DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH, PLANNING, AND ACCREDITATION. [Back to all jobs] Posted on 9/16/2015. Assistant Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness

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1 DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH, PLANNING, AND ACCREDITATION [Back to all jobs] Posted on 9/16/2015 Job type Reports to Full-time Assistant Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness Reports in office Instruction Application due date 10/30/2015 Job start date By January 4, 2016 City Mission Viejo State/Province California Institution Saddleback College Institution description Saddleback College has been the first choice for higher education and training in South Orange County since Our more than 500,000 alumni can attest to the quality of our academic and career training programs that enable students to successfully achieve their educational, professional, and personal goals. Our rich academic traditions and strong reputation make Saddleback College an ideal place for students seeking associate degrees and certificates, transferring to four-year colleges and universities, preparing for the workforce, or pursuing lifelong learning opportunities. Saddleback College is fully accredited, offering over 300 associate degrees, certificates, and occupational skills awards in 190 program areas taught by a faculty renowned for its expertise, experience, and commitment to student success. Study abroad, cooperative work experience, online learning, and honors are just some of the additional programs we offer for a well-rounded educational experience. Job duties This position provides leadership to plan, conducts and presents research and analysis of institutional data related to the development, assessment, and effectiveness of college programs, services, and activities; provides a variety of complex decision-making and strategic planning support to the President of the College or designees; assists the College Accreditation Liaison Officer by providing research, analysis, and organizational support for accreditation, including the comprehensive self-study; organizes, coordinates and monitors implementation of accreditation planning agendas and recommendations; articulates accreditation activities with the District as necessary; and provides regular progress reports to the college and administration.

2 The incumbent is expected to foster a culture of collaboration, mutual respect, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout the District; lead by example; actively participate in and support District-wide participatory governance components and activities and other collaborative processes; encourage professional excellence among the staff and promote an organizational culture of customer service, innovation, and quality services. Qualifications Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education: An earned master s degree from an accredited college or university in a research-oriented discipline or related field that demonstrates applications related to planning, research and accreditation; and qualifications to teach in an academic discipline in higher education. Experience: At least five years increasingly responsible experience in the following: research design, statistical methods (qualitative and quantitative), data inference, data analysis (using statistical software), report writing, presentation of information, participatory governance, strategic planning and accreditation practices, including at least one year of supervisory and public contact experience. Salary range $100,000 and Higher Salary benefits Academic administrator range 19 $110,940 to $156,096 per year. Salary placement in the salary range will be based upon comparable experience and qualification. The District provides California State Teachers Retirement System (STRS), and offers a comprehensive package including holidays, sick, vacation, and personal necessity time; and, insurance benefits which include medical and dental insurance, a vision-care plan, life insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, a long-term disability income-protection plan, and a legal plan. All premiums are fully paid by the District.s; increases are given annually thereafter up to highest step. Application procedure The application is online at A minimum of three (3) references with contact information (phone and address) to be entered on the application, which include current or past supervisor, are highly desired. References will not be checked until after second level interviews. Applicant bears the sole responsibility for ensuring that the application package is complete when submitted. Do not state See Resume on District application.

3 A minimum of one (1) current letter of recommendation from an individual(s) familiar with the applicant s administrative abilities is required. Application materials that are complete and received by the initial screening date (Oct, 30) will be reviewed by a hiring committee. A limited number of applicants will be invited to the District for an initial interview. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview. NOTE: Submit transcripts which show how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for this position and the date the degree was awarded. Non-U.S. transcripts must include a certified U.S. evaluation with translation (i.e. NACES agency at this website) at the time of application. The South Orange County Community College District does NOT sponsor foreign visas

4 South Orange County Community College District is a multi-college district encompassing Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, Irvine Valley College in Irvine, and a new developing campus, the Advanced Technology & Education Park in Tustin. The District is governed by a seven-member elected Board of Trustees. The chief executive officer is the Chancellor, to whom the College Presidents report. Located between Los Angeles and San Diego, the district s 382-square-mile service area comprises the southern half of Orange County, one of California s most scenic and rapidly growing regions. Founded in 1968, Saddleback College is one of the largest of California s 112 community colleges with a student population of approximately 40,000 students annually. Fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Saddleback College is a comprehensive two-year institution offering over 300 associate degrees, certificates and occupational skills awards in 190 programs taught by a faculty renowned for its expertise and experience. The student population varies widely, from those preparing for university transfer and employment to others who are upgrading their technical skills. Saddleback College offers classes on its 200-acre hillside campus and at approximately 40 community sites. Selection Procedure A screening committee will review application materials and a limited number of applicants will be invited to the District for an initial interview. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview. NOTICE TO ALL CANDIDATES FOR EMPLOYMENT: The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law , requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. Director of Research, Planning & Accreditation Academic Administrator Open Until Filled Initial Screening: October 30, 2015 Applications and Job Description Online application, information, instructions, and complete Job Description are available on the District Job Opportunities website at: Inquiries should be addressed to: Office of Human Resources South Orange County Community College District Marguerite Parkway Mission Viejo, CA (949) or hrinfodesk@socccd.edu Saddleback College s award-winning academic programs are augmented by superior student services. Saddleback College also supports a full range of intercollegiate athletics teams, many of which have earned state and national titles. Participatory governance is emphasized at Saddleback College. The College President, Deans, and administrators stress broad participation, and governance organizations such as the Academic Senate and Classified Senate play major roles in the collegial process. DofRPandA_3_9.5.indd 1 Board of Trustees Barbara J. Jay, Timothy Jemal, David B. Lang, Marcia Milchiker, T.J. Prendergast III, Terri Whitt, James R. Wright, Lemar Momand, Student Member Gary L. Poertner, Chancellor Saddleback College Dr. Tod A. Burnett, President South Orange County Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. 9/16/15 8:37 AM

5 DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH, PLANNING and ACCREDITATION Saddleback college (ID# P /5511) Duties and Responsibilities Under the general direction of the President or designee, the Director of Research, Planning, and Accreditation s responsibility is to: provide leadership to plan, conduct and present research and analysis of institutional data related to the development, assessment, and effectiveness of college programs, services, and activities; provide complex decision-making and strategic planning support to the President of the College or designees; assist the College Accreditation Liaison Officer by providing research, analysis, and organizational support for accreditation, including the comprehensive self-study; organize, coordinate and monitor implementation of accreditation planning agendas and recommendations; articulate accreditation activities with the District as necessary; and provide regular progress reports to the college and administration; foster a culture of collaboration, mutual respect, innovation, and continuous improvement throughout the District; lead by example; actively participate in and support District-wide participatory governance components; encourage professional excellence among the staff and promote an organizational culture of customer service, innovation, and quality services. The Director exercises functional and technical supervision over professional, technical and classified staff as assigned. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plan, organize, control, conduct and direct operations and activities involved in the research, review, analysis, interpretation and reporting of a variety data and information used in assessing institutional effectiveness, planning, accreditation and decision-making, and determining implications of practices, policies, measures and procedures. Train, guide, supervise, support and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; delegate and review assignments and projects; evaluate work products and results; establish and monitor timelines and prioritize work; interview, select and recommend hiring of employees; recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary action; motivate staff and resolve conflicts within the group. Develop, organize, facilitate, implement, review and evaluate a comprehensive, integrated and collaborative strategic planning process for the college; communicate the changing expectations, trends and needs of educational preparation effectively to college personnel. Coordinate research efforts related to strategic planning and activities related to institutional effectiveness, including the Institutional Effectiveness Annual Report, program review, matriculation, and validation of placement testing. Minimum Qualifications Educational and Experience Guidelines Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Educational Background An earned master s degree from an accredited college or university in a research-oriented discipline or related field that demonstrates applications related to planning, research and accreditation. Qualifications to teach in an academic discipline in higher education. Experience Required At least five years increasingly responsible experience in the following: research design, statistical methods (qualitative and quantitative), data inference, data analysis (using statistical software), report writing, presentation of information, participatory governance, strategic planning and accreditation practices. At least one year of supervisory and public contact experience. Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: The Director is paid at Range 19 on the Academic/Classified Administrators and Classified Managers Salary Schedule ($110,484 to $156,096). Salary placement in the salary range will be based upon comparable experience and qualifications. Benefits: The District provides California State Teachers Retirement system (STRS), and offers a comprehensive package including holidays, sick, vacation, and personal necessity time; and, insurance benefits which include medical and dental insurance, a vision care plan, life insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, a long-term disability income protection plan, and a legal plan. All premiums are fully paid by the District. Administrators are provided 24 days of paid vacation leave per year. Application Procedure To be considered an applicant for this position, the following materials must be submitted: A fully completed South Orange County Community College District application. A resume that summarizes educational preparation and professional experience for the position. Academic transcripts of qualifying degree with conferred date unofficial transcripts are acceptable at this time.official transcripts will be required within three working days of employment. NOTE: Non-U.S. transcripts must include a certified U.S evaluation with translation (e.g. NACES agency: at the time of application. A minimum of three (3) references with contact information (phone number and address) to be entered on the application,which include current or past supervisor, are highly desired. A minimum of one (1) current letter of recommendation from individual(s) familiar with the applicant s administrative abilities is required. Federal law requires every new employee to present documentation showing eligibility to work in the U.S. SOCCCD does not sponsor employment Visas. Applicant bears the sole responsibility for ensuring that the application package is complete when submitted. Do not state See Resume on District application. All application materials must reference the position #P /5511 and may be attached online, faxed to (949) , mailed via U.S. Mail under separate cover, or hand delivered to the District offices. Deadline Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however for guaranteed consideration,completed applications and supporting documents must be received by Friday, October 30, Incomplete application packages will not be considered. All submitted materials become the property of the South Orange County Community College District, will not be returned or copied, and will be considered for this position only. To complete an application and to view a full job description and list of duties, please visit the district s job site at: DofRPandA_3_9.5.indd 2 9/16/15 8:37 AM