departments by planning, managing, coordinating, scheduling, and evaluating the activities of the academic disciplines including Health, Kinesiology, Recreation, Athletics Programs and other related duties and responsibilities assigned. The Director also serves as Director of Athletics. The Director develops, directs, manages and evaluates the curriculum and course offerings, including the faculty, coaches and staff and the facilities comprising the instructional areas.
Additional Position Information
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Educational AdministratorCertificated Leadership Salary Schedule Range IXLicenses and Other Requirements:Valid California driver's license and must have an acceptable driving record and current vehicle insurance meeting State of California requirements.
FAQsFor additional information, click here:
Recruitment - Frequently Asked Questions
PLEASE NOTE:
Employment is contingent on residence in California.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.College of the Desert does not offer sponsorship nor take over sponsorship for an employment VISA.Representative Duties
Representative DutiesEssential FunctionsCoordinate and collaborate with faculty, coaches, and department chair to ensure curriculum and program meets regulatory requirements and community needs and state and federal regulations. Recommend teaching and coaching assignments with final approval by the School Dean.Serve as the Director of Athletics. Plan and organize, develop, implement and manage intercollegiate athletic activities in compliance with District Conference, State, Federal and California Commission on Athletics (COA) regulations, policies and standards, including Title IX.Evaluate the needs of the department in the context of the overall educational program; work collaboratively with faculty and coaches in program evaluation and improvement; evaluate the need for new programs and support new program development for currency and relevance. Develop surveys and manage statistical reports and other records to assess program effectiveness and student outcomes.Work collaboratively with faculty in department and School planning and prioritization; participate with the School team to set goals and priorities.Collaborate with the School Dean to coordinate and articulate program needs and curriculum identified by faculty, students, and the community. Provide leadership for program development and articulation with feeder schools and transfer institutions, including athletic opportunities at College of the Desert. Assist in Student-Athlete Articulation for Transfer to upper division institutions. Under the direction of the School Dean, provide leadership in the recruitment and hiring of full-time and adjunct faculty, coaches, trainers, physicians, advisors, and staff.Supervise and evaluate all faculty, coaches, trainers, physicians, advisors, and staff within the instructional and program areas; assign workload; provide in-service training; serve as a mediator in conflicts involving students, faculty, coaches, and staff; facilitate consensus decision-making. Train coaches and other staff regarding eligibility rules; work with athletic specialist to complete eligibility; complete necessary support activities for athletes such as academic advising, tutorials, standards and safety practices.Develop and approve team schedules with coaches; work with coaches and staff to make travel arrangements for games; work with coaches and staff to make sure arrangements for home contests are made including facilities, game officials, support staff, security, field/court decorum, and related matters. Attend home athletic events; attend off-campus events as appropriate.Develop and maintain positive working relationship with and between the college staff and local media representatives and organizations; coordinate publicity with coaches and Public Information staff including season passes, press releases, schedules, awards banquets, community groups, and Websites.Approve special events involving use of athletic facilities by both internal and external users; arrange for equipment distribution and collection.Oversee all post-conference competition, regional and/or state championships etc.; supervise all tournaments hosted by COD athletics.Regularly schedule and chair faculty and staff meetings and special meetings as needed; serve on regular and special committees as assigned by the School Dean; represent the department concerns and needs to the School Dean. Represent the District and attend regional and state meetings.Assist the School Dean with preparation of the budget. Administer and monitor approved budgets; prepare and manage contracts for services and equipment, including donations and grants.Meet schedules and timelines, organize multiple projects efficiently and effectively, and carry out required project details throughout the year.Seek and participate in professional development activities.Perform duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
The Desert Community College District has established the following hiring criteria for all educational administrative positions:
Minimum qualifications for service as an Educational Administrator shall be both of the following in accordance with Title 5 section 53420:
Possession of a master's degree; andOne year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's administrative assignment.Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of
Required Proficiencies
Knowledge, experience and abilities to perform the above listed responsibilities and functions in an efficient, effective, harmonious manner.
Knowledge and Abilities
The Director must have the ability to exercise honesty, consistency, and sound judgment in the performance of duties; understanding of the mission and student population of California Community Colleges and the Coachella Valley; ability to work in the interests of the college as a whole; ability to work productively in a shared governance setting; strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies within and outside the District; understanding of the intent and application of student learning outcomes; familiarity with requirements for prerequisites and course equivalencies; familiarity with new educational technologies; ability to plan, organize, direct, administer, review, and evaluate programs and services.
The Director must possess knowledge of the California Community College Athletic Association Constitution and Bylaws; knowledge of federal, state, regional, and District laws, regulations, and policies related to the programs; familiarity with the operational aspects of athletic team activities, including facilities, safety, and equipment; knowledge of District and Board Policies and Procedures; knowledge of the mission and student population of California Community Colleges and the Coachella Valley; understand and be sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of community college students; familiarity with new educational technologies; and an ability to work variable hours, including weekends and evenings.
