Salary Range: Grade N: $77,287.10 - $93,945.87/year

Job Type:

Job Number: CL22-00478

Location: Santa Ana, CA

Division:

Closing: Continuous

Job Description

ABOUT RANCHO SANTIAGO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is one of the most established districts in the state and has been in operation for nearly 50 years. Located in the heart of Orange County, it is one of the largest of California's 72 community college districts, based on the number of credit and non-credit students. RSCCD encompasses 25 percent of Orange County's total area and serves a population of more than 700,000 residents in the communities of Anaheim Hills, Orange, Santa Ana, Villa Park, and portions of Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Tustin, and Yorba Linda. The District includes Santiago Canyon College and Santa Ana College, as well as the Centennial and Orange Continuing Education Centers, the Digital Media Center, Joint Powers Fire Training Center, the Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Academy, the College and Workforce Preparation Center, and the District Operations Center. RSCCD's three (3) auxiliary Foundations are actively involved in supporting both community and campus programs.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Management Fellow innovates, delivers, and collaborates on a wide variety of complex and challenging projects and assignments. The Management Fellow must be skilled in the techniques of research and ability to plan, develop and recommend strategic change and must be flexible in their approach to new ideas, for the solution of increasingly complex problems related to District-wide or departmental programs. The Management Fellow must have strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with departmental management, representatives of other functional areas, external agencies, and members of the public. The Management Fellow reports and performs their duties under general supervision from their assigned manager/administrator and may direct the work of hourly employees and staff.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Plans and conducts studies of major departmental programs, operations, and administration to determine their effectiveness and the need for modification or changes in policies and procedures.
• Views existing operational policies and procedures for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and the goals of the department.
• Analyzes and makes recommendations for the solution of problems related to District wide or departmental programs or administration.
• May serve as a project manager or team leader of special projects.
• Plans, directs and reviews the work of staff assigned to the project.
• Prepares or directs the preparation of narrative and statistical reports on various problem areas.
• Develops and recommends new and innovative strategies and ways to resolve the problems.
• Participates in Fellowship training sessions and conferences.
• May serve as a consultant or adviser to management on matters within a specialized area of expertise.
• Analyzes trends and forecasts and makes recommendations to management for long-range planning.
• Serves on various departmental committees or represents the administrator at meetings, hearings, and conferences of various boards, commissions, and agencies as designated.
• Prepares reports for management that reflect performance and statistical data.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of:

• Project management skills, the ability to track and manage complex processes, and a desire to lead multiple teams and multiple projects.
• Principles, practices, and techniques used in the analysis, evaluation, design, planning, and management of comprehensive programs.
• Intersectional knowledge of diversity, inclusion, belonging, equity, antiracism, and equal opportunity.
• High degree of business insight; results-oriented with an ability to work independently.
• Strategies for identifying and building cross-functional partnerships to understand challenges.
• Modern office practices, software, and procedures.

Ability to:

• Demonstrate ongoing curiosity and creativity, balanced with the ability to distill numerous inputs/ideas into meaningful actions and recommendations.
• Exhibit independent analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions, evaluate outcomes, and challenge conventional wisdom.
• Provide support in a multi-stakeholder organization across multiple locations.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain complex laws, contract language, rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to define, influence, refine and implement processes, procedures, and policies.
• Display independent analytical capabilities and a process improvement mentality.
• Collaborate in both small teams and large, cross-functional environments.
• Gather and analyze data, reason logically, and draw valid conclusions.
• Analyze situations and make appropriate decisions and/or recommendations.
• Clearly communicate ideas and recommendations.
• Write and provide comprehensive reports clearly and concisely.
• Work with and provide direction to other employees in the completion of the day-to-day work.
• Excel in an ever-changing environment using an ambitious mindset.

Job Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution.

EEO STATEMENT
The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is committed to the concept and principles of staff diversity and equal employment opportunity by prohibiting discrimination based on ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), marital status, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services, 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. Applications from all persons interested in the position are encouraged. SELECTION CRITERIA Application ScreeningIn addition to the requirements and responsibilities listed, the following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for interviews:

• Education experience (breadth and depth)
• Work experience (breadth and depth)
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Program development
• Community involvement
• Demonstrated experience in working with a diverse socio-economic community
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others

Based on the information presented in the application materials, a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a written test and an oral interview. Meeting the position's minimum requirements does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements and are deemed the most competitive in the applicant pool. InterviewApplicants selected for an interview may be required to take additional tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior to the interview date. During the oral session, those selected for interviews will, in addition to the above, also be evaluated on the following factors:

• Oral communication skills
• Presentation
• Problem-solving skills
• Successful teaching, problem-solving, or performance demonstration
• Writing skills/demonstration

A predetermined set of questions will be asked of all applicants interviewed. Applicants are requested to provide thorough yet concise information on their related experience to ensure the correct evaluation of their qualifications. Evaluation criteria will be applied consistently to all applicants. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants should contact Recruitment in the Human Resources Office for assistance. Application ProcedureThis assignment is open until filled. Applications will automatically refer to the hiring administrator as soon as the applications are submitted while the Recruitment is open "Continuously." To ensure full consideration, all applicants must submit a complete online Rancho Santiago Community College District Online application that includes the items listed below. Only complete application packets will be considered for further review.
A Complete Application Packet Must Include the Following:

• RSCCD Online Application
• Resume - details all relevant education, training, and other work experience
• Academic Transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted)
• List of References (at least 3)

Foreign Transcripts: Education completed outside of the United States must be equivalent to that gained in the conventional/accredited United States education programs to be considered for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), a United States-based credentials evaluation service, must translate and evaluate Foreign transcripts. Conditions of EmploymentSelected candidate(s) is required to complete the following prior to employment as part of the onboarding process:

• Submit official transcripts - Based on Minimum Qualifications
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States (by in-person appointment in People & Culture)
• Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis Exam
• Fingerprints (by a Live Scan Agency at the candidate's expense, and clearance must be received before the first day of employment)

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/rsccd/jobs/3805801/management-fellow

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