Position Information
Job Title Executive Assistant to the College President Position Number CCN999 Location Cypress College Department CC President's Office Administration Percentage of Employment 100% Months of Employment 12 Months Per Year Work Schedule Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs.) About Us:
ABOUT US
Do you strive to make a difference in higher education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity to be a part of our students' educational success and lifelong learning? If so, we invite you to join North Orange County Community College District. We are proud to enroll over 60,000 students and serve a population of over one million people, annually! Home to more than 2,600 employees, our highly skilled, professional, and diverse faculty and staff are leading two of California's premier colleges, Cypress Community College and Fullerton Community College, as well as one of the largest continuing education programs, North Orange Continuing Education.
The ideal candidate will share Cypress College's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Cypress College student body is incredibly diverse, with over 46% Latinx, 24% Asian/Pacific Islander, 16% Caucasian, 4% African American, and 0.18% American Indian/Alaskan Native. Students from over 30 countries join our International Student program every year. The College believes in creating an inclusive and multicultural learning experience where faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds can contribute to the development of our students.
Cypress College is ranked 3rd in the nation (among community colleges between 5,000 and 15,000 students) for the quality of faculty/teaching and 1st in California (out of 114) in the 2018 and 2020 Best Community Colleges report by Niche.com. Cypress College epitomizes an environment of academic excellence, underscored by our 53% completion rate, a full 7% higher than the state average. Whether it is vocational studies such as our T-TEN program, a collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation which is ranked #1 in the nation, or academic programs, such as English and ESL, where the success rate of our students is 15% higher than statewide averages, Cypress College sets the benchmark for excellence. Cypress College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was awarded a DHSI Title V grant in 2019, as well as named an Equity Champion for our support for Latinx transfer in 2021 and 2022. The college is also eligible for designation as an Asian American, Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI). Cypress College is proud of its many programs that serve our diverse student body, such as the Legacy and Puente programs. The College provides many avenues of support for our faculty and staff through networks that include the Latino, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and LGBTQ Faculty Staff Associations.
College employees are guided by the five core values of Excellence, Integrity, Collegiality and Inclusiveness, centered in Equity. We are a Guided Pathways institution, and our comprehensive Student Services programs support and enhance strategic goals related to access, retention and persistence initiatives on campus. In partnership with instructional faculty, our student services staff and faculty strive to implement innovative strategies to ensure all students succeed and experience a culturally relevant environment on campus.
Cypress College is an equity-minded institution, committed to ensuring all students are supported on their academic journey. We invite you to be a part of this celebrated and diverse community of learners where we put students first. More information can be found at www.cypresscollege.edu .
What We Offer:
WHAT WE OFFER
- 100% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage (up to $$11,620.58 for one dependent or $18,592.86 for two or more dependents annually)
- Fringe allowance to be used at employee's discretion (up to $2,646.10 annually)
- Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account
- $50,000 life insurance benefit
- Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans)
- Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS)
- Abundant Professional Growth & Development Opportunities (Receive up to $3,500 annually)
- 20 paid holidays + Paid vacation
- Cumulative sick leave
- Summer schedule (exceptions apply)
- Receive Premium Pay for years of continuous service: From 5% at 5 years, up to 36% at 36 years
- District paid employee post-retirement medical (for those who qualify)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion
- Progressive and innovative culture
- Opportunity to participate in various Faculty & Staff Associations
Primary Purpose
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Pursuant to California Education Code Sections 88003 and 88003.1, this position is designated as Confidential within the classified service. Incumbents in this designation are assigned duties that require regular access to or participation in matters related to collective bargaining on behalf of the District. As a result of these responsibilities, confidential employees are excluded from represented bargaining units and are classified separately within the District's classified service structure.
