Professional Expert - Senior Advisor to the Chancellor (Part-time, hourly) (COF)

Kern Community College District
United States, California, Bakersfield
Nov 06, 2024
Professional Expert - Senior Advisor to the Chancellor (Part-time, hourly) (COF) Kern Community College District Salary: $16,000.00 Monthly Job Type: Part Time Job Number: FY23-2400910 Location: Bakersfield, CA Department: Chancellor's Office Basic Function The Kern Community College District (KernCCD) is seeking a Special Projects Advisor to the Chancellor. This position will be filled using a professional expert contract for a period of two years. Representative Duties The duties and responsibilities of the position are: To act as a strategic advisor to the Chancellor and KernCCD's executive leadership team. To represent the Chancellor with internal and external stakeholders. To ensure the timely and effective completion of projects as prioritized by the Chancellor. To work with local, state, and national elected officials on projects that directly benefit KernCCD's strategic initiatives. To work with business, industry, government, and education partners on projects that directly benefit KernCCD's strategic initiatives. To lend support for projects and initiatives at Porterville College, Cerro Coso Community College, and Bakersfield College. Essential Qualifications/Skills: Written and verbal communication skills Time management Organizational skills Critical thinking Problem-solving Relationship-building Detail-oriented Patience Flexibility Positive outlook Minimum Qualifications Minimum of a bachelor's degree in business administration, history, political science, or a similar field. A combination of education, leadership experience, and political expertise will be considered as an equivalent to the minimum qualifications. 3+ years in a business or executive management role. Track record of successfully implementing and managing complex projects. Preferred Qualifications: Existing, positive relationships with local, state, and national elected officials. Existing, positive relationships with business, industry, education, and government partners. Knowledge of the California Community College System. Demonstrated ability to build collaboratives/coalitions. SALARY Not to Exceed $16,000 per month SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:First Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled. The initial review of the applicants will be August 6, 2024. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or re-initiate the recruitment/selection process at any point. Completed application packet must include: Completed Online Application for Employment form Current resume Copy of legible transcripts List of five (5) professional references - Listed on application form It is the applicant's responsibility to redact (or remove) any personal information from all documents prior to uploading. This includes Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, and any photos of the applicant. Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. EEO Plan 2024 (Download PDF reader) Note: The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices._ Discrimination Free Work Environment The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission. All applicants must apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/4594663/professional-expert-senior-advisor-to-the-chancellor-part-time-hourly-cof. Emails will not be accepted. jeid-64605582f50ce74085fe2007f51f1809