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Leadership Begins Here

Most of our members have come from the faculty ranks. One semester they are teaching full loads the next leading departments or areas. So one can say the Guild is the building ground for SCCC's leaders --and that is how you should begin thinking about yourselves. There is an old cliche that says some people are born leaders. We know that is not true. People are groomed to become leaders, and your Guild Leadership is prepared to assist you in that journey.

Leaders vs Managers

Researchers have identified several key differences between leaders and managers. They find that leaders: 1. do the right things; 2. see people as great assets; 3. seek commitment; 4. focus on outcomes; 5. see what and why things could be done; 6. share information; and 7. promote networks. In contrast they list as manager’s attributes that they: 1. do things right; 2. see people as liabilities; 3. seek control, create and follow the rules; 4. focus on how things should be done; 5. seek compliance; 6. value secrecy; and 7. use formal authority (hierarchy).

In his article, "Leadership Defined", Richard Field sees leaders "as having vision, providing inspiration, giving people purpose, pushing the boundaries, creating change, innovating through others by coaching and building relationships. Managers seek control, follow the rules, set objectives, plan, budget, and get work done through others. They value stability and the use of legitimate power to do the regular work of the organization."

Strive to become a leader and your work within the Guild will prove to be personally rewarding.

Sabbaticals Sabbaticals are now awarded based on merit so it is extremely important to submit well planned requests that are designed to benefit you and the college (click on the side bar Sabbatical link to read some successful sabatical submissions). According to our Guild contract sabbaticals can be awarded for full year, half year, 75%, or for up to 50 days.	Professional Development There are two different avenues available for professional development. Contract language exists for college funding of $150 per credit plus 75% of the tuition above that amount, and the reimbursement for books and software is $250. Such proposals must satisfy the needs of the college to be approved. The Guild also has a professional development fund. Click on the side bar labeled "Professional Development" for more details about this Guild Benefit.
Contract Negotiations Shortly before the expiration of each contract, the Guild Executive Committee solicits the membership for new contract provisions. This input provides the basis for what is known as the "union's list of demands" that are presented to the County for negotiations. Both sides of the process then exchange their demands and the process begins.	Grievance Procedure The Guild follows the same Grievance Procedure as found in most other institutions of higher education bound by collective bargaining. Most grievances are resolved informally and do not require enactment of the formal procedures called for in our contract. If you feel your contractual rights have been violated contact the Union Grievance Officer.
Annual Goals This year the college has asked all of its administrative personnel to submit annual goals. While this may be a new experience for many of our members, the Guild Executive Committee supports this initiative. Goals help us to focus on initiatives that are important to each of our offices while also ensuring that the institution continues to move forward. If you are having trouble formulating goals for your area, feel free to contact a member of the Executive Committee for assistance.	Annual Meetings Each semester the Guild holds a business luncheon off campus. The purpose of these meetings is to keep the membership informed of important issues facing either the union or the college.The union leadership is very interested in your views so please make a point to attend these meetings--they will provide you with an opportunity to meet your colleagues from all three campuses while learning more about union and college issues.

Guild of Administrative Officers

Welcome to the Guild Web Site

Leadership Links

Professional Development Links

Leadership Begins Here

Leaders vs Managers