Superintendent-President

Review Date: Open Until Filled - First Review Date is February 2 2026.

Two weeks prior to the deadline to submit applications the diversity of current applicants will be assessed. Upon review if the pool does not include sufficient diversity at that time the application window may be extended.

The Santa Clarita Community College District/College of the Canyons is seeking a Superintendent-President.

For complete information about the search including the position profile application requirements and key timelines please visit the recruitment website: of Duties

WHO WE WANT:

The president should be a unifying leader who can articulate a clear vision and inspire dedication to achieving the Districts core mission and values; an innovative leader who seeks a long-term career in a dynamic setting; and an empathetic leader who is committed to academic excellence student equity and student success.

The next president of College of the Canyons will:

• Guide strategic and long-term planning to enhance enrollment financial stability educational programs student services and technology.
• Build consensus through collaboration and teamwork understanding the importance of participatory governance and engaging faculty administrators classified professionals and students in decision-making processes.
• Display transparency and courage in making challenging decisions particularly those related to fiscal management.
• Be a highly visible approachable leader who actively engages with the campus community and listens to the concerns of faculty staff students and community members.
• Uphold and advance College of the Canyons high standards in programs and services while fostering continuous improvement and innovation guided by the colleges mission and values.
• Partner with local businesses industries nonprofits government entities educational organizations and individual donors to expand educational opportunities for students and the community.
• Demonstrate experience in managing college resources and a thorough understanding of the California Community Colleges funding mechanisms to guide resource allocation and student-centered planning.
• Commit to personal and institutional accountability based on data evaluation and assessment.
• Stay informed about state and national initiatives understanding their alignment with the states Vision for Success and their impact on College of the Canyons.
• Prioritize values and policies that support equity social justice diversity and academic excellence.
• Foster a collegial and respectful working environment promoting mutual respect and trust within the college community.
• Listen to and consider the input of faculty staff and students to drive positive changes and innovations for the benefit of the college.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to addressing conditions affecting student life including advocacy and support for undocumented and marginalized students.
• Be a creative solution-oriented thinker capable of developing innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Facilitate cross-district collaboration among College of the Canyons faculty staff and students to create new opportunities for engagement and growth.

Any combination equivalent to:

• Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent

• A minimum of five years of senior management experience in education with significant and progressively complex decision-making responsibility including three years of executive level administrative experience defined as a position reporting directly to a governing body or chief executive officer and being responsible for a broad operational segment of the organization with significant fiscal and programmatic oversight (e.g. academic affairs student services administrative services college campus).

• Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability gender identity sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students as these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices.

• Track-record of community service and involvement.

• Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Senior leadership experience in a large single- community college district.
• Proven record of successful management of resources including integrated planning and budget development during both increasing and decreasing budget cycles.
• Administrative experience at the community college level in one or more areas including academic affairs student affairs financial management human resources/labor relations faculty staff and community relations facilities development and strategic planning.
• Faculty experience in instruction or student services or other leadership experience providing support for the role of faculty that demonstrates a strong understanding of the need for innovative teaching/learning and student development processes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience providing support for the comprehensive student experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting student success basic needs and academic achievement and success in fostering innovation in academic and workforce programming.
• Proven experience and success in effectively working and collaborating with diverse stakeholders including faculty classified professionals students and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing principles of organization and leadership practices that promote professional excellence among all employees.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the principals and provisions of AB 1725 including its contributions to the current status of shared governance in the California Community Colleges.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively navigating the complexities of the California community college fiscal policy legal and accreditation environment or equivalent.
• Successful external resource development experience including bonds pursuit of grant funding and community support through partnerships and/or a foundation.
• Demonstrated experience in community development and collaboration with community partners and external stakeholders.
• Successful experience in appropriately utilizing and applying applicable data and research finding in decision-making processes.
• Can provide strategic and innovative leadership on emerging trends and challenges including artificial intelligence online education and dual enrollment.
• Successful experience working with an elected Board of Trustees or equivalent.

• A creative innovative energetic instructional leader; a technologically sophisticated

• A leader who possesses interpersonal skills and qualities including a can-do optimistic attitude creativity ambition sensitivity honesty integrity fairness flexibility a sense of humor and an entrepreneurial nature;
• An experienced academic committed to continued improvement; a visible accessible and collaborative educator who encourages and acknowledges the contributions of others who is willing to be a risk taker and create an environment that is open to new ideas;
• A supporter of consistent and on-going professional development initiatives in pursuit of the colleges strategic goals;
• A fair-minded ethical and honest leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the courage and integrity to lead and accept responsibility;
• A leader knowledgeable of management theories and practices learning theories and

• A skilled planner who can systematically allocate resources to further institutional goals evaluate the results of the allocations and develop strategies for continued development; and
• A skilled leader adept in planning for the emerging needs of the District and successful in resource generation and partnership development.

SALARY PLACEMENT:
This educational administrator position is a twelve (12) month per year position and will be on a negotiable individual contract. Salary placement will be determined based on the candidates qualifications and relevant executive leadership experience. This position is an exempt educational administrator role and as such is not eligible for overtime or compensatory time.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Position is a stationary position and requires use of a computer for extended periods of time plus frequent periods of movement from one area to another which may include traversing to different floors of a building; operating a computer and related equipment; communicating and providing information to others; working with various materials and objects; frequently exert 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; may be exposed to occasional contact with dissatisfied individuals; and travel from the event of an emergency employees will be relied upon to serve as emergency workers.

DISTRICT ACADEMIC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
Full-time employees are provided with a diversified program that includes medical dental and vision insurance including dependent coverage disability and life insurance as well as Section 125 options. These benefits commence on the first of the month following date of hire. Professional development opportunities are provided to all employees. Educational incentive programs are available to eligible employees.

RETIREMENT: Educational Administrators contribute to the California State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) a defined benefit retirement plan through the State of California.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Successful completion of background fingerprint clearance pre-employment physical examination (disabilities not related to the physical job will not affect the application process) and TB screening.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States and signing of loyalty oath per government codes 3100-3109.

Meeting applicable eligibility requirements under CalPERS or CalSTRS if you are a current or former member.

Board of Trustees approval.

Official sealed transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Santa Clarita Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Santa Clarita Community College District is committed to employing qualified employees who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness promotes mutual understanding and respect and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity and provide consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not unlawfully discriminate in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race color religion religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices) national origin ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information marital status sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) gender gender identity gender expression age (40 years and over) sexual orientation veteran and/or military status protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act) domestic violence victim status political affiliation and any other status protected by state or federal law or on the basis of these perceived characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Human Resources office directly at .

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants are encouraged to complete their applications online. Please visit our website at If you require assistance please call the Human Resources office at or for the hearing-impaired TTY/TDD Line at . Applicants may check the status of their application online and may expect to be notified within approximately 4 - 5 weeks following the Review Date as to the status of their application.

All application materials must be uploaded online or received in the Human Resources office by the end of the day on the Review Date in order to assure consideration for this position. Postmark is not acceptable for this purpose.Separate application materials must be submitted for each position applied for. Materials submitted become property of the District and will not be returned copied or considered for other openings. The Human Resources office is located in the University Center Suite #360 at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road Santa Clarita CA 91355.

Your application is not complete until the following required materials have been uploaded online or received by the Human Resources office:

• District Online Application
• Copies of complete and legible college transcripts clearly indicating all college units earned and degree awarded. You can submit unofficial transcripts for application purposes. Copies of diplomas are not acceptable in lieu of college transcripts. Official sealed transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Please see our website for the requirements for evaluation of transcripts from foreign colleges or universities.
• A letter of interest six pages or less succinctly stating to what extent the candidate meets the minimum and preferred qualifications sought for this position. The letter of interest should also address:
  • Ability to undertake the essential duties and responsibilities listed in the position description.
  • Specific examples from candidates background and experience to demonstrate knowledge and expertise necessary for this position.
  • Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion and examples of how the candidate as addressed institutional structural barrier at their current or former institution to advance diversity equity and inclusion and student achievement.
• A current resume not to exceed six pages.
• Professional referencesincluding names email addresses business and cell phone numbers of a minimum of 10-12 references including:
  • Two supervisors
  • Two Administrative Peers or Equivalent
  • Two subordinates (including one classified/support staff member)
  • Two community members or those from external partnerships
  • Two faculty members