Ability to
Physical Demands
Working Conditions
Licenses and Other Requirements
Valid California driver's license and must have an acceptable driving record and current vehicle insurance meeting State of California requirements.
Working Conditions
Environment
Office environment. Constant interruptions. Driving a vehicle to conduct work as necessary. Requires some evening and weekend responsibility.
Full Time/Part TimeFull Time
Weekly Working Hours40
Work Schedule & HoursMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Salary Schedule RangeCertificated Leadership, Range IX: 116,726.256 - $169,034.700 yearly
Specific Departmental Needs
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number24-063
Number of Vacancies1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Tentative Interview Date12/04/2024
Posting Open Date10/21/2024
Posting Close Date11/24/2024
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
REQUIRED REFERENCES:
Professional References should include at least: 2 supervisors, 2 direct reports, 2 management level colleagues, 2 faculty. Include name, title, relationship and current phone numbers. Applicants from sectors other than education should submit comparable references.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Resume:
Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.Cover Letter:
Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.College Transcripts : For consideration of college coursework, transcripts must be attached. Transcripts must be from an accredited institution and include institution name, degree awarded, and date degree awarded. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.
Position Information
Position TitleDirector, Kinesiology & Athletics
Job TypeLeadership
DepartmentAthletics
Campus Introduction
About College of the Desert
The College of the Desert, Desert Community College District enrolls approximately 15,000 students each academic year with steady enrollment growth each year. College of the Desert embraces diversity in all forms and the right of all people to have access to quality higher education in a safe learning environment. Designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), College of the Desert administers an array of student programs specifically focused on student support and helping students achieve their educational and career goals. As a two-year college, we offer Associates Degree for Transfer, both in Art and Sciences, Associates Degrees, and Certificates across a wide range of disciplines.
College of the Desert is a district that consists of leadership, staff, and faculty who are committed to enhancing our community through supporting the academic success of all of our students including students of color, students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students of all ages, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, "dreamers", and students of diverse sexual orientation and gender expression.
When you join College of the Desert you can expect to be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences, emphasizes collaboration, and engages students in and out of the classroom. We are committed to ensuring that College of the Desert is a welcoming place for the success of all students.
Interested in learning more about College of the Desert and the Coachella Valley? Visit the links below.
The Community - Coachella ValleyCollege of the DesertWho We Want:
College of the Desert is seeking individuals from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. As such, we prioritize individuals who fully demonstrate their understanding of the community we serve, the benefits of diversity in a professional and educational setting, and values creating a culture that brings people together. A successful candidate will value working in a collegial, collaborative environment that is guided by a commitment to inclusion, student education, and equity. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:
Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as faculty, staff and leadership 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; andStrategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.Basic Function
The Position
The Director of Kinesiology and Athletics is an Educational Administrator position as designated by the Board of Trustees of the Desert Community College District. The Director is charged by the Board of Trustees with the satisfactory implementation of Board policy and district or college procedures as applicable to the position. In addition, the Director is expected to make appropriate recommendations for modifications, additions, or deletions in policy and/or through the appropriate reporting authority.
Under the direction of the School Dean, the Director is responsible for the leadership of the of the Kinesiology and Athletic departments by planning, managing, coordinating, scheduling, and evaluating the activities of the academic disciplines including Health, Kinesiology, Recreation, Athletics Programs and other related duties and responsibilities assigned. The Director also serves as Director of Athletics. The Director develops, directs, manages and evaluates the curriculum and course offerings, including the faculty, coaches and staff and the facilities comprising the instructional areas.
Additional Position Information
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Educational AdministratorCertificated Leadership Salary Schedule Range IXLicenses and Other Requirements:Valid California driver's license and must have an acceptable driving record and current vehicle insurance meeting State of California requirements.
