Mt. San Antonio College
Dean, Library & Learning Resources

May 6, 2008

OVERVIEW:
Reporting to the Vice President of Instruction, the Dean plans, organizes, controls, and directs College-wide instructional operations, activities, programs and services of the Library & Learning Resources division, including:
• Library
• Learning Assistance
• Distance Learning
• Tutorial Services
• Media Services

EXAMPLES OF KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Plan, organize, control and direct College-wide instructional operations, activities, programs, facilities, and services of the Library & Learning Resources division; establish and maintain division timelines and priorities; assure that related activities comply with established standards, requirements, grant specifications, laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures

• Coordinate the development and implementation of division programs, services, plans, strategies, processes, systems, projects, courses, goals, and objectives; coordinate and schedule division programs, courses and other instructional activities

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned faculty and classified staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination, and disciplinary actions; coordinate faculty and staff work assignments and schedules, and review work to assure compliance with established standards, requirements, and procedures

• Administer and monitor instructional programs and courses to assure compliance with established curriculum standards and requirements; direct and participate in the analysis, implementation and enhancement of curriculum standards

• Direct, organize, and control division-wide educational planning and program development in accordance with the missions, goals and objectives of the College and division; monitor schedules, analyze enrollment and adjust courses in response to student needs and available College resources

• Coordinate and direct division communications regarding programs, services, facilities planning, and activities of the division to other administrators, faculty, personnel, businesses, educational institutions, outside organizations, students, the public, and various local, state and federal agencies

• Provide consultation and technical expertise to students, staff, faculty, administrators and others concerning division operations and activities; respond to inquiries and provide detailed and technical information concerning division programs, departments, services, curriculum, courses and related matters; assure proper and timely resolution of student, staff, faculty, and administrative issues, complaints, and conflicts

• Develop and prepare the annual preliminary budget for the instructional operations, activities, department and programs of the division; monitor and analyze division operations, activities, programs and course to determine educational and financial effectiveness and operational efficiency; periodically analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures related to division activities

• Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of records, reports, and files related to programs, services, personnel, students, courses, budgets, and financial activity; assure that mandated reports are submitted appropriately according to established timelines

• Provide technical information and assistance to the Vice President of Instruction regarding instructional services, facilities planning, activities, needs, and issues related to the assigned division

• Attend and conduct various meetings as assigned; serve as a member of the team of instructional administrators; attend and participate in various advisory boards and committees

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Knowledge of:
• College, State, and federal standards and requirements governing college district academic programs
• Curriculum standards and requirements for educational programs within the division
• Principles and practices of effective administration, supervision, evaluation, and training
• Instructional techniques and pedagogy related to assigned instructional departments and courses
• Policies and objectives of academic and vocational activities
• College district organization, operations, policies and objectives
• Principles, practices, procedures and techniques for budget planning, preparation, and control

Skills and Abilities:
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct College-wide instructional operations, programs, and services
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned faculty and classified staff
• Direct the development and implementation of division programs, services, building plans, strategies, processes, systems, projects, and goals
• Direct and participate in the development, analysis, and implementation of curriculum standards
• Monitor, analyze, and direct the development and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures to enhance the educational effectiveness and operational efficiency of the division
• Facilitate cooperative participation of departments, faculty, and staff in division planning functions
• Assure proper and timely resolution of student, faculty, department, program and related issues, complaints and conflicts
• Interpret, apply, and explain laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree
• Five years increasingly responsible experience involving leadership in one or more of the following areas: Distance Learning, Learning Assistance (pre-collegiate), Library, or Tutorial Services
• Teaching experience preferred

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applications received by 4:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 3, 2008 are guaranteed to be reviewed by the selection committee. The position is open until filled. Applicants are required to submit the following on-line:

1. A Mt. San Antonio College on-line application may be completed at http://hrjobs.mtsac.edu; paper applications will no longer be accepted.

2. A cover letter indicating how qualifications and employment standards are met.
3. A detailed résumé that summarizes educational preparation and professional experience for the position.

4. College and university transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application).

5. Three letters of recommendation which reflect current, relevant experience.

Please visit our new user-friendly employment website at http://hrjobs.mtsac.edu to complete and submit your application for this position. All required information must be submitted on-line before the closing date and time as indicated per the job posting. Paper applications will no longer be accepted.

For assistance with the on-line application process, contact the Office of Human Resources at (909) 594-5611, ext. 4225, by e-mail: employment@mtsac.edu or visit us at 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399.

PLEASE NOTE: A confirmation number will be assigned if your application packet has been successfully submitted.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received by the filing deadline. Incomplete packets will not be considered. All application materials must be submitted on-line, will become College property, will not be returned, will not be copied and will be considered for this position only.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
A screening committee will evaluate applicants, taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview. (Costs reimbursed up to $500 per candidate for over 150 miles one-way). Each candidate interviewed will be asked to complete a writing assignment one hour prior to the scheduled interview. The screening committee will recommend finalists to the President/CEO. Preferred beginning date of employment will be on or after August 1, 2008.

*SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary Range: M-21 ($137,221 - $146,450)

The District contributes to medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Lifetime medical benefits are provided for eligible retirees.

*Subject to change.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OPEN, RE-ADVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION.