VICE PRESIDENT FOR HUMAN RESOURCES

SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGEVICE PRESIDENT FOR HUMAN RESOURCESUnder the direction of the Superintendent/President, the Vice President for Human Resources is responsible for the overall planning, supervision and coordination of the District’s Human Resources office, which includes all personnel, labor negotiations, equal employment opportunity programs, health and welfare programs, and other related operations, programs and functions. Provide administrative leadership for the Human Resources office including oversight and direct involvement in recruitment and selection procedures, employee discipline, EEO, classified/academic/administrative evaluations, reclassification, employee grievances, complaints and investigations, and related functions.Serve as the District’s Chief Negotiator in contract negotiations with California School Employees’ Association and Southwestern College Education Association, and participate in the meet and confer process.Advise the Superintendent/President on personnel matters including hiring, termination and non-renewals.Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college employees and students. Demonstrate knowledge in Human Resources functions and operations including state and federal laws.ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative leadership and supervise implementation of the District’s objectives and operational goals related to the instructional programs and student success.Provide training and direction to administrators and supervisors in interpreting and compliance with negotiated employer/employee agreements.Provide competent leadership in disciplinary actions and grievance resolution.Responsible for development and implementation of plans, policies and procedures for Southwestern College programs.Oversee the preparation of materials and reports for the Board of Trustees, including Board agenda items.Demonstrate knowledge and expertise in interpretation of contracts.RequirementsAn earned Master’s Degree in any academic area, OR the equivalent OR possession of a valid California Community College Supervisor Credential. A minimum of one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator’s administrative assignment.Desired QualificationsEarned doctorate from an accredited institution is desirable or a master’s degree with major experience in personnel management.Five (5) years increasingly responsible administrative experience, including managerial and supervisory experience in an academic setting. Experience in collective bargaining and administration, including discipline and grievance resolution is preferred. Knowledge of California and federal laws and regulations related to education in general and community colleges specifically. Experience developing institutional policies and implementing procedures related to Human Resources, equal employment opportunity, and other related issues. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally. Ability to conduct effective investigations, including presentation of findings to the Governing Board, hearing officers, and mediators. Demonstrated experience in performing administrative responsibilities which ensure accurate, timely and professional responses by Human Resources to the District staff and community. Experience making public presentations. Ability to demonstrate understanding of and/or experience in the global marketplace, specifically the U.S./Mexico and Pacific Rim Regions.SALARY & BENEFITS:The salary, fringe benefit package, length of contract, and other terms and conditions of employment will be competitive, negotiated with the Board of Trustees, and commensurate with the candidate’s background and experience.STARTING DATE:As soon as successful applicant is identified.APPLICATION DEADLINE:Open until filled; First screening review of applications begins after August 31, 2008.INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS ARE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT.To apply, visit the college website at www.swccd.edu EOECopyright ©2008  Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency