Instructional Systems Specialist

Instructional Systems Specialist

Salary: $6,827.00 - $9,656.00 Monthly

Location : Saddleback College - Mission Viejo, CA

Job Type: SC - Staff (Full-Time)

Job Number: 202400909

Office, Division, or School: SC-Office of Instruction

Opening Date: 05/22/2026

Closing Date: 6/22/2026

Hours per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Application Instructions

• Complete all sections and fields on the application and attach all required documents – incomplete applications may not be considered.

• Include all relevant education, training, and/or experience on the application.

• Do not include any personally identifiable, confidential, or otherwise unrequested information that does not pertain to job related factors (e.g., social security number, date of birth, pictures, etc.) on your application or attached documents.

• For job postings with a close date, all applications received by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) on the job posting close date, will receive consideration.

• For job postings with an initial screening date, all applications received by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) on the job posting initial screening date, will receive priority consideration; however, typically the job posting will remain open, and continue to accept applications, until the position is filled.Description

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under direction from the appropriate level manager or administrator, performs a wide range of complex administrative, analytical, and technical duties related to instructional services (i.e. catalog, schedule development) and college/program effectiveness; coordinates a variety of complex projects and assignments for instructional services; may exercise technical and functional oversight of lower-level staff, temporary employees, and student workers.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Performs specialized and complex administrative responsibilities that require advanced technical knowledge of processes related to and supporting instruction in order to make decisions and complete assignments; plans and/or determines specific processes, procedures, technology, resources or equipment required to meet assigned objectives and solve non-routine problems; receives only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual, or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or reasonably related duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Plans, coordinates, and conducts administrative and operational reviews for instructional services; recommends solutions based on findings; designs, develops, and coordinates implementation and evaluation of instructional administrative and operational systems and procedures; identifies operational needs to improve processes; recommends changes for increased efficiency and effectiveness in office operations and workflow management; participates in the development of new/revised procedures to accommodate changes; participates in the rollouts of new procedures, programs, software, technology, and services; assists with training others on updates and changes; documents existing systems processes, including workflow processes and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of

• Operation, procedures, and policies of college instructional programs.

• Federal, state, and local laws, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to area of assignment.

• Tools, techniques, and terminology used in compiling and manipulating statistical data.

• Principles and practices of workflow analysis.

Ability to

• Analyze existing work processes and develop improved methodologies and procedures.

• Liaison with other district and/or college faculty and administrators.

• Identify and interpret technical and numerical information.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Education/Training

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, social science, computer information systems, computer science, or a related field.

Experience

Three years of responsible technical or professional administrative experience, preferably in an educational environment.

Licenses, Certificates, and/or Other Requirements:

A valid California driver’s license and proof of insurability may be required for some positions to drive a District or personal vehicle to attend meetings or pick up/deliver documents or other materials.

Notice to all Candidates for Employment

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. The South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) will not sponsor any visa applications.

Employees must reside in California while employed with the SOCCCD.

A California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree may not accept employment until after the first 180 days of retirement. Anyone retired from CalPERS accepting permanent employment with the SOCCCD will be required to reinstate as an active CalPERS member. Please contact CalPERS for additional information regarding your retirement status.

Any active vested member of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), who accepts employment with the SOCCCD to perform service that requires membership in CalPERS, is eligible to elect to continue retirement system coverage under CalSTRS

Disability Accommodations

If you require special accommodations in the application and/or evaluation process, please notify Human Resources at least two (2) business days prior to the job posting close or initial screening date, by either calling (949) 582-4850 or sending an e-mail to ***email_hidden***.

Attendance Requirement

All SOCCCD employees are required to report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.

Campus Crime and Safety Awareness

Information regarding campus crime and safety awareness can be found at www.ivc.edu or www.saddleback.edu. Paper copies are available in the Human Resources office upon request.

Non-Discrimination Notice

The SOCCCD provides access to its services, classes, and programs without regard to national origin, immigration status, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, color, medical condition, military and veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

California Fair Chance Act

The SOCCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the SOCCCD is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Equal Employment Opportunity

The SOCCCD is looking for equity and inclusion-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present within our community.

The SOCCCD is committed to ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed in their classes and as such, to eliminating institutional barriers that disproportionately impact students of color. Irvine Valley College and Saddleback College are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, and faculty from diverse backgrounds can thrive academically and professionally.

Irvine Valley College (IVC) serves approximately 21,584 students, reflecting a rich diversity: 41% Asian, 2% Black/African-American, 21% Hispanic/Latino, 8% Southwest Asian and North African, 5% two or more races, and 21% White in Fall 2024.

Similarly, Saddleback College (SC) serves around 25,789 students, with demographics showing 12% Asian, 2% Black/African-American, 29% Hispanic/Latino, 5% two or more races, and 47% White in Fall 2024.

These numbers underscore the importance of our commitment to eliminating equity gaps across all student demographics through implementing dynamic, student-centered practices and policies. To support the academic and career success of our diverse student body, we seek a candidate who will actively contribute to our mission of inclusivity and support. The ideal candidate's values will align with SOCCCD’s goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).

THE SOCCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER