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West Valley-Mission Community College District

Dean, Academic Counseling and Student Success

West Valley-Mission Community College District, Saratoga, California, us, 95071


Dean, Academic Counseling and Student Success

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To be considered an applicant for a position at West Valley-Mission Community College District, all materials requested in the job announcement must be received no later than the deadline.Incomplete and/or late applications will not receive committee consideration.If transcripts are required, include copies of ALL college transcripts with your application to verify all degrees earned and college coursework taken. Certified copies are only required at time of hire.Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application.The employment application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form carefully and completely.The District does not provide visa sponsorship.Position Title:

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West Valley CollegePosition Summary:

West Valley College is part of the West Valley-Mission Community College District. West Valley College enrolls approximately 15,000 students each academic year, and the student population represents diverse communities from the cities of Saratoga, Campbell, and Los Gatos. Under direction of the Vice President, Student Services, Diversity, and Inclusion, the Dean of Academic Counseling & Student Success plans, directs, manages, and provides leadership and direction to the Counseling Department and directors who manage a variety of student services and special programs offered at West Valley College.We are seeking a collaborative, knowledgeable leader who thrives in a fast-paced and innovative environment to serve in the position of Dean of Academic Counseling and Student Success. The college is known for the strength of our academic programs and faculty as well as our equity-minded and student-focused approach that combines high-tech and high touch.West Valley College is committed to addressing inequities and injustices both societally and institutionally. Applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and life experiences to address the cultural and educational needs of a culturally diverse student population are encouraged to apply.Assignment:

This is an academic administrator position with an anticipated start date on January 6, 2025. This is an exempt position and is not subject to overtime.Salary and Benefits:Anticipated Salary: $188,737 – $201,009 annually (Administrative Salary Schedule, Range 25, Steps A-C).Annual salary step increases to maximum of salary range, $235,295 (Administrative Salary Schedule, Range 25, Step G).Minimum Qualifications:Understanding of, and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.Equivalent to a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education or a field related to specific area of assignment.Five years of increasingly responsible experience in counseling at a college level; including two years of administrative and management responsibility.Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:Develop and implement department goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.Plan, organize and direct instructional and student support programs, services, and initiatives relative to area of assignment.Prepare the department budget; assist in budget implementation; administer the approved budget.Oversee the accurate development, approval and implementation of college curriculum.Ensure instructional programs and support services are regularly assessed for evidence of student learning and achievement.Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence.Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.Application Information:Interested applicants must submit online all materials requested, including: (1) A completed online West Valley-Mission Community College District application; (2) Supplemental application questions; (3) Resume; (4) Unofficial copies of transcripts; (5) Cover letter and/or reference list, if requested.All sections of the online application must be completed thoroughly.West Valley-Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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