$56,612.71–$79,992.27 Per Year
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Director of Levan Institute for Lifelong Learning (20 hr/12 mo)
Salary
$56,612.71 - $79,992.27 Annually
Location
Bakersfield College -- Panorama Campus, CA
Job Type
Management - Classified Administrator
Job Number
FY25-2600445
College
Bakersfield College
Opening Date
06/30/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Salary Range/Class
011
Hours Per Week
20
Months Per Year
12
Assured Consideration Date
07/15/2026
Internal Posting Information
None
Below is our job description for this position. Please also review the Important Instructions & Additional Information section below, which contains valuable information about our application process.
Basic Function
Under the direction of the President of Bakersfield College, the Director of the Levan Institute for Lifelong Learning plans, directs, manages, and oversees the daily activities and operations of the Levan Institute and its lifelong learning classes and programs.
The Director is responsible for implementing the mission of the Institute:
Provide educational courses and programs to enrich the lives of people 55 years of age and older residing in the Bakersfield College service area.
This is a part-time position responsible for leadership, program development, fiscal oversight, community engagement, and operational management of the Levan Institute.
Representative Duties
- Provide leadership in developing and implementing policies and procedures to fulfill the mission of the Levan Institute and expand the scope of its activities.
- Plan, develop, and manage the annual operating budget for the Institute.
- Maintain financial and operational records to monitor the fiscal health of the Institute and recommend strategies to ensure continued sustainability and growth.
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and motivate support personnel and instructors.
- Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, services, and learning opportunities that advance the mission of the Institute and respond to identified community needs and interests.
- Coordinate and schedule semi-annual curriculum review meetings with the Levan Institute Committee.
- Develop and implement course schedules, instructional calendars, and program delivery plans to ensure effective utilization of resources and alignment with participant demand.
- Analyze instructional and personnel costs and develop student fee schedules for courses and programs.
- Develop and communicate instructor compensation schedules.
- Provide assistance, guidance, and support to instructors to ensure quality educational experiences.
- Assess program effectiveness through the analysis of participation, learning outcomes, instructor performance, and stakeholder feedback; implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance program quality.
- Host and coordinate the annual faculty meeting to encourage collaboration, innovation, and community among instructors.
- Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with community organizations, businesses, educational institutions, and other stakeholders to expand program offerings, strength community engagement and support institute growth.
- Plan and direct marketing and outreach strategies utilizing print media, online resources, social media, community outreach, and collaboration with College organizations.
- Collaborate with College personnel and external vendors in the creation, maintenance, and management of the Levan Institute website.
- Collaborate with the Bakersfield College Foundation to identify, develop, and support fundraising, sponsorship, grant, and philanthropic opportunities that advance Institute priorities.
- Recruit members for the Levan Institute Committee and chair committee meetings.
- Recommend staffing, budgetary, operational, and programmatic priorities to College leadership based on institutional needs and strategic objectives.
- Represent the Institute and the College at community events, professional organizations, and public meetings.
- Maintain awareness of emerging trends, innovations, and best practices in lifelong learning and adult education.
- Promote a work culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and exemplary levels of service to students, instructors, staff, and community members.
- Prepare and present reports, analyses, recommendations, and strategic planning documents regarding Institute operations, finances, enrollment trends, community impact, and program effectiveness.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and growth of the Levan Institute.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
- Five years of progressively responsible experience in educational administration, program management, nonprofit leadership, business management, or related field including at least three years of supervisory experience and responsibility for budget develoopment and administration.
- Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of community college students and employees.
Desirable Qualifications:
- A masters degree and experience in higher education teaching, higher education administration, or executive business management
Knowledge & Abilities
Knowledge of:
- The mission of community colleges, particularly California community colleges
- Strong planning, problem solving, and organizational skills
- Basic computer skills including a working familiarity with Word, Excel, PowerPoint or similar programs and social media such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
Ability to:
- Provide leadership and strategic direction for lifelong learning programs and services
- Plan, organize, and oversee multiple projects and activities simultaneously
- Develop and manage budgets and financial records
- Recruit, supervise, motivate, and evaluate staff and instructors
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with College personnel, community organizations, vendors, and the public
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies
- Analyze operational and instructional costs and make sound recommendations
- Work independently and exercise sound judgment and decision-making
- Maintain accurate records and prepare reports
- Promote an inclusive and collaborative work environment
Important Instructions & Additional Information
Complete applications received by the "assured consideration date" above are guaranteed to be reviewed by Human Resources. If you apply after this date, there is no guarantee that your application will be reviewed. However, we still recommend that you apply because recruitments remain open until filled. The District and/or College reserves the right to extend time limits and/or repost or restart recruitments at any point.
Completed applications must include the following.
- Completed online application for employment
- Current resume
- Letter of interest (cover letter)
- List of 5 (five) professional references (entered in online application)
- Copy of legible transcripts (if required for the position)
It is your responsibility to redact or remove any personally identifiable information from all documents prior to uploading, including Social Security numbers, date of birth, photos, etc.
Equivalency for Minimum Qualifications
Applicants for faculty and educational administrator positions in California Community Colleges are required to meet certain minimum qualifications as provided by the California Community Colleges Chancellors Office and detailed in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you may still be eligible by completing the KernCCD Application for Equivalence process. Please see our Faculty Equivalency Process website for more information.
International or Foreign Degrees
Applicants with international or 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 online application.
Accommodations
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. (For more information, see our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunities website.)
Discrimination Free Work Environment
Discrimination based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation of any person, military and veteran status, or the perception that a person has one or more of these characteristics is illegal and violates Kern Community College District policy.
The Kern CCD Equal Employment Opportunity Plan guides the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Districts efforts to foster equal employment opportunities and workplace diversity.
See our Discrimination-Free Work Environment webpage for more information.
Work Authorization
Kern Community College District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.
E-Verify
The Kern Community College District participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit e-verify.gov.
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Benefits
Faculty Minimum Qualifications/Equivalency Process
Full-time permanent employees (20+ hours per month) are eligible for health benefits:
Health
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability
In addition to the above benefits, the District also offers a robust voluntary benefits selection:
The District participates in CalPERS Retirement System and Social Security benefits for Classified and Management employees. Employees covered under the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), are vested 100% after five years of full-time service credit.
The District participates in the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) for faculty. Employees covered under the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS), are vested 100% after five years of full-time service credit.
All coverages begin on the first of the following month after the hire date.
The following classifications are eligible for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) health benefits at the employee expense offered through SISC:
- Permanent Employees (19 hours or less)
- Adjuncts
- Temporary Hourly
- Professional Experts
For additional information, please visit our Kern Community College District Benefits webpage.
Employer Kern Community College District
Address 2100 Chester Ave
Bakersfield, California, 93301
Phone 6613365141
Website https://www.kccd.edu/human-resources/index.html