Director of Campus Life - Campus Life & Student Learning /Student Services - Modesto Junior College at InsideHigherEd

Job Title:

Director of Campus Life - Campus Life & Student Learning /Student Services - Modesto Junior College

Site:

Modesto Junior College

Salary Range/Other:

Management Salary Schedule (2025-2026) Range 32: $8,087 to $10,275 monthly or $8,338 to $10,526 monthly with earned Doctorate. New appointees will receive year-for-year credit for prior management experience to a maximum of Step C.

Benefits :

The District currently pays for a health options for the employee and dependents. Employees may elect to pay a premium for a higher health option. Vision care and dental insurance premiums for the employee and dependents is District paid. Income protection and life insurance premiums for the employee are also District paid. The estimated cost of District provided benefits (health, dental, vision, and life) is $24,408 annually.

Scope of Assignment:

DEFINITIONUnder the direction of the Dean of Student Services or designated administrator, the Director of Campus Life provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for campus life programs that foster student engagement, leadership development, and co-curricular learning. The position ensures programs align with the mission of Modesto Junior College and meet the diverse needs of students through equity-minded practices. The Director of Campus Life is the advisor to Associated Students (ASMJC), plans, oversees, and manages the administrative activities and operations pertaining to the Associated Students, including budget management, all pertinent administrative and classified personnel actions.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXCERCISEDReceives general administrative direction from the Dean of Student Services or designated administrator.Provides direct supervision to Campus Life staff and student employees.

Minimum Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The Education/Experience, Knowledge and Ability requirements are representative of essential duties. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education and Experience:

• Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or Leadership, Social/Behavioral sciences or closely related field. Master’s preferred.
• Experience: One year of successful administrative experience, preferred at the community college level, and three to four years of professional experience in student affairs, student activities, counseling, leadership development, or a related field.

Knowledge of:

• Effective instructional, student development and instructional support practices at the community college.
• Current issues related to student services, instruction and articulation for the success of all students.
• Sensitivity to and interest in the critical role of student support service to the success of community college students, faculty, and staff.
• Understanding of and commitment to shared governance.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• High degree of professionalism and integrity.
• Efficient administrative practices through an integrated approach to planning, budgeting, and scheduling
• Understanding of good pedagogical practices for adult learners.

Ability to:

• Work in a collaborative manner as a team member in division, college and district-wide activities and projects.
• Support of the comprehensive community college mission.
• Demonstrate commitment to community and campus activities.
• Work with diverse student populations.
• Develop effective educational, student support services and student development programs to meet the needs of the College.
• Manipulate relevant technology to access, analyze and report relevant data and other programmatic information.
• Effective budget management practices, with special emphasis on categorically funded programs.
• Collaborate with others to strengthen intra-College, community, and District-wide staff relations.
• Support staff development, achieve hiring success, enhance evaluation, recognize and mitigate personnel issues, and resolves conflicts.
• Develop and nurture an effective student/learner center environment.
• Demonstrate experience working with student services programs at the college or university level

Desirable Qualifications:

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Desirable Professional Characteristics:

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Example of Duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide leadership and oversight for assigned programs including Associated Students of Modesto Junior College (ASMJC), Campus Clubs, Project LEAD, Project GIVE, and other campus life initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive Campus Life program that includes student government (ASMJC), Inter-Club Council, student clubs/organizations, student engagement initiatives, and co-curricular programs.
• Plan, coordinate, and assess student activities, events, and leadership development opportunities.
• Oversee student government budgets, serve as liaison between student government and college administration/faculty/staff, attend senate meetings, and mentor student leaders.
• Provide leadership for the TouchNet OneCard initiative, with primary responsibility for the Mobile 360u Student ID system, ensuring integration with campus services, vendor compliance, and enhanced student access.
• Provide oversight of the general operations of the Student Center and Mary Stuart Rogers Building, ensuring effective use, scheduling, and student-centered services.
• Develop, monitor, and manage departmental budgets, plans, records, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to student services.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain data on campus life programs to inform planning and reporting.
• Foster an inclusive campus environment that promotes belonging, equity, and active student learning beyond the classroom.
• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate signature campus events, including but not limited to: Westfest, Welcome Day, Women’s Empowerment Luncheon, and MJC Commencement,
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of this role.

Licenses and Certificates:

Licenses and Certificates:

• Possession of valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Physical and Mental Standards:

Physical and Mental Standards*:

• Mobility: ability to sit for long periods, move about an office, stand occasionally, reach above and below desk level.
• Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a keyboard, handle individual papers, write and take notes.
• Lifting: occasional lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work, ability to adjust focus frequently.
• Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person.
• Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including some public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is generally performed in a standard office environment.
• Hours of work may not coincide with the hours of normal campus activity. Some weekend and evening work required.

Additional Applicant Information:

Applications are accepted online only at:
https://www.yosemite.edu/recruitment/employmentopportunities/
Select Job Openings, Select Search Jobs, Select Job Title, Create an account and Apply to this job.

SELECTION PROCEDURES
Only online application packets will be accepted including:

• YCCD Administrative online application, including contact information for at least three professional references .
• Resume
• Personal letter of interest
• Unofficial Transcripts

Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee which will select candidates to be interviewed.
Those applicants selected for personal interview will be notified by email or phone. In accordance with Board policy official offers of employment will be made only by the Chancellor or Vice Chancellor/Human Resources, YCCD. Final appointment is subject to confirmation by the Board of Trustees.
Federal law requires the District employ only US citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. Written verification of employment eligibility is required.

BACKGROUND CHECK: A background investigation of new employees is required, including reference checks and a state criminal history report. Employment will not begin until the history check has been cleared by Human Resources. The cost for the criminal history report will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.

The District may hire more than one applicant from this applicant pool.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The Yosemite Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of Yosemite Community College District (Modesto Junior College and Columbia College) not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in its educational programs and its employment practices. YCCD BP 3410 Nondiscrimination can be found at: https://www.yosemite.edu/trustees/board_policy/3410%20Nondiscrimination.pdf

Title IX Sexual Harassment regulations define Title IX Sexual Harassment to include four terms “as defined in” the Clery Act and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA): Sexual Assault, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, and Stalking.

In accordance with 34 C.F.R. §§ 100.6(d), 104.8, and 106.9; and 28 C.F.R. § 35.106, the following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504/Title II policies:

District Title IX/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Yosemite Community College District
2201 Blue Gum Ave., Modesto, CA 95358

Open Date:

11/13/2025

Close Date:

12/04/2025

Open Until Filled:

No