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Palomar College

Director, Student Health Services

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

  • The hiring committee will decide if interviews will be conducted in person at the College or via Zoom. Travel expenses for first-level interviews are not reimbursed by the College. Second-level travel reimbursement is only available for eligible candidates. HR will notify those who are eligible when second-level interviews are scheduled.

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title
Director, Student Health Services

Department
Student Health Services (Dept)

Primary Location
San Marcos Campus

Location Details
  • Palomar has multiple campus locations (San Marcos, Escondido, Rancho Bernardo and Fallbrook); training may occur at any of these locations and the work location is subject to change depending on future department needs.
  • Requires travel to other District locations.

Full or Part Time
Full-Time

Category
Administrative

Hours per week
Exempt Position

Number of Months
12 month

Work Schedule
Exempt Position

Grade
66

Salary/Wage
  • $10,944.52 [step 1] – $13,329.02 [step 5]. Step placement may be negotiable dependent upon education and experience. Administrators that possess earned doctorates from accredited institutions are awarded an annual stipend of $1,842.81.

Salary/Wage Frequency
Monthly

Benefits
In addition to a competitive compensation structure, Palomar College also offers an extremely generous benefits package.
  • Insurance fully paid for employees and their eligible dependents: four medical plans, dental HMO, and the vision plan (additional plans are available that require employee buy up/monthly contribution)
  • Vacation, sick leave and 25 paid holidays
  • $80,000 employee term life/accident insurance policy (additional buy up options available)
  • Employee long-term care insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) – Confidential free counseling, financial, legal, personal and professional development resources for all members of your household
  • Additional buy up options available for other voluntary insurance benefits
  • Enrollment in CalSTRS (California State Teachers Retirement System)


The estimated maximum value of this employer-paid benefits package is approximately $31,245.84 annually.

Primary Function
Responsible for providing leadership, planning, and evaluation of the Student Health Services department, including administering the program as a non-profit center; developing and administering budgets; developing and implementing policies and procedures; and providing advanced nursing care and follow-up when necessary. Maintains liaisons with health-related partners and health care facilities.

Minimum Qualifications
To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications:
  • Experience: Five years of clinical nursing experience, including two years of management or supervisory experience.
  • Note: For work experience, a “year” is defined as equivalent to 40 hours per week for 12 months. For management/supervisory experience, the experience must be at a professional level (i.e. evaluation and/or discipline of staff).


AND

  • Education and Certification: Must meet one of the following sets of qualifications under 1) or 2) below:
    • A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in nursing AND a California Public Health Nurse Certificate.
    • A Master’s degree in health education, sociology, psychology, counseling, health care administration, public health, or community health AND a Bachelor’s degree in nursing AND a California Public Health Nurse certificate.
Only coursework completed at, and degrees awarded by, accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education will be considered as satisfying the minimum qualifications. Coursework and degrees that are completed outside of the United States are required to have transcripts evaluated (evaluation to U.S. equivalency and a course by course analysis) by an appropriate U.S. credentials evaluation service. For a list of credentials evaluation agencies accepted by Palomar College, visit the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) website at http://www.naces.org, or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) website at http://aice-eval.org/.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Antiracism (DEIAA) Statement
Palomar College serves over 30,000 students from a variety of backgrounds and we are proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our student body is rich in its diversity. Click here to see a quick overview of our student demographics on our recent Student Fact Sheet.

Palomar College is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and antiracism (DEIAA). We are dedicated to empowering students to succeed and are guided by our core values; some of which are the following:
  • Access – We make education possible for everyone.
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We recognize and respect diversity, seek to foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, and strive to address inequities.


All positions require cultural competency which includes the sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Community college administration experience.

Licenses and/or Certificates
  • A valid, current California license as a Registered Nurse by time of appointment.
  • A valid, current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications by time of appointment.
  • A valid, current California Advanced Practice and Public Health Nurse Certification by time of appointment.
  • Possession of an appropriate, valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.