FAQsFor additional information, click here:
Recruitment - Frequently Asked Questions
PLEASE NOTE:
Employment is contingent on residence in California.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.College of the Desert does not offer sponsorship nor take over sponsorship for an employment VISA.Representative Duties
Representative DutiesEssential FunctionsCoordinate and collaborate with faculty, coaches, and department chair to ensure curriculum and program meets regulatory requirements and community needs and state and federal regulations. Recommend teaching and coaching assignments with final approval by the School Dean.Serve as the Director of Athletics. Plan and organize, develop, implement and manage intercollegiate athletic activities in compliance with District Conference, State, Federal and California Commission on Athletics (COA) regulations, policies and standards, including Title IX.Evaluate the needs of the department in the context of the overall educational program; work collaboratively with faculty and coaches in program evaluation and improvement; evaluate the need for new programs and support new program development for currency and relevance. Develop surveys and manage statistical reports and other records to assess program effectiveness and student outcomes.Work collaboratively with faculty in department and School planning and prioritization; participate with the School team to set goals and priorities.Collaborate with the School Dean to coordinate and articulate program needs and curriculum identified by faculty, students, and the community. Provide leadership for program development and articulation with feeder schools and transfer institutions, including athletic opportunities at College of the Desert. Assist in Student-Athlete Articulation for Transfer to upper division institutions. Under the direction of the School Dean, provide leadership in the recruitment and hiring of full-time and adjunct faculty, coaches, trainers, physicians, advisors, and staff.Supervise and evaluate all faculty, coaches, trainers, physicians, advisors, and staff within the instructional and program areas; assign workload; provide in-service training; serve as a mediator in conflicts involving students, faculty, coaches, and staff; facilitate consensus decision-making. Train coaches and other staff regarding eligibility rules; work with athletic specialist to complete eligibility; complete necessary support activities for athletes such as academic advising, tutorials, standards and safety practices.Develop and approve team schedules with coaches; work with coaches and staff to make travel arrangements for games; work with coaches and staff to make sure arrangements for home contests are made including facilities, game officials, support staff, security, field/court decorum, and related matters. Attend home athletic events; attend off-campus events as appropriate.Develop and maintain positive working relationship with and between the college staff and local media representatives and organizations; coordinate publicity with coaches and Public Information staff including season passes, press releases, schedules, awards banquets, community groups, and Websites.Approve special events involving use of athletic facilities by both internal and external users; arrange for equipment distribution and collection.Oversee all post-conference competition, regional and/or state championships etc.; supervise all tournaments hosted by COD athletics.Regularly schedule and chair faculty and staff meetings and special meetings as needed; serve on regular and special committees as assigned by the School Dean; represent the department concerns and needs to the School Dean. Represent the District and attend regional and state meetings.Assist the School Dean with preparation of the budget. Administer and monitor approved budgets; prepare and manage contracts for services and equipment, including donations and grants.Meet schedules and timelines, organize multiple projects efficiently and effectively, and carry out required project details throughout the year.Seek and participate in professional development activities.Perform duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
The Desert Community College District has established the following hiring criteria for all educational administrative positions:
Minimum qualifications for service as an Educational Administrator shall be both of the following in accordance with Title 5 section 53420:
Possession of a master's degree; andOne year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's administrative assignment.Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of
Required Proficiencies
Knowledge, experience and abilities to perform the above listed responsibilities and functions in an efficient, effective, harmonious manner.
Knowledge and Abilities
The Director must have the ability to exercise honesty, consistency, and sound judgment in the performance of duties; understanding of the mission and student population of California Community Colleges and the Coachella Valley; ability to work in the interests of the college as a whole; ability to work productively in a shared governance setting; strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies within and outside the District; understanding of the intent and application of student learning outcomes; familiarity with requirements for prerequisites and course equivalencies; familiarity with new educational technologies; ability to plan, organize, direct, administer, review, and evaluate programs and services.
The Director must possess knowledge of the California Community College Athletic Association Constitution and Bylaws; knowledge of federal, state, regional, and District laws, regulations, and policies related to the programs; familiarity with the operational aspects of athletic team activities, including facilities, safety, and equipment; knowledge of District and Board Policies and Procedures; knowledge of the mission and student population of California Community Colleges and the Coachella Valley; understand and be sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of community college students; familiarity with new educational technologies; and an ability to work variable hours, including weekends and evenings.
Ability to
Physical Demands
Working Conditions
Licenses and Other Requirements
Valid California driver's license and must have an acceptable driving record and current vehicle insurance meeting State of California requirements.
Working Conditions
Environment
Office environment. Constant interruptions. Driving a vehicle to conduct work as necessary. Requires some evening and weekend responsibility.
Full Time/Part TimeFull Time
Weekly Working Hours40
Work Schedule & HoursMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Salary Schedule RangeCertificated Leadership, Range IX: 116,726.256 - $169,034.700 yearly
Specific Departmental Needs
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number24-063
Number of Vacancies1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Tentative Interview Date12/04/2024
Posting Open Date10/21/2024
Posting Close Date11/24/2024
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
REQUIRED REFERENCES:
Professional References should include at least: 2 supervisors, 2 direct reports, 2 management level colleagues, 2 faculty. Include name, title, relationship and current phone numbers. Applicants from sectors other than education should submit comparable references.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Resume:
Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.Cover Letter:
Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.College Transcripts : For consideration of college coursework, transcripts must be attached. Transcripts must be from an accredited institution and include institution name, degree awarded, and date degree awarded. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.