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WHAT YOU’LL DO

As the Initial Focus: Athletic Director, you will coordinate a comprehensive community college athletics program, overseeing scheduled team competitions and training, which will require evening and weekend hours. Moorpark College Athletics Mission is to “develop leaders who pursue excellence with courage and integrity in sport, academics, and life”. At Moorpark our athletics program is guided by a set of core values. Our guiding values are those ideals that we commit to as individuals and as a program. As a community we strive to model and measure these guiding values across all aspects of our program. Our values include: Develop Leaders:

We prioritize leadership development, empowering athletes to become role models on and off the field. Athletes are encouraged to lead with integrity and inspire their teammates and the community through mentorship, skill-building, and character education. Create Opportunities:

We provide a range of learning opportunities beyond sports, including educational support, career guidance, and personal development initiatives. By creating an environment that fosters growth, athletes can explore their potential beyond athletics. Strive for Competitive Excellence:

We are committed to achieving competitive excellence through dedicated training, evidence-based continuous improvement, and a high-performing culture. Athletes are motivated to improve continually, pushing their boundaries to reach peak performance. Cultivate a Supportive Community:

We nurture a strong sense of community where athletes, coaches, and staff support and uplift each other. With an emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility our community becomes a source of encouragement and strength. Moorpark College Athletics is seeking a dynamic and inclusive Athletic Director to lead our Athletic Department with 17 collegiate sports serving approximately 400 diverse student athletes. The Athletic Director collaborates with four full time faculty coaches, nine part time faculty head coaches, 21 part time faculty assistant coaches, two full time faculty athletic counselors, and five full time classified professionals who specialize in athletic training, equipment management, and administrative support. There is currently one full-time, tenure track position at Moorpark College to serve as the college's Initial Focus: Athletic Director. This eleven-month assignment will start July 1, 2025. WHERE YOU’LL WORK

Moorpark College, one of three colleges in the Ventura County Community College District, was founded in 1967. It serves approximately 15,000 students, and with a "students first" philosophy, empowers its diverse community of learners to complete their goals for academic transfer, basic skills, and career education. Moorpark College is one of the most beautiful community colleges in California. Set on 150 acres, the campus is nestled in the foothills on the southeastern flank of Ventura County, about 40 miles from UCLA, and approximately 75 miles from UC Santa Barbara. It is also a short drive from CSU Northridge, CSU Channel Islands, and California Lutheran University. Moorpark College has been recognized as an Aspen 150 College for the last two years. Known for transfer of students to public and private universities, Moorpark College has the highest number of Associate Degree for Transfers among California community colleges its size. Moorpark College has the distinction of being recognized as a Champion of Higher Education by the Campaign for College Opportunity in each of the last five years. A Hispanic Serving Institution, it has an excellent reputation for preparing minority and economically disadvantaged students for university transfer and career success. Moorpark College’s signature career/technical programs include nursing, radiation technology, biotechnology, and exotic animal training which incorporates the world-renowned America’s Teaching Zoo. The college also offers a dynamic range of classes and programs in the visual and performing arts, and its pristine athletic fields and mild climate provide an excellent home for our student athletes. WHO WE ARE

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work that we do within the Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD). The VCCCD is a public community college district serving residents throughout Ventura County. The VCCCD's three colleges - Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College - offer programs for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; career technical training; basic skills instruction; as well as community service, economic development, and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and skills improvement. The Ventura County Community College District recognizes that a diverse community of faculty, staff, and administrators promote academic excellence. This creates an inclusive educational and work environment for its students, employees, and the community it serves. With the understanding that a diverse community fosters multi-cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides role models for all students, the VCCCD is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse and committed group of faculty, staff, and administrators who are dedicated to the success of all college students. Initial Focus: Athletic Director Duties:

