Dean of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies

Monroe Community College seeks an experienced academic leader for the Dean of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies. The successful candidate will possess a successful academic and administrative background and demonstrated ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic and complex community college that values educational access, academic integrity and excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration and stewardship. The new Dean will be committed to advancing the success of MCC’s diverse student population and strengthening the College’s impact on the Rochester community. We welcome your nominations, expressions of interest, and applications for this opportunity.

Monroe Community College (MCC) is entering its sixth decade as a premier two-year college within the State University of New York (SUNY) system. Ranked among the top 3% of U.S. community colleges for most associate degrees awarded, innovation has always been at the heart of MCC and the constant driver in the College’s evolution to meet the ever-changing needs of its students and the Rochester community. Today, MCC offers more than 100 outstanding degree programs taught by award-winning faculty members at an affordable price. MCC is the proud recipient of 121 SUNY Chancellor’s Awards for excellence in teaching, service, librarianship, scholarship and creative activities.

MCC is governed by a 10-member, government-appointed board of trustees, an administrative team led by President Dr. DeAnna Burt-Nanna, and our shared governance partners. Under her leadership, MCC has embarked on "Vision2027," a five-year strategic plan to enhance the College's relevance and address evolving challenges.

Reporting to the Provost/Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs (ASA), Dr. Michael Jacobs, the Dean has general responsibility for the quality of courses, programs, activities, faculty, staff, and resources of the departments within the Schools of Arts & Humanities, Business & Entrepreneurial Studies, Community Engagement & Development, and Social Sciences & Global Studies.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide collaborative, team-based leadership by addressing departmental, school, divisional, and institutional concerns through regular meetings with faculty, staff, chairpersons, ASALC members, the Provost/Vice President ASA, and other College stakeholders, fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and professional growth to support teaching, learning, and student success.
• Provide leadership and oversight for departmental plans relating to academic programs, curriculum, master schedule, and learning environments to ensure institutional effectiveness and efficiencies that maximize resources; balance competing demands; respond to students’ needs; and meet all state, SUNY, and accreditation requirements and compliance frameworks.
• Collaborate across divisions to develop and implement strategies that attract prospective students and enhance access to programs, ensuring alignment with institutional enrollment goals.
• Develop and implement strategies for resource management and the optimal use of personnel, facilities, and technology to support student success and operational efficiency.

To ensure full consideration, completed applications are due by April 26, 2026. The search page, which includes the Executive Search Profile and application and nomination links, is located at https://rhperry.com/mccdeanlaps

RH Perry & Associates, a national executive search firm, is assisting Monroe Community College in this search. All confidential communications may be directed to our search team: Dr. Greg Thomas, Senior Consultant, at 832-247-8710, or Dr. Kimberly James, Senior Consultant, at 860-690-3204, or to mccdeanlaps@rhperry.com.