The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) invites applications for the senior administrative position of Vice President, Administrative Services. A Vice President, Administrative Services, applies a broad knowledge of business principles and practices, as well as skill, in dealing with organizations, methods, funds, people, equipment and other resources of management in administering a comprehensive program of business services at a college.

SALARY INFORMATION

MONTHLY SALARY: $15,834.71 – $18,593.77 monthly ($190,016.52 to $223,125.24 annually).

*Salary Information is based on a full-time, 12-month position

TYPICAL DUTIES
Plans, directs, and evaluates the business operations at a college which include:

Budget Formulation and Management

Accounting and Financial Reporting

Facilities Planning and Construction

Building & Grounds Operations and Maintenance

Information Technology

Data security management

Information systems audit

Procurement and Contracts Management

Human Resources

Enterprise Services Administration

Safety and Security Services

Serves as chief advisor to the College President on strategic matters related to the business operations of a college.

Establishes the objectives, scope of service, structure, staffing, work methods, and performance standards for organizational units comprising Business Services at a college and monitors units for effectiveness and operational efficiency, and internal control compliance.

Evaluates the merit of requests from departments and offices for money, staffing, equipment and facilities, and recommends and monitors the allocation and expenditure of resources based on management priorities and proper accounting principles.

Directs the study of business problems of broad scope and complexity with the goal of developing effective managerial policies, procedures, methods and organizational structures.

Directs the design implementation, revision, and maintenance of management information and control systems to provide complete, accurate, and timely data for use in formulating and justifying financial, staffing, and material requests in conjunction with District information technology staff.

Assesses the impact of proposed policies, procedures, legislation, and organizational changes affecting the ability of the college to effectively and efficiently provide business services and makes appropriate recommendations.

Collaborates with District specialists on the implementation and integration of District policies and procedures into college operations, and ascertainment of solutions to unusual and complex business problems.

Participates as a member of the management team by providing authoritative business advice for use in making decisions and establishing the priorities, goals, and objectives of the college.

Serves as a liaison between the College President and all segments of the college regarding the requirements and procedures governing the business services of the college.

Serves as a liaison with the college’s ASO and foundation(s) on business and fiscal matters.

Represents the college at a variety of meetings, committees, and conferences addressing operating programs and overall management of the college and District.

Maintains liaison with industry, organizations, and individuals in the college community to facilitate business transactions of the college and to enhance the accessibility of community resources to students.

Participates in grievances, disciplinary meetings, and other employment related activities.

Solicits funds to support special interest programs and services of the college from industry, organizations, and individuals within the college community.

Prepares or directs the preparation of correspondence, reports, and presentations regarding business operations at the college.

Assumes the duties, obligations, and responsibilities of the College President, as assigned, during his/her absence.

Serves as a liaison to contracted Sheriff’s personnel.

Performs related duties as assigned.

VACANCIES
A vacancy currently exists at the Los Angeles Southwest College, 1600 W Imperial Hwy, Los Angeles, CA 90047 and Los Angeles Mission College, 13356 Eldridge Ave, Sylmar, CA 91342. The hiring list established by this examination will also be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the life of the list.

Our Colleges include: Los Angeles City College; East Los Angeles College; Los Angeles Harbor College; Los Angeles Mission College; Los Angeles Pierce College; Los Angeles Southwest College; Los Angeles Trade-Technical College; Los Angeles Valley College; West Los Angeles College

BENEFITS

District-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employee and dependents.

A $50,000 life insurance policy is provided free of charge for each employee.
12 full-pay days and 88 half-pay days of illness leave.
At least 16 paid holidays per year.
Vacation days accrue annually beginning at 10 days and increasing incrementally to 24 days depending on years of service with the District.  Vacation days for management and confidential positions begin at 15, 20, or 24 days.
Other paid time off includes: bereavement leave, personal necessity leave, court subpoena, and jury duty.
Employees become members of the Public Employees Retirement System. Employees are also covered by Social Security.
Employee Assistance Program

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCEPTANCE OF AN APPLICATION:

Experience:

A. Five years of recent, full-time, paid, professional-level experience in a senior management position with responsibility for corporate/entity wide business operations of an organization employing a minimum of 250 employees. Qualifying experience must have included responsibility for at least two of the following line functions: finance, facilities management and construction, human resources, information technology, or purchasing and contracts. A minimum of two years of the required experience must have been in the line function of finance, facilities management and construction, or purchasing and contracts. Experience must have also included the supervision of staff, which included professional-level employees. Experience with a public educational institution is desirable

OR

B. Five years of recent, full-time, paid experience as a Director of Budget Management and Analysis, Director of Internal Audit, Director of Facilities Planning and Development, Director of Bond Capital Construction, Director of Business Services, Director of Accounting, or Director of College Facilities with the Los Angeles Community College District.

Education:

A master’s degree or bachelor’s degree (see note section) from a recognized college or university preferably with a major in business administration, public administration, finance, economics, or a related field. Prior or current status as a vice president of administrative services or similar may reduce the master’s degree requirement to that of a bachelor’s degree.

Note: Prior or current status as a vice president of administrative services or similar may reduce the master’s degree requirement to that of a bachelor’s degree

Special:
A valid Class “C” California driver’s license must be obtained within 10 days of establishing residency in the State of California.

Travel to locations throughout the District is required.

For a complete job description including the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities associated with the position please visit our website.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination process may consist of one or more parts which may include a training and experience evaluation, written test, performance test and/or oral interview.

ACCOMMODATION
Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request, orally or in writing, an accommodation in the examination process. Documentation of the need for accommodation is required solely for the purpose of establishing that the applicant has an ADA disability and that the disability necessitates a reasonable accommodation. Typically, a recent letter from an appropriate health care or rehabilitation professional which establishes that the applicant has an ADA qualifying disability, identifies the functional limitations as they relate to the testing situation, and recommends/suggests the appropriate accommodation is sufficient.  In order for appropriate arrangements to be made at the testing site, a request for accommodation and required documentation must be received by the Examiner of Record at least 3 days prior to the administration of the test.

HOW TO APPLY
Online

Completed applications must be submitted through our online employment system – https://www.jobapscloud.com/LACCD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=23&R2=1009&R3=001. Please see our job board for the filing deadline.

For a listing of other job opportunities with the Los Angeles Community College District refer to our Web Page at https://jobapscloud.com/laccd/jobboard.asp.

Contact Us
Personnel Commission: class_jobs@laccd.edu

Phone: (213) 891-2129
TDD: (213) 891-2408
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 4:30PM