Associate Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences CSUMB Internal Only Recruitment

California State University • Monterey Bay, CA

7d • $12,596 - $14,167 • Onsite

About The Position

California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) is a mid-sized university on California’s Central Coast offering undergraduate and graduate degrees. As part of the California State University system, CSUMB serves a diverse student body of over 7,000 students, functioning as both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. The university focuses on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB aims to be carbon neutral by 2030 and prioritizes inclusive excellence in its faculty, staff, and administrators. The university offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing and competitive salaries, with proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose.

Requirements

• Must be a tenured professor in a discipline within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
• Must possess a Ph.D. or other terminal degree in a discipline or area represented within the College.
• Knowledge of the disciplines and programs represented in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to CSUMB’s Vision to provide a just, equitable, and inclusive education.
• Demonstrates organizational awareness and communicates accurately and effectively about administrative policies, procedures, and business practices.
• Demonstrates attention to and knowledge of safety and risk issues, including those associated with facilities.
• Leadership skills that help others to understand and commit to the vision and goals of the College and University.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills in written and verbal communication, including skills involving quantitative and qualitative analysis, and co-creative decision making.
• Skill in identifying needed resources and utilizing existing resources efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and interact well with diverse populations and different university constituencies, including faculty, staff, administrators, students, and alumni.
• Ability to plan, direct, and administer policies and programs.
• Ability to interpret technical procedures, contracts, or regulations.
• Ability to work effectively in planning and executing facilities-related projects.
• Desire to work in a team-based, dynamic environment and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Displays commitment to excellence and the University and College mission.
• Must possess and maintain a valid license to drive in the State of California.
• Must pass the Defensive Training Class.
• Must be insurable under the University's liability coverage.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of three (3) years administrative experience as department chair, program coordinator, faculty associate or similar position.
• Rank of Full Professor.
• Commitment to transparency, collaboration, and improvement.
• Desire and 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.
• Skills, knowledge and leadership experience in collaborative, ethical, effective, timely and solutions-oriented communication and decision making.
• Skills, knowledge and leadership experience in outcomes-based education and assessment of student learning.
• Skills, knowledge and leadership experience in service learning, reciprocal community partnering and/or field-based experiences in teaching and learning.
• Skills, knowledge and leadership experience in promoting and fostering of global awareness throughout the College and the campus capacity to value an interdisciplinary approach.
• Skills, knowledge and leadership experience in enhancing community relations and promoting the role of the College in the campus and externally.
• Skills, knowledge and leadership experience in implementing innovative technologies in learning environments, and utilizing technology for improvement of teaching and learning.
• Skills, knowledge and leadership experience in strategic planning and policy development, advocacy, and management.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Dean in all aspects of college leadership, including strategic planning, leadership for college-wide initiatives, establishing a professional and collaborative culture, managing college programs, operations, and facilities, serving as lead MPP for administrative and technical support staff, and establishing and maintaining positive internal and external relations.
• Leads enrollment management efforts, reviews curriculum proposals and new program development, and leads program review, assessment, and accreditation efforts.
• Facilitates the retention, tenure, and promotion (RTP) process, provides administrative oversight for department chairs in hiring and evaluating temporary faculty, and serves as the first line of support for department chairs.
• Oversees all aspects of student success, including advising, student issues, General Education progress, major and minor requirements, complaints, and grievances; assists with initiatives to facilitate student progress, career planning, retention, and graduation; and supports diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Represents the dean on committees and working groups, serves as a liaison with other departments and units, and represents the College in university-wide and inter-divisional settings.

Benefits

• 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 (subject to availability, eligibility criteria, and specific program guidelines)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree