Vice President of Student Services

Priority Application Deadline: April 30, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.

The West Kern Community College District has launched a search for a Vice President of Student Services. The District seeks a collaborative and forward-thinking administrator to provide leadership in the development, direction and evaluation of the student affairs program. This position is responsible for anticipating the programs needed to meet the educational needs of students and the community college district at large, and ensuring excellence in both ongoing and developing student affairs programs and services. In order to accomplish this, the Vice President of Student Services must work collaboratively with faculty, staff, educational partners, community organizations, and regional businesses to plan and implement high quality student services programs which are responsive to the needs of the community and reflect the District’s mission, goals and values.

Taft College seeks candidates who bring a combination of knowledge, skills and commitment to:

Working collaboratively across the District to support student success at Taft College.
Providing leadership to the Dean, Directors and Coordinators of Admission and Records, Counseling Services, EOPS/CARE, Financial Aid, Veterans, CalWORKS, NextUp, DSPS, Basic Needs, Testing, Student Activities, Student Housing, and Student Support Services.
Engaging academic and classified personnel within the Student Services area in planning processes based on the College’s comprehensive program review process.
Providing leadership to the development and assessment of institutional and Student Learning Outcomes for the student services program. Participates and contributes to the ongoing evaluation of institutional effectiveness of Taft College.
Leading the development and prioritization of budget recommendations from all student services areas, and assists in the preparation and administration of the annual budget. Ensures resource requests reflect institutional priorities. Monitors and controls expenditures and participates in identifying and implementing budget management strategies.
Collaborating with the Vice President of Instruction to ensure that marketing and outreach efforts support the District’s enrollment management plan. Coordinates advertisement to promote Taft College awareness.
Providing leadership to and supervising the student insurance program.
Administering the Student Code of Conduct, due process and student discipline, including adjudicating student appeals and grievances within areas of responsibility.
Directing the supervision of college and student-sponsored activities, including student clubs.
Supervising and evaluating assigned academic, classified and management personnel.
Assisting in the preparation of the master class schedule, college catalog and academic calendar, in cooperation with the Vice President of Instruction.
Serving as Title IX Officer, as well Section 504 and 508 Coordinator.
Working with the Academic Senate on those areas of shared governance as defined by statute and implemented by Board of Trustee policy.
Assisting in collective bargaining with Taft College Faculty Association and the California School Employee Association. Serves on the District’s negotiation teams, embracing an Interest Based Bargaining philosophy. Administers the provisions of the certificated and classified contract within assigned area of responsibility.
Serve as liaison between campus DEIAA committee and participatory governance groups.
Ensuring compliance with state regulations and the Education Code as well as Board policies and procedures. Analyzes and interprets pending or current legislation impacting student services programs and /or funding and recommends policy changes as appropriate.
Recommending agenda items for Board approval; attends Board of Trustee meetings as a member of the Superintendent-President’s staff and participates by reporting and discussing matters pertaining to the student affairs of the College when requested by the Superintendent/President.
Ex-officio member of all College councils and committees, as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited institution. Earned doctorate is preferred.
Demonstrated academic leadership experience of at least five (5) years related to an administrative assignment at an accredited institution of higher education.
2 years of experience working with Title IX in one of the following capacities: Title IX Officer, Coordinator and/or Investigator.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior experience working with Title IX in one of the following capacities: Title IX Officer, Coordinator and/or Investigator.
Knowledge of California Community College procedures, legislation and other directives.
Knowledge of California Community College student populations and demographics.
Advocate for student-centered learning and faculty development.
Motivated, innovative leader experienced in all aspects of student affairs.
A problem solver able to make and support difficult decisions.
Possess a strong commitment to diversity.
Ability to work cooperatively with students, elected Trustees, faculty, staff and community.

KNOWLEDGE OF

Student learning
Strategic planning and data-driven decision making with a focus on enrollment management
Use of technology to advance teaching and learning
Continuous evaluation and improvement of educational processes
Teamwork and teambuilding within the student services programs and across the District
Innovative student services program development based on research and analysis of emerging trends
Professional development
Inclusive, collaborative leadership style that embraces diversity

HOURS AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Assignments are typically 40 hours per week and 12 months per year. May require overtime, holiday, or weekend work to meet deadlines. Work is generally performed indoors but may involve traveling to district or county offices to complete assignments or for research, workshops, training, or meetings.

PAY RANGE

Administrator Salary Schedule Range 26 ~ $175,768-$226,701 annually
This is a full-time position and qualifies for participation in the District's benefits plan.
West Kern Community College District offers a comprehensive fringe benefits program that includes District paid medical, dental and vision coverage for all employees and their dependents, as well as a generous vacation plan. Employees are eligible for membership in either CalPERS or CalSTRS retirement systems.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION:

Completed Application submitted online at https://www.taftcollege.edu/human-resources/job_opportunities/
Resume
Cover Letter
Three professional references, including your most recent supervisor
Transcripts for all degrees listed. Unofficial are acceptable at time of application. Official transcripts will be required at time of offer.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The West Kern Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity . The District is dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination and, as such, is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Qualifications:

Skills:
Adjudication, Analysis Skills, Board Meeting, Budget Management, Budgeting, Collective Bargaining, Customer Support/Service, Demographics, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Diversity, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Establish Priorities, Expense Tracking, Financial Aid, Financial Trend Analysis, Funding, Higher Education, Insurance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Management Strategy, Marketing, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Philosophy, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Regulatory Compliance, State Laws and Regulations, Statutory Laws, Strategic Planning, Student Conduct, Student Housing, Student Services, Team Building, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, Willing to Travel

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