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Grossmont/Cuyamaca Community College District

Dean Of Arts, Humanities, And Social Sciences

Position Number: 6091437
Location: El Cajon, CA
Position Type: Deans - Liberal Arts

Dean Of Arts, Humanities, And Social Sciences

R-02351
San Diego County - Cuyamaca College

Transforming lives through learning isn't just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens.

The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees. We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.

Become a part of this dedicated team in beautiful San Diego County!

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Job Summary
Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.

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Department: Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Months worked out of the Year: 12 months

FTE: 1.0

Starting Salary Range:
Range: MG-10: $135,469 (Step A) or $140,888 (Step B) or $146,524 (Step C)
Based on education and experience

Anticipated Start Date: July 2025

Please note that this is NOT a remote position.

Job Description

WHO WE'RE SEEKING

Cuyamaca College seeks talented and dedicated candidates who share our strategic vision focused on student success, social justice, equity, and anti-racism. We especially seek candidates with a high level of cultural competence and who have successfully worked with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds.

Situated on a tree-studded, 165-acre oasis, Cuyamaca College is among the most picturesque campuses in beautiful San Diego County. Built in 1978, the college is home to a remarkably diverse community and is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Cuyamaca College is proud to be recognized for its equity-minded and innovative approaches that facilitate clear educational and career pathways for our students. For more information about Cuyamaca College, please visit: https://www.cuyamaca.edu/

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Vice President of Instruction, the Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences provides visionary leadership in support of teaching and learning for our students. This position leads and supports the delivery of instruction and the delivery of career and life skills in the following areas: Anthropology, Arabic, Aramaic, American Sign Language, Art, Communication, English, English as a Second Language, Ethnic Studies, Gender Studies, Kumeyaay Studies, History, Humanities, Music, Philosophy, Psychology, Political Science, Religious Studies, Sociology, Social Work, Spanish, and Theatre Arts.

Administrators may be assigned responsibility for a combination of day, evening, and weekend programs, on-campus and off site. Each instructional Dean assumes responsibility for some college-wide functions and is responsible for grants management in their areas. Managers will be expected to perform other duties consistent with their job description.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: Master's degree from an accredited institution plus five years of achievement in management, supervision or leadership programs, departments or divisions within an institution of higher education, with emphasis in one or more of the areas to which the Dean position is assigned.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to advance the College's vision, mission, and values in the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences' programs and services, and within the institution.
Demonstrated commitment to and support of diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and accessibility in a comprehensive, student-centered environment that facilitates student learning and success.
Demonstrated sensitivity to, and an understanding of, students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, racial, and ethnic backgrounds; students who are differently abled, and students who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Ability to advance the College's strategic goals related to access, success, retention, eliminating equity gaps, and increasing equity in hiring in the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences' programs and within the institution.
Provides the administration, direction, planning, and coordination of instructional disciplines and departments in accordance with legal requirements, district policies, and effective instructional principles and practices.
Ability to establish overall goals, objectives and plans; prepare reports and presentations; initiate and participate in overall program review and planning, including learning outcome development and assessment, communicate statutes, district and college policies and philosophies to Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences staff.
Ability to support Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences faculty in curriculum planning and development; evaluate and recommend instructional materials, equipment and facilities.
Ability to direct the recruitment, selection, assignment, supervision, and evaluation of instructional personnel and classified staff. Provides leadership with orientations and in-service education for the professional development of program faculty and staff.
Demonstrated ability developing course schedules to meet strategic enrollment planning principles and goals.
Experience coordinating program review and planning, curriculum development and outcomes assessment.
Ability to plan, recommend and implement multiple budgets for assigned areas; upon expenditure variations, take necessary actions to assure compliance with budget limitations and established fiscal policies.
Demonstrated experience participating in college and district governance through councils, committees, workgroups, and taskforces.
Ability to facilitate communication and understanding of perspectives among faculty, staff, students, and the community within the framework of a multi-college district, as well as the resolution of student, instructor, and staff conflicts.
Ability to consistently perform duties with concern, courtesy, and respect for others; employ a team approach through collaboration and empowerment of staff; exhibit creativity and flexibility in a time of continuing change; and to seek solutions using effective problem-solving techniques.
Demonstrated effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to interpret, articulate, and implement pertinent state and federal laws and regulations concerning community colleges, including Education Code, Title 5, and other administrative regulations.
Ability to advocate for and implement instructional support services and programs including dual enrollment and learning communities (such as Umoja and Puente) that promote student success and completion of their educational goals.
Ability to successfully delegate, ensure adherence to College and District policies, practices and procedures, and hold others responsible while instilling confidence among the faculty and staff.
Experience writing successful grant applications, and experience with resource management.

Additional Information

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The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, a two-college district in eastern San Diego County, has been providing a high-quality education to the region since Grossmont College opened its doors in 1961 and Cuyamaca College began operating in 1978. The district is tied closely to the suburban and rural communities that it serves, providing a $1 billion economic impact to the region through its payroll, purchasing, and spending by students and alumni.

The district has a strong commitment to diversity and equity with a student population representing a broad variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, cultures and abilities. The district strives to provide an educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect that ultimately also benefits the global community.

The colleges offer more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide range of programs. Both colleges have signature programs that have become well-renowned. Grossmont College is recognized for its top-notch Administration of Justice, Culinary Arts, Nursing and Allied Health and Theatre Arts programs, while Cuyamaca is known for its Automotive Technology, Ornamental Horticulture, Environmental Health and Safety and Water/Wastewater Technology programs.