"Academic Dean"

About the Position

Coastline College is hiring an Academic Dean who oversees the departments of English and Humanities, Communication Studies, International Languages, Philosophy, English as a Second Language, Student Success & Resource Centers, the Library, the Bookstore, Dual/Concurrent & K-12 partnerships departments and programs, and the Faculty Center, commencing Fall 2025.

The Academic Dean provides leadership for program development, supports curriculum development, and analyzes annual program review plans. They manage the class schedule, ensure proper staffing, balance faculty loads, class sizes, and course offerings while collaborating with faculty to meet student needs. Additionally, the Dean fosters faculty engagement through regular discussions and interactions, encourages teaching excellence, and plans staff development activities.

We are looking for candidates who have the desire and ability to cultivate a welcoming student-centered culture that positively engages and impacts our diverse student population through the promotion of diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, accessibility, and anti-racism (DEISAA).

Department Specifics

Westminster, Le-Jao campus (WLJC) provides a comprehensive learning environment... [full details on campus, faculty numbers, supervision].

Summary

Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates instructional programs for an academic division...

Distinguishing Career Features

The Dean for an Instructional Division integrates and provides academic and administrative support...

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides leadership for program development...
2. Directs and prepares the schedule of classes...

Qualifications and Physical Demands

Knowledge and Skills

Abilities

Education and Experience

Possession of a master’s degree AND one year of formal training... Preferred: Doctorate degree... Experience in effectively working with faculty...

Conditions of Employment

IN-HOUSE ONLY: This position is open to internal permanent and temporary Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees... Full-time, educational administrator position. Normal hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm... Salary Schedule: DG-12

Application Requirements

A complete application packet includes: Online Employment Application, Responses to Supplemental Questions, Cover Letter, Résumé, Equivalency if applicable. Submit online at: http://www.cccd.edu/employment