Job Details

San Mateo County Community College District

Part-Time Distance Education Coordinator (Pool)

Position Number: 6505942
Location: San Mateo, CA
Position Type: Distance Education Programs

Part-Time Distance Education Coordinator (Pool)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Schedule: Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based upon education and credited experience. Initial placement can range from $60.01 to $75.10 per hour (Salary Schedule AJ - Special Rate).

Months Per Year: Semester assignments as needed

Mandated Reporter: Yes

Campus Security Authority: No

The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.

The ideal candidate has excellent organizational skills and is a sophisticated communicator who interfaces with colleagues, faculty, staff, and administration at the campus and district to assist with project management, training, documenting, and reporting on initiatives relating to distance education.

Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate the development of projects in support of distance education courses and programs
Provide leadership in promoting effective distance education pedagogies at the College in collaboration with instructional designers
Lead campus efforts to align the College's distance education programs with guidelines related to accreditation
Coordinate the College's distance education courses and programs following state Title V and Chancellor's Office regulations
Actively participate as a delegate for the College's membership in the statewide Distance Education Coordinators Organization (DECO)
Consult regularly with deans and directors concerning the delivery of appropriate distance education courses and support services
Regularly attend Curriculum Committee meetings and assist with Distance Education addendum consultation and facilitation
Regularly attend assigned committee meetings (i.e., Technology Advisory Committee, District Distance Education Advisory Committee) to provide input in the development of online instructional programs and faculty training/professional development
Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to ensure that current and future distance education activities and technologies meet student and community needs
Work collaboratively as a member of the Center for Transformative Teaching & Learning team and support facilitating its goals centered on distance education
Contribute suggestions for improving and maintaining websites relating to distance education
Prepare and participate in developing reports as necessary in support of the distance education strategic planning
Provide information, as needed, to assist the Dean in preparing the operational budget as related to distance education
Maintain relationships with student support programs as they relate to equity in distance education
Maintain office and support hours at times appropriate to the needs of faculty, students, and staff, as well as participate in department and division meetings
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned

Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience)

Knowledge of:

Policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations of the College's programs and functions, and how to interpret and apply them

Skills and Abilities:

Manage the development of innovative programs and services to meet the diverse needs and interests of the community
Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment and software
Develop and maintain interpersonal relationships
Coordinate, support, and assess distance education courses and programs
Establish feasible program goals and evaluate program results
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Prepare clear, comprehensive, and accurate reports, presentations, and correspondence
Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports
Effectively utilize computer equipment, software, information management systems, and course management systems in the performance of duties
Identify and respond to faculty issues, concerns, and needs with regard to distance education
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Meet schedules and timelines
Work independently with little direction

Job Requirements:

Master's degree or above in an applicable discipline, either directly offered or indirectly related to instruction at a community college OR the equivalent (see below)
Three years of online/hybrid instructional experience at the community college or university level
Three years of relevant leadership experience working in online education development, including program planning and subsequent reporting
Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice both within and outside of the classroom.

Preferred

Recent experience working with racially minoritized and other disproportionately-impacted students in educational contexts, and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups within higher education and particular fields shape patterns of participation and outcomes
Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized and other disproportionately impacted students
Experience and skill with addressing inequity in the classroom and on campus
Experience and expertise in culturally responsive teaching in technology
Demonstrated ability to address equity gaps within technology courses and classrooms
Demonstrated knowledge of the implications of the Hispanic-Serving and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution designations for institutional, departmental, and instructional practices
Experience teaching in a community college online environment
Experience with distance education programming and development in a community college setting
Experience in professional development/professional learning development, and leadership
Experience leading programs and/or projects in distance education in a higher education environment
Understanding of compliance regulations regarding online instruction
Experience with instructional design practices and methods
Experience with instructional technology applications and support
Bilingual/bi-cultural skills

Note: If you believe your degree, academic background, or professional achievements are equivalent to the stated minimum qualifications, please complete the Application for Equivalence - For Faculty Positions (you may choose more than one category), which is available as an option during the application submission process. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above do not need to complete this form.

a) Degree Equivalence
The employee or applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise or the coursework is slightly different. Equivalence is established through analysis of transcripts and coursework.

b) Academic Background Equivalence
Related to disciplines in which a Master's degree is not generally expected or available. The employee or applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units (or equivalent) of coursework in the academic field being applied for, and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following:

i. a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and

ii. a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by coursework required for the degree major.

c) Professional Achievement Equivalence
The employee or applicant must have completed the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The employee or applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that their preparation, teaching experience, work experience, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications.

Additional Information:
Safety: to promote a safe working and learning environment employees must report any unsafe working conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incident to their supervisor.

Position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
Position is a Responsible Employee under the Equity in Education Act and Title IX

Work Demands

The environmental, physical, and mental demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Environmental: typical on-site office environment; in-person work expected with potential to participate in the District's telework program, as available.

Frequent hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and online
Comprehend speech at normal levels
Upper limb dexterity to operate computers and peripheral equipment
Vision sufficient for daily and frequent use of computers, databases, and written materials
Sitting for extended periods of time
Frequent bending at the waist
Physical presence at on-site locations
Communicate and interact with others
Observe and interpret people and situations
Learn and apply new information or skills
Perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks
Perform highly detailed work under changing priorities and deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks
Work with frequent interruptions
Self-regulate emotion and behavior

Benefits: Academic employees participate in the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California or they may choose to participate in the STRS Cash Balance program or Social Security.

EEO Statement: San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities.

Our EEO Plan, grounded in Title 5 regulations, is developed and monitored by an EEO Advisory Committee, reviewed at least every three years, and supported by regular training for all members of selection and screening committees. We collect and analyze recruitment and retention data to measure progress and identify barriers.

Annual Security Report

San Mateo County Community College District's (SMCCCD) 2024 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years (2021-2023) concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. The 2024 Annual Security Report also outlines various campus safety and security policies concerning crime reporting, prevention and response to sexual and gender violence, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and other matters. The Annual Security Report also includes important tips to help every community member remain safe and avoid becoming a victim of crime. The 2024 Annual Security Report is now available on the Public Safety website. You can also obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at the District Office or any of the three Campuses (650) 738-7000. The report includes information about criminal activity on our campuses, emergency procedures, and resources.

Closes: 6/30/2026

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