Oxnard College President Search

Description

Under the direction of the Chancellor, the President serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the college, oversees the academic and student services functions for the college, ensures sound fiscal and facilities management, and implements statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures in consideration of the mission of the district and college.  

Representative Duties

Plan and develop the overall academic direction for the college in conjunction with the Chancellor; plan and recommend the instructional and student services programs, college budget, and the organizational structure of the college; collaborate with district and college staff with regard to the strategic planning of short and long range goals and objectives, management of facilities, policy development, and resource allocation.

Administer the overall development, evaluation, and improvement of the college curriculum and student services programs, services, and activities based on effective research and analysis; oversee the collaboration of instructional and student services managers to provide and enhance a student-centered model of education.

Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the activities of the college pursuant to the mission of the district and college and the goals and objectives as set forth by the Board of Trustees; report on college achievement of district and college goals.

Provide leadership for sound fiscal planning in the development and management of the institution’s budget and externally funded initiatives; plan resource allocations for facilities, equipment, and technologies that support the mission and goals of the college and district.

Conduct administrative staff meetings and councils; provide guidance to and receive advice from faculty organizations on matters relating to the instructional and student services programs and staff.

Establish and facilitate communication between the college, students, communities, businesses, and district; provide leadership for the development of outreach activities and partnerships that strengthen college viability; represent the college at meetings of the Board of Trustees, district cabinet, district planning activities in the community, and as appropriate at regional, state, and national conferences; ensure the visibility of the college within the community by promoting its accomplishments and developing appropriate marketing strategies.

Recommend the selection, retention, promotion, and termination of college personnel; provide staffing recommendations in compliance with equal employment opportunity principles and guidelines; lead and coordinate innovative efforts for staff development and the improvement of instructional and student services programs.

Coordinate projects and activities related to program and college accreditation, articulation, and matriculation.

Provide for the safety of students, staff, and the general public at the college; support the implementation of safety training programs and services for students and staff; oversee college facilities to ensure they are functional, energy-efficient, and safe.

Work cooperatively with the Academic and Classified Senates and Associated Students through a participatory governance process.

Make recommendations and decisions regarding curricula and courses in consideration of input from the Academic Senate and college management; involve staff in the development and continuous appraisal of the general philosophy and specific objectives of the college; coordinate a system of evaluation that appraises the effectiveness of programs and personnel.

Encourage development of a campus climate that will motivate students and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a master’s degree; and
• One year of formal training, internship or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator’s administrative assignment.

Challenges and Opportunities

Oxnard College is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), and the next College President will continue to advance the College by successfully addressing the following:

Student-Centered Servingness

Beyond merely enrolling, Oxnard College aims to meet students where they are, providing culturally responsive services that affirm their identities and leverage their strengths to help them reach their goals.

• Identify and serve new student populations through focused outreach, mentorship initiatives, innovative programs, technology, and partnerships.
• Collaborate with faculty, classified professionals, and students to strengthen strategic enrollment management, expand student access, increase retention and student attainment.
• Reduce equity gaps by creating a sense of belonging, developing a culture of inquiry, and making data driven decisions.
• Build relationships with employees, foster unity, and increase the retention of dedicated and accomplished administrators, faculty, and classified professionals.
• Retain and develop a strong and diverse leadership team to best represent our students and community.  Hire and retain faculty and classified professionals from historically marginalized populations. 
• Position Oxnard College as a leader of diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism through programs and services that support recruitment and success for historically marginalized populations.

Strategic Partnerships

• Position Oxnard College as a student-centered regional leader, strengthening alliances with local business and industry, school districts, universities, elected officials, and community stakeholders to meet educational, cultural, workforce and economic opportunities.
• Serve as a visible and passionate champion for Oxnard College by communicating the value of Oxnard College, advocating for resources, and actively engaging with all constituents and communities.
• Develop strategic partnerships with local workforce leaders to develop and align classes and programs to meet the interests of students and the needs of regional businesses in emerging industry sectors.
• Contribute to shaping the vision of the District’s future in a multi-college setting, including collaborating and advocating in a creative and respectful manner

Vision and Innovation

• Provide strong leadership with a focus on advancing and maintaining educational quality, access, and student success. This includes building enrollments and outreach efforts, as well as aligning the delivery modalities of instructional and support services to better meet the needs of the students and communities that the college serves.
• Ensure that facilities align with the Educational Master Plan in order to meet the needs of all students and employees.
• Provide astute fiscal and enrollment management oversight while coping with challenging financial issues.
• Prepare for emerging technologies to support the academic and career needs of students and communities that the college serves.
• Implement strategies that address disproportionate impacts in enrollment, course success and student retention to increase the number of students acquiring degrees and certificates, achieving transfer, and becoming employed in their field of study.

Ideal Characteristics

• A culturally responsive leader with an evidence-based commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism who delivers measurable institutional and community outcomes. Demonstrates impactful experience working with marginalized communities.
• A strategic, results-oriented leader who recognizes and creates opportunities.  Demonstrates a track record of setting measurable goals, assessing progress, and using data to make informed decisions that benefit students.
• A deep commitment to the mission of California community colleges in improving the quality of life and the economic well-being of the communities they serve. Willingness to make a long-term commitment to the college and invest in its success. 
• Ability to build a shared college-wide vision with all constituents and inspire an urgency to enthusiastically pursue it. 
• Effective communication and responsive listening skills with sensitivity to the needs of the college, encouraging trust, mutual respect, and collegiality.  Demonstrated ability to identify and remove institutional barriers.
• Commitment to inclusive participatory governance and collective bargaining practices. Values the contribution of faculty and other constituent groups in the decision-making process, as provided by AB 1725 and modern leadership practices.
• Evidence of actively connecting with students and building a climate that encourages student engagement.
• Demonstrated achievement in providing for the whole student, promoting student enrollment, engagement, success, equity, retention, and well-being. An advocate for all students, including those from historically marginalized populations.
• An inspiring, compassionate leader who models empathy, engages in cultural humility, accepts constructive feedback, and listens deeply to differing perspectives.
• An open, honest, fair, and transparent leader who promotes a culture of trust and respect across all employee groups. 
• Experience in building, maintaining, and growing public and private partnerships.
• An entrepreneurial leader with a successful track record of resource development.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple competing interests and the limited resources to fulfill those demands.
• Supports a culture of reflection and accountability in service of student success.

Salary Range

$239,208 - $280,668 Annually

How to Apply

This is a confidential search process. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than January 12, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

To apply go to https://acctsearches.org/president-oxnard-college-vcccd-ca/ and upload your documents.

Candidates will need to have the following information or materials available to complete the application:

1. A letter of application (not to exceed 5 pages) that succinctly addresses the opportunities and challenges identified in the Position Profile and demonstrates how the candidate’s experience and professional qualifications prepare them to serve as the President of Oxnard College.
2. A current resume including an email address and cellular telephone number.
3. A list of eight references: example, two to three supervisors, two to three direct reports, and two to three faculty and/or staff members from current and former institutions.

For additional information, nominations, or confidential inquiries please contact:

• Julie Golder, J.D., Vice President of Search Services, ACCT, jgolder@acct.org, or (202) 775-4466 (office)

*An ACCT Search*

Screening Process

The selection committee will review and screen all applications.  The committee will invite the most qualified applicants to an initial interview. Following the initial interview, the Chancellor will interview the candidates recommended by the selection committee for final consideration.

Applicants with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process must inform the Human Resources Department, in writing, of the need for a reasonable accommodation no later than the application deadline. The request should include a description of the type and extent of the accommodation requested.  Requests for accommodation must be sent to:

Andrea Barrera Ingley, Director of Employment Services/Personnel Commission
Email: aingley@vcccd.edu

The Ventura County Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the District’s policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment have full and equal access to employment opportunity and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, veteran status, medical condition, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Ventura County is located on the beautiful California coast. Our Mediterranean climate is often described as the best in the world with average annual temperatures in the mid-70s. Ventura County’s mountains, valleys and seashores give the area six different micro-climates, more than any other county in the nation. It is the gateway to Channel Islands National Park, one of only four designated national marine sanctuaries composed of five islands located just a few miles off the coast. The county has a diverse population with approximately 800,000 residents including 10 incorporated cities (Camarillo, Fillmore, Moorpark, Ojai, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Ventura, Santa Paula, Simi Valley and Thousand Oaks) as well as unincorporated areas.

Reflecting our community’s demographics, Oxnard College’s student body has historically consisted of approximately 70% Hispanic students. We are passionate about supporting these students with high-quality resources so that they can succeed in their pursuit of higher education. Additionally, our decades of experience as a Hispanic-Serving Institution equips us with the resources and knowledge to equitably support students from other underserved and marginalized communities. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, Oxnard College is always improving and enhancing our services in order to better serve our community. This important work extends well beyond our campus, reaching throughout Ventura County and across the nation. We are proud to play a role in this impactful work. ¡Si Se Puede!