Supervision Received and Exercised
Supervision Received From: Dean, Student Life and Leadership

Supervision Given: Classified, hourly, and volunteer staff

Duties and Responsibilities
Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Performs full supervisory activities in accordance with relevant District policies, procedures, and applicable employee contracts/handbooks, which includes selecting and training new employees; planning, assigning, scheduling, and evaluating completed work; approving overtime/compensatory time; preparing and signing employee performance evaluations; recommending reclassifications; responding to grievances and taking appropriate disciplinary action; and performing related supervisory activities; provides supervision to Nurse Practitioners and Registered Nurses performing advanced level nursing practice protocols, including crisis intervention, mental health assessment, and guidance and advanced practice in specialty areas.
  • Plans, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates all aspects of the Student Health Services department, including, but not limited to assessing and treating medical illnesses and injuries; referring patients to and following up with physicians, community health care providers, and/or human services agencies; coordinating general health screenings, health education presentations, and communicable disease prevention; collaborates with District personnel and departments in the District-wide coordination of emergency response and crisis intervention.
  • Collaborates with internal departments and external agencies to evaluate and interpret Federal, State, and local regulations, policies, and procedures, evaluating needs, options and funding requirements.
  • Plans, organizes, directs and controls the activities, services and operations of the overall Student Health Services program; allocates personnel and resources to optimize departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
  • In collaboration with the Director, Behavioral Health and Wellness, directs the Student Health Services function by developing the annual implementation plan for each District education center and student health clinic and for administering Student Health Services program components including medical clinics, nursing clinics, pharmacy drug distribution, emergency care and crisis intervention and community health programs.
  • Administers the Student Health Services program as an autonomous non-profit center; negotiates contracts with vendors, physicians and with the California Department of Public Health; provides for cost-effective operations in each facility; establishes profit margins and assures Student Health Services operations and activities are within health fee revenues collected and identified in Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations.
  • Develops marketing plans, communications campaigns, and activities to promote Student Health Services programs and enhance health awareness; prepares and delivers presentations; develops and distributes informational materials; develops and promotes health instruction and awareness throughout the District for students on a variety of health-related topics.
  • In collaboration with the Director, Behavioral Health and Wellness, administers, prepares, submits and monitors the annual budgets for student health fees, student clinic fee for services, employee fee for service, community fee for service and grants; researches and approves expenditures for services, supplies and equipment according to established policies; ensures use of funds complies with the California Education Code and Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations.
  • Develops and revises policies and procedures relating to the overall health and safety program of the District; develops innovative campus and community health programs in coordination with the District’s Strategic Plan, Student Services plan, and state and federal laws.
  • Assures health programs address the needs of the District’s diverse and multicultural student populations; provides consultation and support to District departments and programs that serve students with special needs, including, but not limited, to the Disability Resource Center, Extended Opportunity Programs and Services, International Students, Veterans Services, the Pride Center, and English as a Second Language.
  • Provides advanced practice nursing care and follow-up; directs and ensures the proper administration of clinical laboratory tests; directs Student Health Services activities and staff to arrange patient referrals to appropriate community resources.
  • In collaboration with Student Health Services staff, behavioral health counseling services staff, the District, and community service agencies, develops, implements, and evaluates educational and outreach activities on the prevention, recognition, and treatment of a variety of health-related issues.
  • Provides communication on behalf of the District for the Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control including prevention, regulations and recommendations for the prevention of communicable diseases; updates policies and procedures.
  • Coordinates with the Environmental Health and Safety department and the Palomar College Police Department to formulate, communicate, and train District staff in District emergency procedures, responses to urgent situations, disaster preparedness, and compliance plans.
  • Responds to difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints about Student Health Services; responds to and resolves complaints and issues.
  • Provides leadership and direction in Student Health Services’ use of technology, including medical equipment, computers, and software programs in order to meet the current standard of practice.
  • Maintains ongoing communications with staff, faculty, students and professional associations at the federal, state and local level and the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office.
  • Coordinates with faculty to develop health education programs for the classroom.
  • Directs the development and administration of health physical exams for admission of students into the health, medical and public service programs of the District.
  • Coordinates and facilitates students’ access to benefits through the District’s student accident insurance.
  • Oversees confidentiality of medical information to ensure compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
  • Identifies and procures sources of increased funding by establishing and maintaining partnerships in the community and working with the Palomar College Foundation.
  • Serves as a health care broker by maintaining relationships with community and private health resources and community emergency facilities to assure cooperative and efficient referrals to the community health care system and other community resources.
  • Directs and participates in the preparation and maintenance of a variety of complex narrative and statistical reports, records, and files relative to Student Health Services and its functional areas and operations; ensures mandated reports are submitted to the appropriate government agencies according to established timelines; plans and coordinates research projects related to areas of responsibility.
  • Maintains an adequate inventory of medical and information supplies, materials and equipment.


