Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

at  California State University Monterey Bay

DEAN OF THE COLLEGE OF ARTS, HUMANITIES, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Job no: 542637
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Monterey Bay
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time
Classification: Administrator IV
Hours: Full-time / 40 hours per week
FLSA: Exempt
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $17,916 to $19,803* mo.

THE COLLEGE OF ARTS, HUMANITIES, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) offers a liberal arts education that fosters critical thinking, creativity, communication, social responsibility, intercultural competence, and lifelong learning. We advance knowledge of the human experience and empower students to thrive in a complex world. The College is comprised of six departments offering 11 undergraduate degrees and 20 minors in a supportive, beneficial environment. Majors in the College include Cinematic Arts & Technology, Ethnic & Gender Studies, Global Studies, Humanities and Communication, Japanese Language & Culture, Music, Psychology, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Sociology, Spanish Language & Hispanic Cultures, and Visual & Public Art. CAHSS students secure a long-lasting, well-rounded, broad-based humanities education preparing them for taking on the leadership needs of a diverse, inclusive society. Whether it’s seeking the intercultural communication and diplomatic credentials needed to work for the U.S. Department of State as a cultural ambassador, or co-creating the next Oscar-winning film, Monterey Bay students achieve their professional dreams with the support of their faculty mentors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The successful candidate will be:

• An educator and scholar whose academic achievements include a record of sustained scholarly and pedagogical achievements assessed through a Retention, Tenure, and Promotion process; these achievements must be commensurate with appointment of Full Professor in the College.
• Experienced in developing academic programs specifically designed to address the learning needs of an ethnically, culturally and linguistically diverse student population.
• Knowledgeable in the use of innovative pedagogies, including technology-enhanced learning strategies and the successful use of high-impact practices in the classroom.
• Understanding and supportive of the role of scholarly research and creative activities in the teaching and learning process, at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
• An academic administrator with demonstrated experience in transparent budget development and strategic budget management; knowledge of strategic enrollment and planning; understanding of organizational structures; ability to implement the University’s strategic priorities; ability to address the needs of a growing university; and the capacity to be accountable for actions taken and decisions made.
• A student-centered academic leader and advocate who understands the value and importance of multiculturalism and social equity; values collaboration, community-building and shared governance; seeks widespread participation in decision-making; models integrity, ethical reflection and practice; mentors and fosters leadership skills in others; takes a leadership role in faculty/employee relations and performance; and creates a culture of civility and respect among faculty and staff.
• A visionary leader who can develop and sustain strong and collegial relationships with faculty, students, staff, and administrators; the ability to inspire and lead faculty with diverse interests, balance advocacy with the needs of the wider campus community; provide leadership, stability, unit coherence, and strategic direction for the planning and implementation of systems in support of Cal State Monterey Bay’s Vision and core values and who can garner community and donor support for programs in the College.
• An innovator who understands new paradigms in higher education, including innovative pedagogies and on-line learning, and who has the capacity to value an interdisciplinary community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned doctorate or appropriate terminal degree from an accredited institution with leadership in a field of Arts, Humanities, or the Social Sciences.
• Qualification for a faculty appointment of Full Professor within one of the departments in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.
• At least five years of administrative experience as dean, associate dean, department chair, or comparable position.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, policy development, budget planning and oversight.
• Evidence of effective and ethical faculty leadership and management through collaborative and shared decision-making.
• Evidence of effective, ethical, and collegial collaboration as a member of an academic administrative team.
• Evidence of excellent communication and facilitation skills.
• A demonstrated understanding of the role of scholarly research in the teaching and learning process, at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Experience in administering or working with programs that serve an educationally, ethnically and linguistically diverse student populations consistent with the University’s’ mission, vision and values.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have skills, knowledge, and leadership experience in the following areas:

• Outcomes-based education and assessment of student learning.
• Service learning, community partnerships, and/or field-based experience in teaching and learning.
• An interdisciplinary approach to higher education.
• Innovative technologies in learning environments, and the use of technology for improvement of teaching and learning.
• Experience enhancing community relations and promoting the role of the organization on campus and externally, including fundraising.
• Successful managerial experience in a collective bargaining environment.
• A record of successful recruitment, mentorship, professional development, and retention of faculty and staff.
• Proven record of generating external funding including philanthropic support.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
To apply, visit https://careers.csumb.edu/en-us/job/542637/dean-of-the-college-of-arts-humanities-and-social-sciences
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PURPOSE:

Reporting directly to the Provost/Vice-President for Academic Affairs, the Dean is the College’s chief academic officer providing leadership and advocacy for: strategic and budgetary planning; faculty and staff recruitment, retention, development and evaluation; promoting excellence in teaching, scholarship, creative activity, professional application and research; university and community relations; curricular and fiscal management; enrollment planning; student recruitment and retention; program review; and accreditation. In addition, the Dean actively encourages and supports cross-department and cross-College collaboration in teaching, creative activity, and scholarship. The Dean serves as a member of the Academic Affairs leadership team and the President’s Extended Cabinet, working collaboratively with a highly collegial team of deans and academic affairs administrators.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:

• Advance the mission and vision of the University and the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences;
• Provide academic vision and leadership for the College as the University seeks to strengthen and distinguish its identity in the higher education landscape;
• Provide leadership and advocacy for strategic and budgetary planning;
• Provide oversight of academic programs and curricula, including upholding standards of rigor and academic excellence;
• Make effective decisions with College faculty and staff input;
• Build strong collaborative relationships with other units on campus;
• Promote excellence and innovation in the scholarship areas of teaching, creative and research activities, professional application, and university service;
• Effectively participate in university and community relations;
• Effectively lead development/fundraising efforts for the College;
• Oversee the educational effectiveness of the College’s academic programs through the assessment of student learning and program review and renewal processes;
• Oversee faculty and staff recruitment, development, evaluation, retention, and employee relations
• Promote interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, inter-college collaboration in scholarship and research, and seek external partnerships to enhance this work;
• Demonstrate an understanding of new teaching and research paradigms in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences;
• Articulate the value of a liberal arts education in an interdisciplinary context and provide direction for the integration of new media technology in Arts, Humanities and Social Science education.