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Director of Levan Institute for Lifelong Learning (20 hr/12 mo)

Kern Community College District

Director of Levan Institute for Lifelong Learning (20 hr/12 mo)

Kern Community College District

Salary: $56,612.71 - $79,992.27 Annually011

Job Type: Management - Classified Administrator

Job Number: FY25-2600445

Location: Bakersfield College -- Panorama Campus, CA

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Below is our job description for this position. Please also review the Important Instructions & Additional Information section below, which contains valuable information about our application process.

Basic Function

Under the direction of the President of Bakersfield College, the Director of the Levan Institute for Lifelong Learning plans, directs, manages, and oversees the daily activities and operations of the Levan Institute and its lifelong learning classes and programs.

The Director is responsible for implementing the mission of the Institute:Provide educational courses and programs to enrich the lives of people 55 years of age and older residing in the Bakersfield College service area.

This is a part-time position responsible for leadership, program development, fiscal oversight, community engagement, and operational management of the Levan Institute.

Representative Duties

• Provide leadership in developing and implementing policies and procedures to fulfill the mission of the Levan Institute and expand the scope of its activities.

• Plan, develop, and manage the annual operating budget for the Institute.

• Maintain financial and operational records to monitor the fiscal health of the Institute and recommend strategies to ensure continued sustainability and growth.

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and motivate support personnel and instructors.

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, services, and learning opportunities that advance the mission of the Institute and respond to identified community needs and interests.

• Coordinate and schedule semi-annual curriculum review meetings with the Levan Institute Committee.

• Develop and implement course schedules, instructional calendars, and program delivery plans to ensure effective utilization of resources and alignment with participant demand.

• Analyze instructional and personnel costs and develop student fee schedules for courses and programs.

• Develop and communicate instructor compensation schedules.

• Provide assistance, guidance, and support to instructors to ensure quality educational experiences.

• Assess program effectiveness through the analysis of participation, learning outcomes, instructor performance, and stakeholder feedback; implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance program quality.

• Host and coordinate the annual faculty meeting to encourage collaboration, innovation, and community among instructors.

• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with community organizations, businesses, educational institutions, and other stakeholders to expand program offerings, strength community engagement and support institute growth.

• Plan and direct marketing and outreach strategies utilizing print media, online resources, social media, community outreach, and collaboration with College organizations.

• Collaborate with College personnel and external vendors in the creation, maintenance, and management of the Levan Institute website.

• Collaborate with the Bakersfield College Foundation to identify, develop, and support fundraising, sponsorship, grant, and philanthropic opportunities that advance Institute priorities.

• Recruit members for the Levan Institute Committee and chair committee meetings.

• Recommend staffing, budgetary, operational, and programmatic priorities to College leadership based on institutional needs and strategic objectives.

• Represent the Institute and the College at community events, professional organizations, and public meetings.

• Maintain awareness of emerging trends, innovations, and best practices in lifelong learning and adult education.

• Promote a work culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and exemplary levels of service to students, instructors, staff, and community members.

• Prepare and present reports, analyses, recommendations, and strategic planning documents regarding Institute operations, finances, enrollment trends, community impact, and program effectiveness.

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and growth of the Levan Institute.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university

• Five years of progressively responsible experience in educational administration, program management, nonprofit leadership, business management, or related field including at least three years of supervisory experience and responsibility for budget develoopment and administration.

• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of community college students and employees.

Desirable Qualifications:

• A master's degree and experience in higher education teaching, higher education administration, or executive business management

Knowledge & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• The mission of community colleges, particularly California community colleges

• Strong planning, problem solving, and organizational skills

• Basic computer skills including a working familiarity with Word, Excel, PowerPoint or similar programs and social media such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.

Ability to:

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for lifelong learning programs and services

• Plan, organize, and oversee multiple projects and activities simultaneously

• Develop and manage budgets and financial records

• Recruit, supervise, motivate, and evaluate staff and instructors

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with College personnel, community organizations, vendors, and the public

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies

• Analyze operational and instructional costs and make sound recommendations

• Work independently and exercise sound judgment and decision-making

• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports

• Promote an inclusive and collaborative work environment

Important Instructions & Additional Information

Complete applications received by the "assured consideration date" above are guaranteed to be reviewed by Human Resources. If you apply after this date, there is no guarantee that your application will be reviewed. However, we still recommend that you apply because recruitments remain open until filled. The District and/or College reserves the right to extend time limits and/or repost or restart recruitments at any point.

Completed applications must include the following.

• Completed online application for employment

• Current resume

• Letter of interest (cover letter)

• List of 5 (five) professional references (entered in online application)

• Copy of legible transcripts (if required for the position)

It is your responsibility to redact or remove any personally identifiable information from all documents prior to uploading, including Social Security numbers, date of birth, photos, etc.

Equivalency for Minimum Qualifications

Applicants for faculty and educational administrator positions in California Community Colleges are required to meet certain minimum qualifications as provided by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office and detailed in the https://www.cccco.edu/About-Us/Chancellors-Office/Divisions/Educational-Services-and-Support/What-we-do/Educational-Programs-and-Professional-Development/Minimum-Qualifications. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you may still be eligible by completing the KernCCD Application for Equivalence process. Please see our https://www.kccd.edu/human-resources/faculty-minimum-qualifications-equivalency-process.html for more information.

International or Foreign Degrees

Applicants with international or foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

Accommodations

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. (For more information, see our https://www.kccd.edu/about/dei.html.)

Discrimination Free Work Environment

Discrimination based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation of any person, military and veteran status, or the perception that a person has one or more of these characteristics is illegal and violates Kern Community College District policy.

The Kern CCD Equal Employment Opportunity Plan guides the development, implementation, and monitoring of the District's efforts to foster equal employment opportunities and workplace diversity.

See our https://www.kccd.edu/human-resources/discrimination-free-work-environment.html for more information.

Work Authorization

Kern Community College District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

E-Verify

The Kern Community College District participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit http://www.e-verify.gov/.

Helpful Links

http://kccd.edu

https://www.kccd.edu/human-resources/salary-schedules.html

https://www.kccd.edu/human-resources/job-descriptions.html

https://www.kccd.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

https://www.kccd.edu/human-resources/faculty-minimum-qualifications-equivalency-process.html

All applicants must apply online at https://apptrkr.com/7280570. Emails will not be accepted.

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