Marginal Functions:
  • Attends mandatory professional conferences to remain current in the field in order to maintain medical and professional licensing.
  • Participates in/on a variety of committees, task forces, boards, meetings, and/or other related groups in order to receive and/or convey information.
  • Participates in shared governance through service on planning and/or operations committees and task forces.
  • Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of:
  • Management principles and practices.
  • Medical, nursing, and public health protocols and clinical procedures.
  • Technical aspects of public health, medical, and nursing care.
  • Public relations principles, including public relations, marketing, public speaking, and development of collateral materials.
  • Procedures, methods, and techniques of budget preparation and maintenance.
  • Advanced use of medical equipment and technology.
  • Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software programs relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
  • Computerized data management, storage and retrieval systems relevant to area of responsibility.
  • Advanced research methods and report writing techniques.
  • Policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities.
  • Public and community relations principles and practices, including the use of tact, patience and courtesy.
  • Community college organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
  • English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
  • Principles of mathematics as relevant to nursing.
  • Applicable federal, state, and local codes, laws and regulations including, but not limited, to the California Education Code, Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations, Health and Human Services, California Business and Professionals Code, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.


Skill in:
  • Supervising, training and directing the work of others.
  • Utilizing a computer and related software applications.
  • Analyzing and troubleshooting difficult situations accurately and adopting effective courses of action.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Developing, administering and maintaining multiple budgets.
  • Applying for and participating in community grants.
  • Interpreting, applying, and explaining complex rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including information of a highly technical nature.
  • Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Mediating difficult and/or hostile situations.
  • Effectively responding to all situations/incidents using sound judgment and decision-making skills.
  • Assessing and responding to complex medical and community health situations.
  • Budget development and maintenance.
  • Compiling and organizing data from a variety of sources.
  • Maintaining accurate, complete, and confidential records.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion.
  • Planning, coordinating, organizing, and directing college health programs.
  • Providing emergency and crisis care intervention, including behavioral and/or mental health referrals, to individuals at a community college campus.
  • Administering appropriate health care treatment and referrals, including for behavioral and/or mental health.
  • Developing, implementing, evaluating and revising procedures and guidelines relevant to a health care operation.
  • Reading, interpreting, applying and explaining pertinent provisions of federal and state regulations.
  • Working independently with little direction.
  • Preparing reports by compiling and organizing data from a variety of sources.
  • Maintaining sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, age, cultural, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, nationality, race, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.

Working Conditions
Environmental Conditions: Health center environment; exposure to computer screens, noise, electrical energy, toxins, medications, blood, body fluids, communicable diseases and lab materials/equipment; extensive contact with faculty, staff, students, and the public; exposure to hostile and/or abusive individuals.

Physical Conditions: Essential and marginal functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for ambulating for extended periods of time and performing required duties. Travel to District and other locations is required.

Terms of Employment
  • The person selected for hire will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements: live scan/fingerprinting, official transcript(s), and TB risk assessment. Other pre-employment requirements may be required depending on the position (i.e. certifications or licenses; see applicable job posting section for details). Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements is mandatory to be eligible for employment. These requirements are in accordance with the following Administrative Procedures and Board Policies: AP 7120, AP 7125, AP 7126, AP 7127, AP 7330, BP 7330, AP 7336, AP 7337, and BP 7335.
  • This is a full-time, 12 months per year educational administrator position.
  • This position is specially-funded and its continuation is dependent upon the availability and/or continuation of funds.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date
01/20/2026

Close Date
03/03/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Posting Number
P1019P

Additional Application Information
  • The hiring committee will decide if interviews will be conducted in person at the College or via Zoom. Travel expenses for first-level interviews are not reimbursed by the College. Second-level travel reimbursement is only available for eligible candidates. HR will notify those who are eligible when second-level interviews are scheduled.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Please demonstrate that you have knowledge of, and will advocate for, the elimination of systemic barriers that impact the success of students, faculty, and staff from diverse racial backgrounds.

    (Open Ended Question)

  • If other source, please specify.

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume/CV
  • Transcript 1
  • License/Certificate 1
Optional Documents
  • License/Certificate 2
  • License/Certificate 3
  • Supplemental Materials
  • Transcript 2
  • Transcript 3

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