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Position Information Position Title Interim Director, Disability Resources Department Disability Resource Center Location San Marcos Full or Part Time Full-Time Category Administrative Hours per week Exempt Position Number of Months 12 month Work Schedule Exempt Position Grade 66 Salary/Wage $10, (step 1) – $13, (step 5). Step placement may be negotiable dependent upon education and experience. Administrators that possess earned doctorates from accredited institutions are awarded an annual stipend of $1, Salary/Wage Frequency Monthly Benefits In addition​ to a competitive compensation structure, Palomar College​ also offers an extremely generous benefits package.

Insurance fully paid for employees and their eligible dependents: four medical plans, dental HMO, and the vision plan (additional plans are available that require employee buy up/monthly contribution) Vacation, sick leave and 25 paid holidays $80,000 employee term life​/accident insurance policy (additional buy up options available) Employee long-term care insurance Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) – Free counseling, financial, legal, personal and professional development resources Additional buy up options available for other voluntary insurance benefits Enrollment in CalSTRS (California State Teachers Retirement System)

The estimated maximum value of this employer-paid benefits​ package is approximately $41,360 annually. Primary Function Responsible for performing educational administrator responsibilities related to planning, organizing and directing services for students with disabilities while ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and College laws, statutes, policies and regulations pertaining to students with disabilities. Minimum Qualifications To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications: Experience: . Must meet both of the sets of qualifications under (a) and (b) below.

(a) Five years of full-time equivalent experience working with individuals with disabilities in an educational setting, including two years of management or supervisory experience.

(b) Two years of full-time equivalent experience within the last four years in one or more of the following fields listed in (1) through (4) below:

(1) Instruction or counseling or both in a higher education program for students with disabilities.

(2) Administration of a program for students with disabilities in an institution of higher education.

(3) Teaching, counseling or administration in secondary education working predominantly or exclusively in programs for students with disabilities.

(4) Administrative or supervisory experience in industry, government, public agencies, the military, or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively related to persons with disabilities.

Note: For work experience, a “year” is defined as equivalent to 40 hours per week for 12 months. Supervisory experience must be at a professional level ( evaluation and/or discipline of staff AND Education: Master’s degree n counseling, rehabilitation counseling, special education, psychology, social work, or a related field. Only coursework completed at, and degrees awarded by, accredited institutions recognized by the Department of Education will be considered as satisfying the minimum qualifications. Coursework and degrees that are completed outside of the United States are required to have transcripts evaluated (evaluation to equivalency and a course by course analysis) by an appropriate credentials evaluation service. For a list of credentials evaluation agencies accepted by Palomar College, visit the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) website at , or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) website at . Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Antiracism (DEIAA) Statement Palomar College serves over 30,000 students from a variety of backgrounds and we are proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our student body is rich in its diversity. .

Palomar College is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and antiracism (DEIAA). We are dedicated to empowering students to succeed and are guided by our core values; some of which are the following:

Access – We make education possible for everyone. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We recognize and respect diversity, seek to foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, and strive to address inequities. All positions require cultural competency which includes the sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff. Preferred Qualifications Leadership experience in a community college setting, preferably in California.

Experience working with students with disabilities in a community college setting.

Experience collecting and submitting accurate data such as data related to Management Information Systems (MIS).

Experience with state reporting and requirements such as Student Services Automated Reporting for Community Colleges (SSARCC).

Experience supervising faculty and staff. Licenses and/or Certificates N/A Supervision Received and Exercised Supervision Received From: Dean, Counseling Services Supervision Given: Faculty, classified, hourly, and volunteer staff in the Disability Resource Center Duties and Responsibilities Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Performs full supervisory activities, subject to management concurrence and in accordance with applicable College policies, which includes: selecting and training new employees; planning, assigning, scheduling, and evaluating completed work; approving overtime/compensatory time; preparing and signing employee performance evaluations; recommending salary reclassifications; responding to grievances and taking appropriate disciplinary action; and performing related supervisory activities.