Plan, organize, direct, and assess the activities, services, and operations of a comprehensive athletic program in keeping with high standards for performance and ethics; allocate personnel and resources to optimize department efficiency and effectiveness. In collaboration with the Dean of Student Learning, set annual goals to ensure athletic programs are consistent with institutional priorities; maintain communication with other departments to promote the integration of athletics into the broader educational mission of the college and District. Ensure compliance with college, District, conference, local, state, and federal guidelines as they relate to the Moorpark College Athletic Department, including but not limited to the areas of student/athletes eligibility requirements and gender equity compliance. Disseminate information on and implement rules and guidelines for specific sports; compile, interpret and disseminate information pertaining to NCAA Division I, II, III, and NAIA transfer requirements. Develop and oversee an academic success program for student athletes; monitor student matriculation and graduation. In collaboration with the Counseling Department, ensure optimal counseling and academic planning for student athletes. Coordinate awards programs to recognize the achievements of student athletes. Train, schedule, supervise, and assist in evaluating the work performance of assigned personnel, including head and assistant coaches and staff for all intercollegiate sports. Expand and improve program development through seminars, workshops, and clinics. Provide game management, risk management, and supervision for all Moorpark College intercollegiate home athletic contests; schedule athletic events and secure officials, transportation and personnel necessary for program implementation; work with appropriate personnel to ensure the proper scheduling, maintenance, and use of all athletic facilities. In collaboration with the Dean of Student Learning, develop and monitor program budget. Coordinate athletic fundraising marketing and public relations in compliance with CCCAA (California Community College Athletic Association) and the VCCCD policies. Provide leadership in community and secondary school outreach for program building. Represent the Moorpark College Athletic Department and establish a strong positive presence at the local, regional, state, and national level as an active member and participant in the CCCAA, the Western State Conference, the Southern California Football Association, the Southern California Wrestling Association, the State Community College Organization of Physical Educators, and California Community College Athletic Directors Association. Participate in departmental and college activities that facilitate student learning. Complete related duties associated with full-time faculty employment, such as participation in college governance through committee assignments. Participate as an active member in college-wide and district committees. Perform other duties as assigned. Instructor Duties:

Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students through appropriate assignments and activities in one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional settings. Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate. Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours. Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning in alignment with department, college, and district goals; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record. Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner. Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks, manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with discipline faculty; order instructional materials according to campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery. Participate in curriculum and program development; update syllabi; collaborate with discipline faculty on a regular basis to assess and revise measurable student performance indicators for each course; may provide input into the development of student learning outcomes. Revise and update course content and materials of instruction in accordance with new theory, application, and industry developments within the discipline or area of specialization. Attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and district meetings; may participate in articulation and matriculation related activities. May provide work direction to others. Perform related duties as assigned. E

= Essential Duties Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the

Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook

. Master’s in physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education

OR

Bachelor’s in any of the above

AND

Master’s in any life science, dance, physiology, health education, recreation administration or physical therapy

OR

the equivalent*; OR

possession of an appropriate California Community College Credential. Preferred Qualifications:

Successful experience as an Athletic Director at a high school, community college or four year college/university; or successful athletics experience at a community college or four year college/university (e.g. athletic training, athletic counseling, and/or coaching) Knowledge of 3C2A Constitution and Bylaws Experience with game and event management for athletic events Knowledge of policies and procedures for community college athletic programs Experience in supporting student athlete eligibility and student academic success Experience in cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible athletic community that supports student athletes *EQUIVALENCY The Ventura County Community College District, in its desire to select outstanding faculty members from the largest possible pool of qualified applicants, recognizes the fact that candidates may attain expertise in a discipline through a variety of means. Certain combinations of education, experience and other accomplishments in the field may be judged by the District as equal to the stated minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates whose transcripts do not list the title of their degree exactly as listed above, but feel they possess such equivalent qualifications are encouraged to complete and submit the

Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency

with their application for review by the Districtwide Equivalency Committee. SELECTION PROCESS

A campus hiring committee will review applications and associated materials. The candidates with complete applications and that meet minimum qualifications will be invited to an interview. When completing the application and the supplemental questions, it is important to outline in detail your education, training (classes, seminars, workshops), and experience. APPLICATION PROCEDURE

If you need assistance using the online application system please contact the GovernmentJobs.com applicant support line at (855) 524-5627 between the hours of 6 AM to 5 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. All applicants, including previous and current VCCCD employees, must submit the following documents with their application in order to be considered. Please be aware that the hiring committee will NOT have access to materials kept in District personnel files, such as transcripts, and such materials will not be considered unless they are included in your application packet. All required documents must be submitted by the applicant by the date and time specified on the job posting. Failure to submit these materials may result in disqualification. A completed Ventura County Community College District/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application. Cover Letter: The cover letter must include the following: A) the date, your name, and the position and locations for which you are applying, B) address your sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and C) provide the screening committee with an understanding of how you will contribute as a fully participating member of the VCCCD community. Resume. Letters of recommendation (recommended, not required): If you choose to submit letters of recommendation, they should be uploaded with your application materials. We will not accept confidential letters of recommendation. Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (if applicable): Please see the section titled "Equivalency" under the minimum qualifications above. Complete official or unofficial college/university transcripts: Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred, or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications. Copies of diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. If the qualifying degree has yet to be conferred and you expect to have the degree before you begin employment, you must submit transcripts that state the title of the degree you are working toward obtaining and indicate the anticipated completion date in your response to the associated supplemental question provided during the application process. An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon being hired. Instructors will not be allowed to start working until official transcripts have been received.

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