Vice President, Business and Administrative Services

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Position Title Vice President, Business and Administrative Services Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a fully in-person position. On campus attendance is expected and required.

NOTE: New employees will be placed at the first step which is $168,720 per year, second step $177,264 per year or third step at $186,240 per year (depending upon experience). Based on current salary placement guidelines, all step increases for which an employee becomes eligible shall take place on July 1st of each fiscal year. These increases will occur, on annual basis, until the maximum step of $205,584 per year is reached on the salary schedule.

Our Vision for Social Justice

We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live.

The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.

Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.

Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds; students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.

The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.

If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.

Recruitment Type: Open (Internal and External applicants) Location Contra Costa College Posting Number 0002313 # of Openings 1 Range M11 Salary YEARLY: $168,720, step 1 - $205,584, step 5 (see special instructions for step placement) Position Status Permanent Overtime Status Exempt (not eligible) Position Full-Time If temporary, employment duration: N/A # of Hours Scheduled Per Week 40 Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours

Monday - Friday

8:00am - 5:00pm

(Occasional evening and weekend responsibilities required)

Shift Differential % N/A # of Months 12 Non-work Periods: N/A EEO Job Category Executive/Administrative/Managerial Employee Group Manager - Classified Department C1002-Business Services Position Definition

Under general administrative direction of a College President, serves as a campus Assistant Chief Executive Officer (CEO), overseeing budget development, fiscal operations, fiscal accountability, facilities management, major construction and renovation projects, campus information technology, central cashiering, bookstore, business office, campus human resources, campus payroll, campus accounting, custodial, food services, building grounds, maintenance, and other duties as assigned. May serve as the acting College CEO in the absence of the College President.

Distinguishing Characteristics

A Vice President oversees academic, student affairs and/or support services programs for a college in the District and serves as an Assistant Chief Executive Officer for the campus. Incumbents receive very high level direction from the College President. The President reports directly to the District Chancellor and is the Chief Executive Officer of the College, and thus is responsible for the entire delivery of educational and other services provided by the College.

Examples of Duties/Essential Functions

• Serves as an Assistant Chief Executive Officer and Chief Business Officer for a college in the District, overseeing budget development, fiscal operations, fiscal accountability, facilities management, major construction and renovation projects, campus information technology, central cashiering, bookstore, business office, campus human resources, campus payroll, campus accounting, custodial, food services, building grounds, maintenance, and other duties as assigned.
• Provides vision and leadership for a diverse, dynamic and innovative community of managers, faculty, staff and students.
• Provides overall leadership in the area of business and administrative services programs, ensuring that the instructional, student, and/or support services programs reflect the educational philosophy and institutional goals of the College and the District.
• Ensures that accreditation standards are met.
• Plans, directs, and oversees the financial, human resources, risk management, and information technology functions of the college.
• Develops, manages, and oversees College's budget and all funds.
• Allocates or assists in allocation of financial resources to accomplish college educational mission and goals in accordance with established budget processes.
• Interprets and analyzes pertinent educational and financial laws, legislation, policies, regulations and procedures to determine impact on the College and to formulate compliance and reporting strategies.
• Develops, recommends and carries out comprehensive policies and programs for managing the College's business and administrative activities in accordance with College and District missions and goals.
• Provides in-service training programs for staff on policies, work methods, materials, customer service, equipment, and work safety.
• Serves as College Equal Employment Officer and College Safety Officer; ensures compliance with all pertinent labor laws and collective bargaining agreements.
• Ensures campus safety with students, staff, and the public.
• Oversees the hiring processes and payroll functions for College managers, supervisors, faculty and classified staff.
• Ascertains and meets College and community educational and financial needs by communicating effectively with managers, supervisors, faculty and staff and the service area community.
• Actively participates in and supports College shared governance components and activities and other collaborative processes.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of the assigned college's educational strategic plan.
• Develops and participates in College and District planning processes to assure articulation between financial planning goals and objectives and those of other College and District organizational units.
• Supports a climate that promotes innovation and improved service to students and the community; cooperates with area staff, faculty and other managers to develop processes that are student-friendly and supportive of student success.
• Manages and participates in the continued evaluation and improvement of assigned College-wide business and administrative programs and services.
• Oversees and coordinates new construction, remodeling, grounds renovation, maintenance, and campus-related projects.
• Oversees research and submission of grant applications and proposals to federal, state, foundation and other funding agencies, to augment college resources for educational programs and services.
• Manages assigned managers, faculty, classified and supervisory staff.
• Assists in the training of assigned managers, supervisory, faculty and classified staff.
• Evaluates assigned managers, supervisors and classified staff.
• Assists in the evaluation of faculty.
• Represents the college on College and District-wide committees and task forces, as well as to community groups, professional organizations, other colleges and K-12 schools.
• Responds to and seeks resolution of complaints arising from assigned divisions and major program area activities, including participating in the process of collective bargaining contract grievances.
• Employs appropriate techniques and strategies to resolve disputes and to enhance communication and cooperation among the members of the College and District communities.
• Travels throughout the District in carrying out responsibilities and functions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience

Education/Training:

Earned Master's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field AND three years of relevant full-time management experience.

