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MESA Coordinator, Full-Time Faculty

Position Number: 4808083
Location: Joshua Tree, CA
Position Type: Business - Accounting

MESA Coordinator, Full-Time Faculty

Salary: $72,599.63 - $110,076.59 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Academic Services
Closing: 1/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Joshua Tree, CA
Job Number: 20231115MC

Position Description
Copper Mountain Community College District (CMCCD) is looking for a proven leader to help the development and growth of Copper Mountain College. The ideal candidate is an active, positive, and equity-minded leader with the desire, skills and knowledge to serve students, faculty and staff; has the ability to work in an environment of continuous change; can manage student interactions and situations with patience and compassion; and makes honest and ethical decisions. CMCCD's motto is "Take the Next Step" and if you are interested in "taking the next step" for your future, CMC encourages you to apply.
Positions may be tenured, tenure-track, and Categorically/Federally funded non-tenure track.

Established over 40 years ago, the California Community College Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) Programs help underserved and underrepresented students majoring in calculus-based STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) fields who seek to transfer to a four-year institution. The MESA Coordinator is responsible for day-to-day coordination of the CMC MESA Program following programmatic guidance from the Chancellor's Office State Project Monitor.

*Please remember to attach your resume, unofficial transcripts, and a letter of interest or your application packet may not be considered.*
*This position is non-tenure track.
*This is a 200-day per year position.

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and review program, including necessary changes to keep program current with District policy and state/federal mandates.
Provide a professional program including academic, career and vocational counseling and planning.
Work closely with faculty, staff, administrators, and the community.
Make recommendations on technology modifications and uses of technology to the benefit of the learning environment and student success.
Prepare and submit appropriate reports.
Respect student rights as specified in District policy and applicable federal and state laws or regulations.
Monitor students' progress and prescribe interventions, as needed, for continued success.
Develop and maintain program budget, determine annual staffing and office productivity needs and plan expenditures accordingly, prepare required budget documents.
Meet state, county and/or federal-mandated requirements for enrollment and services.
Participate in the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of classified and student staff.
Perform teaching duties as assigned, including responsibilities as instructor.

Professional Development:

Continue to develop professional skills and knowledge as they relate to the discipline by attending professional conferences, seminars or meetings as necessary.

Additional Responsibilities:

Provide the administration with assistance on the evaluation of student petitions and grievances.
Regularly attend and participate in academic and staff meetings.
Attend commencement ceremonies.
Participate in advisory committee meetings when required.
Participate as a peer evaluator of full-time and adjunct faculty as requested.
Consult with management on personnel needs; assist with preparation of position descriptions and serve on screening/hiring committees as needed.
May participate as faculty advisors to student organizations or clubs.
Participate in the process of shared governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work on the department, college or district levels, or participate in other significant non-classroom college, district or community activities.
Prepare and submit necessary forms in accordance with college procedures.
Participate in articulation activities.
Abide by District regulations concerning the proper use, care and security of equipment.
Participate in on-going activities such as workshops, meetings, and training to ensure a safe learning and working environment.
Report absences to the appropriate supervisor; advise supervisor of the intended date of return.
Provide the appropriate assistance to facilitate college activities.
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Qualifications

Standards are established in accordance with the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges as adopted by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors for the discipline.

Minimum Requirements:

A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in mathematics-based field (one requiring calculus, or equivalent).
Ability to work in a multicultural environment with African-American, Native American, Mexican-American and other Latino American undergraduate students pursuing degrees in engineering, computer science, mathematics, science, or technical fields.
Experience for one year or more in delivering to students' academic services aimed at improving academic, study, test taking, and other skills where the students are majoring in mathematics-based fields.
Successful work experience for a minimum of three years in education, industry or other profession involving work with postsecondary students in mathematics-based fields.
Experience in directing activities requiring management and leadership skills.
Experience with public and/or private postsecondary institutions.
Familiarity with organizational, operational, and structural functions of post-secondary institutions.
Ability to work independently, assume responsibility, and take initiative in carrying out assignments.
Strong writing and communication skills.

Required Attachments:
In order for your application to be considered you must attach:

A current and complete resume or CV highlighting educational, professional, and applicable experiences.
College transcripts from an accredited college or university if education is a requirement of the position (student copies are acceptable for application purposes but official transcripts will be required if hired).
A cover letter.

Tentative Timeline:
Committee screening will take place one to two weeks from the closing date.
First interviews held two to three weeks from expected closing date.
*All dates are subject to change based on availability

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
Copper Mountain College is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons and to provide educational and employment opportunities free from discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, gender identification, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disabilities, and other physical or verbal conduct. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the School District's Title IX Officer and/or Section 504/ADA Coordinator.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cmccd/jobs/4282329/mesa-coordinator-full-time-faculty

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