2. Plans, organizes, directs, and controls the activities, services, and operations of the department; establishes, implements, and enforces departmental goals and objectives. 3. Interprets, applies, and assures compliance with applicable laws, codes and regulations; remains current on applicable legislative decisions and developments. 4. Prepares, submits, and monitors the annual budget for the assigned department; researches and approves expenditures for services, supplies, and equipment in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols; solicits and evaluates funding options and requirements; prepares related budgetary and financial reports. 5. Provides for diagnostic assessment of learning disabilities; determines eligibility for support services and provides specialized advisement to students with disabilities as needed. 6. Develops and formulates program goals and objectives as well as office policies and procedures to assure optimum efficiency; monitors expenditures and assures the maintenance of adequate audit trails. 7. Assures compliance with State and Federal laws, mandates, and regulations applicable to educational opportunities and accessibility for students with disabilities. 8. Assists in training the College’s Americans with Disabilities Act Officer regarding accommodation provisions for students with disabilities; reviews denials of requested academic accommodations in accordance with District procedures. 9. Directs and evaluates interpretation function operations to assure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and codes. 10. Communicates with District personnel and representatives of government agencies and professional organizations to coordinate services, refer students with disabilities and exchange technical information. 11. Oversees and participates in the preparation of comprehensive and detailed reports related to the operational, budgetary, and service activities for students with disabilities. 12. Develops Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs), Service Area Outcomes (SAOs), and Program Review Plans (PRPs) for the Disability Resource Center; monitors assessment of outcomes and develops plans of action for improvement based on the assessment of the outcomes and in accordance with program and District goals and objectives. 13. Oversees the Adaptive Computer Center for students with disabilities including instructional classes. 14. Oversees the Disability Resource Center instructional program, including curriculum development and review. 15. Directs the maintenance of a variety of records and files regarding services provided, student progress, program budgeting and personnel. Marginal Functions: 1. Participates in/on a variety of committees, task forces, boards, meetings, and/or other related groups in order to receive and/or convey information. 2. Participates in shared governance through service on planning and/or operations committees and task forces. 3. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of:

1. Managerial principles and practices.

2. Federal, State, local and District laws, regulations and policies governing individuals with disabilities.

3. Populations of individuals with disabilities.

4. Automated financial systems.

5. MIS reporting systems.

6. Disability classifications and characteristics.

7. Academic and vocational counseling principles and practices.

8. Resources for individuals with disabilities.

9. Curriculum development processes and procedures.

10. Assistive technologies.

11. Post-secondary special education programs.

12. Adaptive physical education principles.

13. Basic research methods and report writing techniques.

14. Budgeting principles and practices.

15. Public relations principles, including the use of tact, patience, and courtesy.

16. Community college organization, operations, policies, and objectives.

Skill in:

1. Supervising, training and directing the work of others. 2. Utilizing a computer and related software applications. 3. Analyzing and troubleshooting difficult situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action. 4. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 5. Developing, administering, and maintaining program budget. 6. Interpreting complex data and information.

7. Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

8. Mediating difficult and/or hostile situations.

9. Effectively responding to all situations/incidents using sound judgment and decision-making skills.

10. Compiling and organizing data from a variety of sources.

11. Maintaining accurate and complete records.

12. Maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion.

13. Planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the activities, services, and operations of the Disability Resource Center.

14. Providing technical expertise and guidance to District administrators concerning matters related to students with disabilities.

15. Working with individuals with disabilities to resolve a variety of issues raised by them.

16. Providing counseling and advisement services to students with disabilities.

17. Working independently with little direction.

18. Maintaining accurate and complete records. Working Conditions Environmental Conditions: Office environment; exposure to computer screens, noise and electrical energy; extensive contact with faculty, staff, and students. Physical Conditions: Essential and marginal functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for ambulating for extended periods of time Terms of Employment This is a 2-year interim assignment (pursuant to Title 5, § 53021, “provided however, that no interim appointment or series of interim appointments exceeds two years in duration”) and is scheduled to begin on January 2, 2023 pending Governing Board approval. This position is specially-funded and its continuation is dependent upon the availability and/or continuation of funds. Posting Detail Information Open Date 09/18/2023 Close Date 10/09/2023 Open Until Filled No Posting Number P0865P Additional Application Information The hiring committee will decide if interviews will be conducted in person at the College or via Zoom. Travel expenses for first-level interviews are not reimbursed by the College. Second-level travel reimbursement is only available for eligible candidates. HR will notify those who are eligible when second-level interviews are scheduled. Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How would your experience, training, and/or knowledge of antiracism assist you in achieving the goals of this position? (Open Ended Question)

* How did you hear about this employment opportunity? CalJOBS CCC Registry (Chronicle of Higher Education) Colleague/Friend/Relative CraigsList EdJoin Human Resources at Palomar College Job Fair Other Source Palomar College website San Diego LGBT Job Board ( If other source, please specify. (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

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