Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) is committed to meeting the educational goals of its students in an inclusive environment that promotes intellectual growth and develops human potential. We are the leader in equitable education that transforms the lives of students and communities.

SWCCD employees are collegial and collaborative. They demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and respect when interacting with students, colleagues, leadership and members of the Jaguar community. Our employees actively honor and respect diversity to foster a safe and welcoming community where all are inspired to participate and realize a sense of belonging.

Incumbents exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, manages and provides administrative direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the Districts Enterprise Services including the Book Store, Food Service, Facility Leasing, Health First Fitness Center, and Event Planning; plan and direct activities of the Districts Enterprise Services to ensure the delivery of exceptional services, superior quality customer service, and financially sustainable operations for the campus community; coordinates assigned activities with other District departments, divisions, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among District departments and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the Vice President of Business and Financial Affairs and other District administrative staff in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives administrative direction from the Vice President of Business and Financial Affairs. Exercises general direction and supervision over supervisory, technical, and clerical staff directly and through subordinate levels of supervision. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a Department Director classification that oversees, directs, and participates in all activities of the Districts Enterprise Services including short- and long-range planning, development, and administration. This class provides assistance to the Vice President, Business and Financial Affairs in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy, District functions and activities, including the role of an elected Board, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas. Responsibilities include coordinating the activities of the department with those of other departments and agencies and managing and overseeing the complex and varied functions of the department. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing departmental planning and operational goals and objectives and for furthering District goals and objectives within general policy guidelines. Assignments allow for a high degree of administrative discretion in their execution. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 

Equivalent to a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a related field. 

AND

Five (5) years of management, supervisory, and administrative experience working with small businesses on government procurement services.

• One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement.
• If specifically referenced (i.e. degree 'or equivalent'), related experience that is above the minimum requirement may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Drivers License by time of appointment is desirable. 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Administrative principles and practices including goal setting, budget development, program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs.
• Public agency budget administration and contract administration.
• Applicable federal, state, local, and District laws, regulations, ordinances, policies and procedures relevant to areas of assignment including knowledge of, or ability to learn key elements of the Civic Center Act.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review, and evaluation, and the training of staff in work methods and procedures.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs.
• Strategic planning and business planning principles.
• Technical, legal, financial, and public relations issues associated with the management of college enterprise services.
• Principles and procedures for record keeping.

Ability to:

• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department and assigned program areas.
• Develop and monitor budgets and effectively utilize resources.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and District laws, regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of supervisory, professional, and technical personnel.
• Effectively lead employees and teams with a collaborative style in a collegial and participatory governance environment.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Develop and manage contracts.
• Effectively administer a variety of District programs and administrative activities.
• Gather, analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner; evaluate alternatives and make sound recommendations.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, ethics, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Demonstrate a commitment to student success and contribute to an environment that is inclusive and promotes equity.
• Demonstrate conflict management and problem solving skills and innovative thinking.
• Handle multiple projects.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, physical ability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

JOB DESCRIPTION:  Director of Campus Enterprise Services

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the Districts Enterprise Services operations that both support student success and the educational interests of the District while generating revenue; within District policy, establishes appropriate service and staffing levels; confers with the District administration and elected officials in the planning and implementation of efficient and effective Enterprise Services.
2. Provides administrative, management, and professional leadership for District Enterprise Services; supervise the Districts Enterprise Services managers and coordinators in planning, coordination, and preparation for physical inventory counts and verification to financials, overview of monthly financial statements, and balance sheet reconciliations as well as schedules for year-end audit in coordination the Finance Department.
3. Manages and participates in the development and administration of the Departments budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, and supplies; approves expenditures and directs their monitoring; directs the preparation and implementation of budgetary adjustments.
4. Selects, trains, motivates, and directs Department staff; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with Department standards including program and project priorities; conducts performance evaluations; provides or coordinates staff training; coaches employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.
5. Coordinates with Facility and Institutional Technology departments as needed to facilitate the operational and equipment needs of events and Enterprise Services in concert with the Districts strategic plan; ensure Enterprise Service units interface with other college departments and adequate technology and maintenance services are provided at Enterprise Service operation sites.
6. Assumes accountability for the overall quality of the Departments service by developing, reviewing and implementing policies and procedures to meet requirements and District needs; continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors the distribution of work, support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs the implementation of change.
7. Represents the Enterprise Services Department to other District departments, the Governing Board, and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues within limits of authority; works with other District departments to integrate Enterprise Services into the core of the Districts mission.
8. Conducts a variety of departmental organizational and operational studies and investigations; responds to inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions; recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.

SALARY SCHEDULE:  Administrators

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
 
 This is a non-telecommuting position.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with frequent interruptions and distractions; extended periods of time viewing computer monitor; possible exposure to dissatisfied individuals.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

TENTATIVE TIMELINE: Any application received after the initial screening deadline is not guaranteed a review.

Application Process:

A confirmation email will be sent once your application packet has been successfully submitted.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required application materials are submitted by the initial screening deadline date, including a current resume, and unofficial transcripts showing awarded degree(s) and completion date, as well as any relevant certifications, diplomas, or licenses that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Failure to submit supporting documentations may result in an incomplete application.

A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for. All materials included in your application packet become SWCCD property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only.

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.

INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS MUST BE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT.

If additional positions become available in this classification, applications received in response to this posting may be considered for those additional positions for up to 90 days after final board approval.

Candidates selected for employment with SWCCD must be fingerprinted by an electronic fingerprinting service (i.e. LiveScan) within 10 days of employment; provide clearance of tuberculosis (dated within the past 4 years and renewed every four years as a condition of continued employment) within 60 days of employment; provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Successful candidate selected may be assigned to any of the campus sites (Chula Vista, Crown Cove, National City, Otay Mesa, and/or San Ysidro).

American with Disabilities (ADA):

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to candidates with verified disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made as soon as practical by calling Human Resources at (619) 482-6395.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SWCCD will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

SWCCD shall not discriminate against any person in employment or in any program affiliated with the SWCCD on the basis of age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, 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.


Notice of Availability of the Annual Security Report:

SWCCD is committed to assisting all members of the community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report is available on the SWCPD website.

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security Report, which contains this information, you can stop by the College Police Department or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (619) 482-6390.


Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Plan (DAAPP):

More information about the DAAPP, including the Biennial report and additional resources can be found in the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program website.