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Dean of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Position Number: 6096797
Location: Gilroy, CA
Position Type: Deans - Liberal Arts

Dean of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Gavilan College

Salary: $130,468.61 - $169,844.97 Annually

Location: Gilroy Campus

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202500047

Department: Dean, Arts, Humanities

Closing: 4/18/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Definition

Under general direction of the Vice President, Academic Affairs, the Dean provides administrative direction and equity-minded leadership for departments, programs, services, and staff in the areas of Social Sciences, Fine Arts, Humanities English and Languages andLetters.Thepositionprovidesleadershipandoversightwithinseveralcollege-wideinitiatives including but not limited to the Guided Pathways and AB 705 implementation, the service- learning program, and various public policy initiatives. The Dean also provides leadership and oversight of the Television Studio, Art Gallery, Writing Center and Theatre. The position leads a talentedgroupoffacultyandstaffandactivelycollaborateswithinadistributedleadershipDeans' model. The Dean will provide direction and oversight to faculty, professional support staff and student workers.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The ideal candidate for the Dean position at Gavilan College will not only hold a Master's Degree and have leadership experience in higher education, but they will also be someone who genuinely cares about our students' diverse backgrounds and needs. This individual will take pride in fostering an inclusive environment where historically underrepresented students feel supported on their academic journeys. By working closely with faculty, they will collaboratively develop engaging and relevant curriculum aligning with Guided Pathways and AB 705 initiatives, ensuring our programs resonate with the student body. With their strong communication skills and approachable demeanor, the candidate will advocate for faculty and students, promoting a positive atmosphere that encourages professional growth and teamwork. They will prioritize resource allocation and budget management, always keeping student success at the forefront of their decisions. Their passion for teaching and learning will inspire excellence among faculty, while their commitment to community engagement and public policy will enhance our connection with the surrounding area. Ultimately, the ideal candidate will be a dedicated leader who embodies the values of Gavilan College and is eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and staff alike.

Essential Duties

Demonstrate effectiveness in serving students from first and 1.5-generation and/or historically underrepresented groups as they pursue their academic goals.
Assist Gavilan College in efforts to increase student success by developing and implementing equity-minded best practices and programs.
Provide leadership for program vitality and development and work directly with faculty to plan for curriculum and program additions, modifications, and deletion.
Set priorities for resource needs, provide program analysis and multi-year instructional plans, and participate in the district's strategic and long-range instructional planning.
Stay abreast of national trends and innovations in teaching and learning, including effective and engaging classroom practices and techniques, alternate modes of assessment, hiring practices, the role of technology in the classroom, and/or changes in course design prerequisites as related to AB 705 implementation.
Explain the emerging trends within the division and advocate for program needs at key committees and at meetings.
Encourage excellence in teaching and provide leadership and mentorship to new faculty.
Serve on, participate in or lead campus organizations, committees, and meetings.
Create a positive and collegial working environment for all levels of Division staff and work cooperatively with other campus personnel to integrate and coordinate programs and services across the curriculum within a Guided Pathways framework.
Prioritize Division financial needs, including new hires, program funding, technology and instructional equipment, and communicate those priorities clearly to the departments involved.
In consultation with faculty chairs, design the schedule of classes each semester to best meet student needs, and provide for staffing of Division courses; administer and evaluate courses and faculty as required by the collective bargaining agreement.
Prepare and evaluate budget requests and allocate funds to meet the needs of students.
Evaluate full-time and part-time faculty and other professional support staff.
Support faculty and staff development and professional learning and growth among all Division members and track completion of professional growth for track and step advancement.
Ensure courses for all college sites and centers regarding instructional programs and services meet student demand and need.
Maintain current knowledge of new developments and innovations in community colleges and higher education, including, but not limited to computer and related technologies which may affect instruction; recommend changes to maintain relevance of division programs to meet student and community needs.
Work cooperatively with other administrators and supervisors to coordinate programs and services across the curriculum and at all locations to meet student needs.
Resolve conflicts and issues within and between divisions in compliance with collegiality and due process.
Participate in the student grievance process as required by Board Policy.
Analyze requests for staff to meet short-term and long-term needs and make recommendations to the College Cabinet; assist in developing job descriptions for new positions.
Complete the program review and assist the faculty chairs and the Executive Vice President in completing and evaluating the efficacy of the program review and budget requests.
Monitor compliance with state and federal regulations.
Serve as evening administrator and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience

Knowledge of:

Higher education in community colleges, including the mission of the California Community Colleges.
Participatory governance within the California Community College System. Local, state, and federal laws governing programs and services.
Principles and pillars of Guided Pathways.
Adult learning theory and learning styles.
Multiple methods of instruction.
Varied evaluation procedures for staff and faculty.
Curriculum development and course articulation.
Budget preparation and control.
Principles and practices of administration, supervision, and training.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
Computer and related technologies for instruction and information management.

Skill in/Ability to:

Thrive in a dynamic environment.
Plan, organize, develop, and evaluate the programs, activities, and curriculum of college instructional programs.
Communicate effectively in both oral and written communication.
Effectively work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds to promote equal access and equity-mindedness to all divisional programs.
Select, train, supervise, and evaluate personnel.
Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions.
Maintain current knowledge of state and federal rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.
Meet schedules and deadlines and plan and organize workflow effectively.
Collaborate with and coordinate projects with other administrators and staff to offer effective services to students.
Lead with integrity, transparency, and collegiality, focusing on improving student outcomes.

Other Requirements:
Must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license.

ILLUSTRATIVE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A typical way to obtain the above knowledge and skill is a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university and at least one year of leadership as an administrator, faculty project director, and/or faculty chair is required. Demonstration of successful college teaching experience is desirable.

Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disabilities and sexual orientation of students, faculty, administrators, and personnel

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: The physical abilities involved in the performance of essential duties are:

The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; may be required to operate a motor vehicle to visit various District and meeting sites. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Incumbents in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 20 pounds. This work is performed indoors in a typical office environment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION: Gavilan College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/Title IX/Employer of Disabled, committed to hiring a diverse staff. All qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or marital status are encouraged to apply. If you have a verifiable disability and require accommodation to complete an application, please contact the Human Resources Office at (408) 852-2823

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All applicants for faculty and academic administrators must meet the minimum qualifications for the discipline as specified in Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges, published by the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges. All degrees and credits earned in fulfillment of minimum requirements must be from accredited institutions. Applicants who do not meet the minimum stated educational qualifications may apply for equivalency by submitting the Supplemental Application for Equivalency. (Download PDF reader)

FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS

For positions requiring a degree, all foreign degree credentials must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Credential Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. Not attaching your Foreign Credential Evaluation will render your application incomplete. Evaluations should provide the name of the institution attended, a description of your credentials, the major field of study, and the U.S. equivalent for each credential. For a list of evaluating agencies, visit the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Note: Even if you obtained your graduate degree(s) in the U.S., you must attach a Foreign Credential Evaluation for your undergraduate degree if it was obtained outside the U.S.

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