Victor Valley College
Salary: $133,584.00 - $187,968.00 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time (Exempt)
Job Number: 2026-649 DIRTECHOP
Location: Victor Valley College 18422 Bear Valley Road Victorville, CA 92395, CA
Department: Information Technology
Closing: 7/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Basic Functions
INTERIM POSITION LIMITED DURATION FOR ONE YEAR
FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 28, 2026
THIS POSITION IS ASSIGNED TO THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS IS EXEMPT
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - Comprehensive benefit package which includes:
District paid medical, dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents.
District paid $100,000 life insurance policy for the employee.
Educational Management participation in CalSTRS Retirement System.
Classified Administrators participation in CalPERS Retirement System.
20 paid holidays; 22 vacation days
CARING CAMPUS
Victor Valley College is a Caring Campus institution. We are committed to improving student retention and success through intentional, welcoming practices across our college community. Employees at Victor Valley College foster connection, belonging, and student-centered support from the first point of contact. This includes practicing behaviors such as the 10-foot rule, offering warm referrals, wearing nametags, and maintaining cross-department awareness to ensure students feel seen, supported, and valued. We cultivate a collaborative, culture-focused environment where every manager, faculty and staff member plays an active role in advancing student persistence and completion.
DEFINITION
Under the direction of an area administrator, plan, organize, direct and control multiple information systems projects and tasks; train, supervise and evaluate assigned staff; monitor and coordinate technical activities with other departments to ensure that technology systems interact effectively, consult on the development of technology solutions.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives administrative direction from the Chief Technology Officer and the Vice President of Administrative Services. Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This management classification is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing the staff and programs of the Districts information technology departments. Positions at this level recommend and implement the programs, projects, goals, and policies and procedures of the functional area(s) to which they are assigned, ensuring alignment with the attraction, retention and academic success of students. Incumbents serve as a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.
Representative Duties
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Plan, organize, schedule, direct and control the activities of multiple information systems projects and tasks assigned; prioritize and schedule work; monitor progress of the projects.
Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
Coordinate technical activities with management, faculty, staff, computer vendors, contractors and/or external agencies.
Implement and monitor work procedures to facilitate communication, resource tracking and standardization of assignments to staff.
Prepare statistical, narrative and/or progress reports regarding resources, operational activities and projects.
Act as escalation point for internal and external customers.
Provide guidance and team leadership to meet organizational goals for incident management and to maintain quality customer service.
Ensure the execution of periodic system administration tasks such as backups, updates, patches, etc. to maintain system availability.
Assist in the development of short-range and long-range plans.
Identify and analyze district computing needs, problems or issues and develop alternative solutions and recommend appropriate action.
Ensure proper resource planning and coverage for assigned activities; ensure timely and successful completion of projects.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains current knowledge of new trends and innovations in the field of technology.
Works productively and cooperatively with others by demonstrating respect, patience, and equitable treatment of all internal and external customers.
Ensures staff observe and comply with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Manage and evaluate external vendors and managed service providers, including contract oversight, service level agreements (SLAs), and performance monitoring.
Participate in procurement processes (RFP/RFQ), vendor selection, and contract administration.
Support data governance practices to ensure data integrity, security, and accessibility for institutional decision making.
Focus on technical operations, infrastructure reliability, and service delivery.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in management, computer information systems, information management or closely related field.
Experience:
Five (5) years of technical support experience, including two (2) years of supervisory/management experience and two (2) years of direct customer service in a technology/customer support environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 10 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
Knowledge and Abilities
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Linux, Mac and Windows desktop environments
Intermediate to advanced concepts and hands on experience with network infrastructure environments including LAN/WAN and mobile computing environments
The TCP/IP OSI Model with experience in Layer 3 networks
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft server technologies, applications, installation, and troubleshooting
Time management skills and practices
Strong organizational, communication, leadership and customer service skills
Functional experience with network security applications, appliances such as firewalls, anti-virus, malware and other related security systems
Backup and Recovery Processes
Experience implementing automated software inventory and deployment technologies
Understanding of implementing a proactive patch management program
Knowledge of infrastructure performance management tools and reporting
Strong verbal, written and presentation skills with ability to effectively interact with internal customers and external business partners
Identity and access management (IAM), multi-factor authentication, and zero-trust principle
Ability to train and develop new and existing employees
Professional demeanor, dependable, and able to maintain confidential information
Flexible, detailed, and able to successfully accept change
Able to work extended hours when required
Interpersonal skills using tack, patience and courtesy
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to:
Plan, develop, organize, direct and coordinate the functions of the information technology department
Read, understand, interpret, explain, and apply a wide range of written materials having technical, legal and policy content
Maintain current knowledge of applications and systems
Assist and relate to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds
Train, direct, supervise, coordinate, and evaluate the work of assigned personnel
Provide technical guidance and recommendations concerning existing computer programs and systems
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Meet schedules and timelines
Work confidentially as needed
Prepare and deliver oral presentations
Recommend and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.
Provide administrative, management, and professional leadership for the department.
Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner.
Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
Effectively representing the department and the District in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
Direct the establishment and maintenance of a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems.
Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
Use tack, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
Demonstrate sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds of community college students.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
VISA
Victor Valley Community College does not sponsor Visas such as H1B Visas.
NEPOTISM POLICY
Victor Valley College is committed to fair hiring practices. We prohibit the employment of relatives or domestic partners as defined by Family Code Section 297 et seq., in the same department in accordance with Board Policy 7310.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
To be considered a candidate for this position, all materials required should be received in the Victor Valley College Office of Human Resources by the First Review Date. Application materials may be accepted after this date, however, if a file is not complete by the First Review Date, the application may not be considered by the Screening Committee. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all requested materials are received. All material included in the application packet become District property, will not be returned, and will not be copied.
All information qualifying an applicant for the position must be included on the Victor Valley College application. If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application, that applicant will be disqualified.
Candidates wishing to apply for more than one position must apply for each position separately.
Applicants may be notified by email during any phase of this recruitment regarding status. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability to assist with completing an application, please contact the Human Resources Department before the listed closing date at (760) 245-4271, extension 2500, or by email at
[email protected]
You may check your status at any time by logging into Victor Valley College Online Application Site click here to open link: School Jobs with your username and password.
A complete file consists of all of the following:
1. A completed Victor Valley College application electronic form
2. A letter expressing interest in the position
3. A current resume
4. Copies of transcripts showing college degrees and coursework. NOTE : Degrees must be from an accredited institution. Applicants with foreign transcripts must have transcripts evaluated for U.S. equivalency by one of the following agencies. Open the link below for a list of agencies that have been approved by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Click here to open link: State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to provide evaluation of college or university course work completed at an institution in a country other than the United States: Commission Approved Foreign Transcript Evaluating Agencies. This evaluation must be completed and submitted prior to your application being included in the application pool. A copy of the evaluation must be attached to each application package. Please note there is a fee for the evaluation service.
Victor Valley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Trustees is committed to supporting recruitment activities that are intentional, professional development opportunities that are meaningful, and instructional processes that support the goals of equal opportunity, equity, and diversity by providing equal consideration for all qualified candidates including but not limited to federally and state protected class, race, color, national origin, disability (mental and physical, including HIV/AIDS, cancer, and genetic characteristics), ancestry, sex/gender (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), age (over 40), marital status, medical condition (genetic characteristics, cancer or a record or history of cancer), military or veteran status, and genetic information.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/vvc/jobs/5417002/interim-director-of-technical-operations
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