Assistant Dean of the College of Science

California State University System-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Monterey Bay, CA
5,001-10,000 employees
Educational Services
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The position involves leadership and supervision of technical staff within the College of Science, focusing on laboratory instructional support management, facilities and infrastructure operations, project management for capital improvements, procurement and equipment lifecycle management, compliance, risk, and safety, instructional innovation, and strategic advising. The role requires overseeing performance management, establishing staff goals, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while promoting equity and inclusion in educational settings.

  • Serves as the lead MPP for the College of Science's technical and laboratory support personnel.
  • Supervises performance management of all college staff, including oversight of annual evaluations, training, and professional development planning.
  • Establishes staff goals, monitors work outputs, and implements performance improvement plans in collaboration with Human Resources as needed.
  • Leads the strategic and operational planning of instructional laboratory support, ensuring timely coordination of semester, annual, and long-range schedules.
  • Supervises the deployment and quality of technical support for laboratory and field-based instruction, maintaining instructional continuity and safety.
  • Coordinates cross-departmentally with faculty, department chairs, and schedulers to optimize laboratory resource allocation.
  • Serves as the College's Point of Contact for facility systems requiring specialized technical knowledge, including HVAC, refrigeration, power systems, digital access/security, and sensitive scientific equipment with 24/7 monitoring needs.
  • Ensures proactive monitoring and timely maintenance of laboratory infrastructure by supervising technical staff.
  • Oversees collaborations with Facilities Services and external contractors and coordination repair schedules, and ensures minimal instructional disruption.
  • Manages the planning, development, and operational readiness of existing, new, or renovated teaching and research spaces.
  • Prepares scope documents, reports, and presentations for internal review and external engagement with contractors, architects, and granting agencies.
  • Represents the College of Science in facilities and capital project planning meetings and other relevant areas as needed.
  • Oversees procurement, maintenance, and repair of scientific equipment and materials, including those requiring unique sourcing or regulatory compliance.
  • Oversees and approves funding and manages electronic inventories of capital assets, including software, instrumentation, and instructional hardware.
  • Oversees vendor agreements, warranties, and service-level compliance.
  • Ensures compliance with CSU, Cal OSHA, and campus regulations related to laboratory safety, chemical storage, equipment operation, and hazardous waste.
  • Liaises with Environmental Health and Safety, Risk Management, and University Police to support risk mitigation planning and incident response.
  • Coordinates required technical safety training for staff, faculty, and student workers following applicable mandates.
  • Serves as a consultant to faculty and technical staff regarding facilities and equipment needs in support of the design and implementation of new science curricula that require innovative instructional setups or specialized equipment.
  • Provides strategic input to the Dean, Associate Dean, and College leadership regarding technology, staffing, and facilities planning in support of college and university goals.
  • Master's degree in a scientific or engineering-related field.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience supervising a laboratory, including direct oversight of technical staff, instructional support operations, or scientific facilities.
  • Demonstrated experience in coordinating laboratory safety, equipment maintenance, and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Ph.D. in a scientific or engineering-related field.
  • Commitment to transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and be self-directed in prioritization of tasks and initiatives.
  • Technical fluency with Oracle/PeopleSoft, CSU Common Management System, or equivalent student information system; Microsoft Office Professional Suite, and Google mail and calendaring programs.
  • Vacation accrual rate of 16 hours per month.
  • Excellent choice of medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Long-term disability coverage.
  • Life insurance.
  • Educational incentives.
  • Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
  • 14 paid holidays a year.
  • Access to affordable housing near main campus.
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