Assistant to the President - Higher Ed. jobs in Monterey, CA
Assistant to the President - Higher Ed. oversees administrative, operational, and financial activities of a college president office. Serves as the senior policy advisor to the President on matters related to fiscal affairs and budget, organizational planning and operations, and university relations. Being an Assistant to the President - Higher Ed. represents the president to senior vice presidents and campus officials. May require a master's degree. Additionally, Assistant to the President - Higher Ed. typically reports to a institutional president. Assistant to the President - Higher Ed. is a specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. To be an Assistant to the President - Higher Ed. typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Executive Assistant to the Superintendent/President
- Monterey Peninsula College
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Monterey, CA
FULL_TIME
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Monterey Peninsula College
Executive Assistant to the Superintendent/President
Salary: $5,100.00 - $6,530.00 Monthly
Job Type:
Job Number: 2021-00144
Closing: 7/16/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Monterey, CA
Division: President, Office of the
Description
Priority Screening Deadline: July 16, 2023
Under the general direction of the Superintendent/President, provide assistance and support to the Superintendent/President and Governing Board by performing a wide variety of complex, technical, and responsible duties related to the day-to-day functions of the President's office; serve as recording secretary to the Governing Board; assist in maintaining a positive image of the District. Initiate and exercise independent judgment in the application and follow through of administrative decisions; provide extensive public and organizational contacts with accurate interpretation of policies, procedures, and standards. Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Example of Duties
Organize and manage the day-to-day activities of the Superintendent/President's office to assure efficient and effective office operations, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines; coordinate communications; perform administrative details of the Superintendent/President's office.
Assemble, prepare and distribute board agendas, minutes and supplemental materials; attend Board and other meetings and record proceedings; prepare comprehensive official minutes; maintain official records including an index of Board actions for historical and reference purposes. Maintain the Governing Board Policy Handbook.
Process administrative details not requiring the immediate attention of the Superintendent/President; perform a variety of technical and confidential duties independently in support of the administration; interpret and apply rules and regulations as appropriate.
Manage the Superintendent/President's calendar; schedule meetings and appointments.
Exercise independent judgment concerning matters requiring the Superintendent/President's attention to assure timely action; remain current concerning problems, situations and conditions of special interest to the Superintendent/President.
Act as an information source regarding the college's policies and procedures; provide information where judgment, knowledge and interpretations are required especially in the proper handling of confidential information; maintain currency in College rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Prepare a variety of correspondence documents, resolutions, manuals, statistical reports, and final reports independently and/or from oral instructions; verify data for accuracy, completeness and compliance with established procedures; input and retrieve data in computer systems; transmit orders, decisions and memoranda from the Superintendent/President and the Governing Board.
Answer telephone; interview office visitors and answer questions, resolve complaints where appropriate, and provide desired information, or refer to appropriate source.
Arrange appropriate office support services such as reception coordination, planning logistics and providing materials; work with other offices and agencies coordinating specific activities ensuring successful accomplishments and/or results.
Exercise discretion in representing the office of the Superintendent/President and the Governing Board.
Maintain calendar of events for Superintendent/President and the Governing Board; make travel arrangements and process travel expense claims. Other Duties
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Direct and monitor personnel assigned to the office.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Any combination of training, experience and education would indicate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed herein. For example, completion of two years of college level course work in office administration or a related field, and four years of experience performing complex and challenging administrative support for a high level administrator involving analytical and technical skills, extensive public contact, and the coordination of office projects and activities.
Diversity:
Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the diverse academic, ethnic, socioeconomic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.
Knowledge
Knowledge of: current office administration practices and techniques; software and computer usage as needed to fulfill the requirements of the job; a variety of office equipment; correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy and public relations techniques.
A bility
Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; independently carry out oral and written instructions; maintain security and confidentiality of records and information; work efficiently on several tasks simultaneously; effectively prioritize and schedule work to meet schedules and deadlines; independently compose correspondence and other written materials; accurately take and transcribe minutes of meetings; answer phone and greet public in a professional and courteous manner; accurately and efficiently use a variety of word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs to create/produce letters, reports, spreadsheets and other documents as needed to fulfill the requirements of the job; research, compile, analyze, interpret and prepare a variety of administrative reports; learn and successfully use new software programs as required to fulfill the requirements of the job; accurately interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures as needed; learn and apply the Brown Act; use appropriate and correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; perform arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy; learn and successfully apply current/new office policies and procedures; analyze situations and make decisions on procedural matters without immediate supervision; efficiently use a variety of office equipment as needed to fulfill the needs of the job; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties; demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.
Physical Effort/Work Environment
Indoor work environment; light to moderate physical effort; occasional standing or walking; periodic handling lightweight parcels or supplies.
PROOF OF VACCINATION
New employees may begin serving in their assignments only after they are in compliance with current health or vaccination requirements.
Work Schedule / Supplemental Information
Work Schedule
40 hours per week/ 12 months per year
Assigned Shift
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hours may vary, some weekend and evening hours are required .
Management reserves the right to change schedules as needed
Salary Range:
$5,100 (Step A) - $6,530 (Step F) Confidential Stipend of 5% GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE
How to Apply
Visit www.mpc.edu/employment and select "classified and other positions." Here you will find the announcement and the "apply" button in the upper right-hand corner. You will be asked to log-in or create a new user account.
Complete all required fields of the application and:
Attach a .pdf of your cover letter that describes why you are interested in the position and how your background applies to the major duties of the position, and please address each of the desirable qualifications listed in this job announcement (2 pages maximum).
Attach a .pdf of your resume
Answer the required diversity statement
Only items listed above will be reviewed by the screening committee. Human Resources does not accept additional materials such as: letters of reference, test scores from other institutions, certificates of courses/programs completed, letters of commendation from schools, or transcripts with your application. Such items, if included, will not be forwarded to the selection committee. If you are a finalist, HR will request any reference information that is required. Monterey Peninsula College reserves the right to close or continue the recruitment at any time.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon Governing Board's approval. Employment with Monterey Peninsula College is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. All new employees are required to submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Employees must sign the Oath of Affirmation of Allegiance, and submit fingerprints.
For additional information regarding the recruitment please contact
Gerardo Cardenas Hernandez
Human Resources Specialist
gcardenashernandez@mpc.edu
831-645-1392
Monterey Peninsula Community District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students as outlined in the District's Governing Board Goals, Educational Master Plan, Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, and Student Equity Plan. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences emphasizing collaboration, engaging students in and out of the classroom, and encouraging them to realize their goals and become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Monterey Peninsula College, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners.
Monterey Peninsula College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is an affiliate of the statewide Umoja Community of California Community Colleges. Monterey Peninsula College has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities it serves. MPC serves approximately 12,000 students (for the 2020-21 year). MPC's comprehensive curriculum and student services are designed to meet the needs of a diverse student body and include transfer, career and technical education, basic skills, and continuing education offerings.
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:
(1) Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
(2) Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
(3) Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
(4) Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
(5) Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives
Monterey Peninsula College seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. College faculty are expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to use, different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve. - 8 Days Ago
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About Monterey, California
Founded on June 3, 1770, Monterey (Spanish: Monterrey) was the capital of Alta California under both Spain and Mexico until 1850. Monterey hosted California's first theater, public building, public library, publicly funded school, printing press, and newspaper. Monterey was the only port of entry for taxable goods in California. In 1846, the U.S. flag was raised over the Customs House, and California became part of the United States after the Mexican–American War.
The city is located in Monterey County in the U.S. state of California, on the southern edge of Monterey Bay on California's Cent...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
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