The Position

The Chancellor is the Chief Executive Officer of the district, reporting to the Kern CCD Board of Trustees. All functions of the district are directed by the Chancellor in keeping with policies established by the board.

The Chancellor acts both as a professional advisor of the Board in the formulation of policies for governing the district and as chief executor of the policies adopted by the Board. The Chancellor serves as Secretary to the Board of Trustees.

Direction and leadership of the district is unified under the Chancellor, and all employees of the District are responsible to the Chief Executive Officer through the district line and staff organization. It is the responsibility of the Chancellor to employ and retain well-qualified, competent staff members and to oversee the planning and administering of a continuing staff development plan for employees of the District.

The Chancellor is responsible for the general efficiency of the district and for the development of the teaching, administrative and support staffs, instructional programs and services, and for the growth and welfare of students. The Chancellor is charged with the enforcement of the rules, regulations, and decisions of the Board of Trustees and is responsible for communicating all general orders adopted by the Board relating to all District employees.

The Chancellor directs the preparation of the annual budget and submits it to the Board for approval. The Chancellor oversees management and supervision of all district buildings, grounds, and equipment.

The Chancellor ensures the public is informed regarding activities of the colleges and the district. The Chancellor provides an annual report on the condition and the progress of the district and presents other reports as the Board may request from time to time.

The Chancellor may delegate certain responsibilities to other district officers or to the college presidents. However, the Chancellor continues to be responsible to the Board for the execution of any powers and duties delegated to others.

The position remains open until filled. Applications submitted by Thursday, November 2, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time will be assured full consideration.

Candidate Attributes for Success

The successful candidate will demonstrate and be able to:

Represent Kern CCD as a visible and active member in the community, relate deeply to the students served, and advocate with impact at the state and federal levels on behalf of the region, the district, and the colleges.
Martial resources to best serve the rural, suburban and urban areas in the district, and promote effective practices in those environments.
Support and appreciate the culture and communities of each college, and also unify the colleges around shared values and mutual priorities to positively impact the region.
Maintain momentum on student success measures, grant programs, and strategic objectives while identifying ways in which procedural adaptations and efficiencies can best support the district and colleges’ work in these areas.
Advance equity work and evolve DEIA approaches within the varied and changing communities served by the district.
Demonstrate strong and mutually beneficial partnerships with business and industry, across higher education sectors, and with government representatives, to support students, communities, and the economic future of the region.
Carry forward the district’s leadership in modeling impactful student-focused innovations while maintaining institutional integrity through sustainable fiscal practices.

Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by Thursday, November 2, 2023, by 5 pm (PDT), are assured consideration.

Apply Now! Job Description

Collapse All

Minimum Qualifications

Desirable Qualifications

Ideal Characteristics

Embraces the Mission of the Community College in California

Exhibits awareness of the California community college and has management experience in navigating relevant issues. Implements policies and practices guided by the diverse needs of students and the community; and promotes rigor that results in high student achievement to advance the mission of the community college.

Leadership

Has a clear commitment to a collegial environment and inclusion in important decision-making processes. Exhibits a collaborative leadership style with all constituent groups to accomplish critical institutional objectives. Understands the philosophy and practices that are the foundations of AB1725.

Values Diversity

Embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms as a District-wide value. Focuses on meeting the needs of underserved student and community populations. Seeks diversity in employee positions.

Effective Organizational Leadership

Understands how instruction, student services, academic support services, business and administrative services, and technology interface to effectively support student learning and other institutional processes. Is aware of the complexities of a multi-college district and exhibits an ability to foster cooperation between district colleges and allocate resources equitably and effectively.

Effective Fiscal and Resource Management

Understands the role of finances in planning, budgeting, assessing, and leading continuous improvement. Effectively manages all resources to advance the purposes of the district.

Courage to Lead in Difficult Times

Has the courage and perseverance to address challenges and confrontations. Is deliberate in assessing diverse and conflicting perspectives; brings those perspectives to consensus and successful outcomes. Is an effective, data-informed decision maker and manager of change. Is action- and results-oriented, innovative and creative, and responds to situations in a timely manner, particularly in periods of uncertain funding or disruption.

Effectively Motivates Others

Inspires trust and confidence through strong motivational skills. Exhibits outstanding communication skills, a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and enthusiasm for the work of the organization. Is a successful Courage to Lead in Difficult Timesteam builder with a proven ability to motivate members of all constituent groups to perform at their best.

Highest Ethics and Integrity

ExMaintains high visibility and has successful experience in cultivating and maintaining external relationships at the local, regional, state, and national levels. Commits personally and supports others in seeking external forms of resources through formal organizations, such as foundations, and community partnerships.hibits personal/professional ethics and integrity in all behavior and relationships with a strong sense of transparency, fairness, and equity in all decision making.

Advancing External Relationships

Maintains high visibility and has successful experience in cultivating and maintaining external relationships at the local, regional, state, and national levels. Commits personally and supports others in seeking external forms of resources through formal organizations, such as foundations, and community partnerships.

Positive Labor Group Relations

Understands the California collective bargaining environment and the need to work effectively with all formal employee groups. Has relevant experience addressing the successful achievement of negotiations outcomes

Effective Leadership in a Multi-College District Environment

Understands the Chancellor’s role within the authority structure in a multi-college district. Engages with authority in a creative, innovative, and respectful manner. Takes and gives authority appropriately with the Board of Trustees and both District and campus leadership.

Women in leadership event