The Executive Assistant to the College President provides high-level administrative and executive support to the College President. This role is essential in managing the office's day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth communication between the President and other college departments, and handling the coordination of special projects and board items. The Executive Assistant plays a key role in supporting the President's strategic initiatives, maintaining confidentiality, and representing the President's office in interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
Distinguishing Characteristics
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Executive Assistant to the College President is distinguished by its responsibility for supporting the highest executive office within the college. This role demands exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to handle complex, sensitive issues independently. The position requires a deep understanding of the college's operations, as well as the ability to work effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, including the Board of Trustees.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Executive Support
Provides comprehensive support to the College President, including managing schedules, preparing briefing materials, and coordinating executive communications.
Handles highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
Prepares and manages the President's correspondence, reports, and presentations.
Sets up and coordinates formal appeal hearings, including but not limited to panel members from other colleges; composes and distributes formal hearing documents and decision letters.
Board and Reporting Support
Coordinates the preparation and submission of board items, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines.
Assists with the compilation and analysis of data for state and federal reporting, audits, and program reviews.
Special Event/Project Coordination and Accreditation Process Support
Plans, oversees, coordinates, and promotes a wide array of District and/or campus-wide special events, ceremonies, and projects in support of the President's Office and/or the District/campus initiatives, goals, and objectives including but not limited to receptions, welcome events, commencement, opening day, and investitures. Partners with District and campus departments and staff to organize, schedule, and execute assigned special events and projects. Identifies, negotiates, and contracts with external vendors, speakers, and/or other individual or organizational entities for services provided.
Partners with internal and external departments and organizations to promote and market events throughout the District, campus, and local communities.
Assists President with Accreditation Team site visits including but not limited to site tours and meeting coordination and administrative support, as needed. Ensures compliance with accreditation requirements.
May participate as a member of the campus accreditation team.
Budget and Fiscal Support
Tracks, monitors, and reconciles assigned budgets; reviews and verifies account activities, identifies errors or inconsistencies, and works with accounting to make appropriate adjustments.
Performs routine accounting responsibilities related to Grants, HSI budget, assigned program budgets, and all budgets under the president's control; prepares and generates accounting or budgeting reports, as directed.
Communication, Collaboration, and Coordination
Collaborates with the President's executive team to support strategic initiatives, program reviews, and accreditation efforts. May assist with identifying and addressing gaps in business processes and areas of improvement across the organization and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness in the decision-making process.
Acts as a liaison between the President's office and other college departments, as well as external organizations.
Manages the President's electronic communication systems, ensuring seamless interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
Support for Onboarding/Offboarding
Supports the President in managing the onboarding and offboarding processes for executive staff, with a focus on adhering to collective bargaining agreements.
Provides guidance on interpreting and applying collective bargaining agreements in executive operations.
Technology and Process Improvement
Utilizes advanced technology for communication, data analysis, and presentation creation.
Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Champions DEIA initiatives on behalf of the President's office.
Ensures that all department operations and interactions promote inclusivity and equity.
General
Performs other related duties that support the overall objective of the position.
Working Relationships
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
The incumbent engages and maintains contact with various District administrators, management, faculty, staff, students, vendors, government agencies and organizations, higher education institutions, the California State Chancellor's Office, and the public.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge:
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the operational and strategic responsibilities of a College President.
- Knowledge and understanding of state and federal regulations affecting higher education, particularly in areas of reporting and compliance.
- Knowledge of the California Education Code related to the area of assignment.
- Knowledge and familiarity with accreditation processes, program reviews, and institutional planning.
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of DEIA principles and their application in higher education settings.
- Knowledge of computer systems, applications, and software programs and platforms such as Maxient and Banner.
- Knowledge of emerging technologies and communication tools relevant to higher education administration.
Skills:
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle high-pressure situations.
- Advanced communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to draft, edit, and present complex materials.
- Data collection, analysis, reporting, and the use of technology to enhance office operations.
- Event planning and coordination skills, including the ability to manage logistics and details for meetings, workshops, and special events.
- Proficiency in computer software programs, applications, dat...