ALAMO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Job Description
OPERATING TITLE: CHANCELLOR
Class Code: 4212
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
General Statement of Duties: Serves as the principal administrative
official responsible for providing the leadership and strategic vision for all
operations of the
Supervision exercised: Provides leadership and administrative direction to top management.
Responsible to: The Board of Trustees
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:*
As Chief Executive and Administrative Officer of the Alamo Community College District, the Chancellor is responsible to the Board of Trustees for:
Providing the vision and leadership to carry out ACCD’s mission.
Enhancing student retention and success.
Planning and developing long-range programs.
Developing and directing the academic affairs, student affairs, and administrative organization and operations.
Planning and controlling financial requirements and operations through approved budgets.
Interpreting and implementing the policies of the Board of Trustees.
Representing the District to the community, governmental agencies, and other institutions and organizations.
Reporting to and advising the Board of Trustees on the needs, plans, and activities of the organization.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:*
Establish academic and administrative policies in accordance with the objectives, policies, and Strategic Plan of the Board of Trustees.
Ascertain that academic standards are maintained and, where appropriate, strengthened.
Provide for compliance with statutes, regulations, policies, and accreditation requirements.
Administer the Capital Improvement Program effectively and transparently, in keeping with the community’s trust.
Develop long-range plans for growth and improvement to meet future requirements.
Develop the academic and administrative organization needed to meet objectives and approve the selection of personnel needed to staff the organization.
Coordinate the development of short-range plans and financial budgets and submit to the Board of Trustees for final approval.
Represent the students, administration, faculty, and staff to the Board of Trustees.
Review and control the cost of operation in accordance with approved budgets and plans.
Approve capital expenditures as authorized by the Board of Trustees and to strictly monitor its disbursements.
Direct the acquisition of real property as authorized by the Board of Trustees in accordance with the plans and policies of the District.
Represent the District in major functions and organizations.
Coordinate with other educational institutions and agencies as required.
Review and provide for the development and improvement of academic and administrative personnel.
Conduct Performance Evaluations on all college Presidents, Vice Chancellors, and members of the Chancellor’s staff.
Ensure that a sound program of public relations and marketing is developed and administered.
Coordinate the preparation and submission of all required official reports.
Provide for the protection and insurance of the assets of the District by active management of legal, physical, and other risks.
Recommend personnel policies and programs to the Board of Trustees and direct the administration and implementation of approved policies and programs.
Provide periodic reports to each member of the Board of Trustees describing action taken on significant issues.
* Perform related duties as assigned by the Board of Trustees.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT
Master’s degree is required. Earned doctorate from an accredited institution is preferred.
Some teaching and/or administrative experience in an institution of higher education is preferred.
Have experience in a multi-cultural and pluralistic setting, and have a demonstrated commitment to the concept of equal access and equal opportunity for all.
Have demonstrated skill in budgeting, marketing, communication, problem-solving, and human relations in a large and complex organization.
Regular and recurring work is performed in a work environment that involves normal everyday low risks or discomforts typical of offices. Work areas are adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
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Approval Signature Date