OR

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field AND a certified public accountant's license AND five years of relevant full-time management experience.

OR

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field AND seven years of relevant full-time management experience.

Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of

Knowledge Of: community college budget procedures, finance, accounting, payroll, human resources, information technology, facilities, buildings and grounds, maintenance, construction management, and equipment; the goals of shared governance; principles and practices of administrative organization and management, planning, supervising and evaluating the work of others, employee motivation and training; applicable federal, state, local, District and College laws, rules and regulations, and collective bargaining contract provisions; complex business level English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; modern office tools such as computers and printers; typical modern office computer software programs; report and presentation writing; the relationship and interaction of a community college and the varied communities, special-interest groups, and public agencies it serves; the purposes, goals and philosophy underlying the delivery of education in a community college setting; budget development and management;

Minimum Qualification-Skill To

N/A

Minimum Qualification-Ability To

Ability To: Independently perform assigned critical and highly complex senior management level duties with an entrepreneurial spirit and with effectiveness, speed and accuracy; successfully manage people, major college-wide programs and initiatives; effectively oversee college change efforts, problem-solving, short and long-term strategic financial planning processes and financial resources; manage personnel resources of a college, including motivating, developing and directing people; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; use personal computers utilizing typical office software applications, including the Internet; work effectively in a participatory governance environment to accomplish the goals and objectives of the college; communicate effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities; demonstrate sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Desirable Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution and Certified Public Accountant license.
• Business and finance experience in a community college.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to postsecondary educational institution's financial operations.
• Experience overseeing human resources, facilities, maintenance, and auxiliary services (bookstore, performing arts center).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to forecast budgets, multi-year projections, identify efficiencies, and make data-informed decisions regarding the resource allocation process.
• An effective communicator, facilitator, and listener with strong interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on critical thinking and presenting complex information in a clear, concise manner.
• Proven track record in strategic human resource management, fostering collaborative labor-management relations, and managing and resolving disputes within a unionized environment.
• Experience working collaboratively with Instruction and Student Services in support of college's goals and initiatives in a resource-constrained environment.
• Commitment to transparency and timely notifications in decision making within the college's participatory governance structures.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of the college's students and employees, including those with physical and/or learning disabilities.

Depending on the vacancy, a college may request additional job specific desirable qualifications with the approval of the Human Resources Department.

Job Open Date: 07/28/2026 Job Close Date: 08/31/2026 Open Until Filled No Foreign Degree and Credit Statement:

In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure 3050.05, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation.

Employee Benefits:

Insurance: The district offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents. Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend.

Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System).

Police Service employees are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.

Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.

Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).

Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.

For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website

Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):

https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2022-2025%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf

Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):

https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf

POST OFFER PRE-PLACEMENT EVALUATION PROGRAM (PEP)

All job offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant's satisfactory results of the Post Offer Pre-Placement Evaluation Program. This involves a physical strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job. There is no charge for this service. Please do not make an appointment for testing until you have received notification from the Human Resources Department after a job offer is extended. The positions we currently evaluate are: Building Maintenance Worker, Custodian I and II, Lead Custodian, Cook, Food Services Assistant, Food Services Supervisor, Food Services Supply Clerk, Food Services Coordinator, Grounds Worker/ Gardener I and II, Senior/ Lead Grounds Worker/Gardener, Lead Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Equipment Maintenance Worker. If you are not hired in a listed classification, you may disregard this notification.

ADA Accommodations:

In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to slever@4cd.edu. For administrative purposes, requests must be made at the time of application.

COVID-19 Information

N/A

Quicklink https://www.4cdcareers.net/postings/12216 Diversity Statement

It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please tell us how you meet the minimum job qualification for this position: 1) Earned Master's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field AND three years of full-time management experience in overseeing support services programs in an institution of higher education. OR 2) A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field AND a certified public accountant's license AND five years of full-time management experience in overseeing support services programs in an institution of higher education.OR 3) A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field AND seven years of full-time management experience in overseeing support services programs in an institution of higher education.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience developing and managing complex institutional budgets in higher education or the public sector. How do you align financial planning and resource allocation with the college's strategic goals and educational mission?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please share a specific instance where you successfully managed a structural deficit or significant fiscal constraint. What analytical strategies and operational changes did you implement to restore fiscal health while protecting core academic and student support services?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Contra Costa College operates with a strong participatory governance model. How do you communicate complex financial data, budget proposals, and operational changes to faculty, staff, students, and other managers?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Beyond finance, this role oversees IT, campus safety, human resources, and custodial, among other areas. Describe your management philosophy for leading diverse, non-academic departments and building a responsive, service-oriented team.

(Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred)

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcript 2
• Unofficial Transcript 3
• Unofficial Transcript 4
• Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency)