Interim Dean, Student Success and Equity
The following position is available as an interim assignment for Cuyamaca College. The assignment is expected to begin June 2024, for a duration of approximately 6 months.
Please submit a professional resume and cover letter to Adriana Lopez at adriana.lopez@gcccd.edu by end of day on Monday, May 20, 2024. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview upon review of their materials.
SALARY
Step A: $126,607 annually or Step B: $131,672 or Step C: $136,939
Step placement is based on full-time years of relevant experience in a comparable position in addition to the minimum required qualifications and experience.
START DATE
June 2024
STATUS/ASSIGNMENT
Interim/Approximately 6 months
SCHEDULE/HOURS
Monday - Friday / 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (hours may vary)
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: Master's degree from an accredited institution plus five years of achievement in management, supervision or leadership programs, departments or divisions within an institution of higher education, with emphasis in one or more of the areas to which the Dean position is assigned.
ABOUT THIS POSITION:
The Dean of Student Success and Equity coordinates the implementation of the College's Guided Pathways and Student Equity redesign efforts with the goal of eliminating equity gaps in student access and outcomes to enhance the student experience at Cuyamaca College. This position provides leadership to transform the College's academic and support systems, promotes equity through professional development, and supports culturally responsive teaching and learning. This position requires a visionary and inspirational leader with a demonstrated ability to learn the unique culture and history of Cuyamaca College while working with faculty, staff, students and the community to transform our future. The Dean of Student Success and Equity will advance the college's strategic planning goals and initiatives to reach equitable outcomes for historically marginalized groups, with an emphasis on serving Black and African American, Latine/x, and Native Americans students. To this end, the position will oversee the College's in-reach and engagement centers and provide leadership that ensures the College adheres to applicable state and regional laws and regulations and District policies. Under the direction of the Senior Dean of Institutional Effectiveness, Success, and Equity, the Dean of Student Success and Equity will be responsible for key leadership in the following areas:

• Institutional Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access
• State-funded Student Equity Plan Implementation
• Teaching and Learning/Professional Development
• Guided Pathways
• In-Reach/Retention Efforts and Engagement Centers
  Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act due to a disability and require accommodations for completing the application process please notify the District Human Resources Department, 619-644-7632.
  JOB TITLE: DEAN
  GRADE M-10
  DEPARTMENT: Varies Within the Organization
  JOB PURPOSE:
  Under the direction of the assigned manager, plan, organize, and direct the operations of a major instructional or student services division; supervise and evaluate the performance of certificated and classified personnel.
  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  Manage, evaluate and coordinate academic subject areas and student services in accordance with legal requirements, district policies and sound instructional and student services principles and practices.
  Establish overall goals, objectives and plans; initiate and participate in overall program planning;
  communicate statutes, district and college policies and philosophies to division staff.
  Supervise and coordinate assigned curriculum planning and development; utilize available
  resources to develop new or revised curriculum; evaluate and recommend instructional
  materials, equipment and facilities.
  Communicate and interpret program objectives and offerings to students, staff, faculty, community organizations and others.
  Perform the hiring, evaluation and retention of assigned faculty and staff according to statutes and
  Governing Board policy; plan and coordinate orientation and in-service education for professional
  development of program faculty and staff.
  Prepare faculty teaching assignments and schedules; assign certificated and classified staff to work areas, hours and duties; orient and assist new personnel as needed.
  Prepare budgets and submit through appropriate channels for approval; monitor and control assigned program-operating budgets; initiate special fund requests; determine need and priority for capital equipment and materials.
  Administer and implement district and college rules, regulations, policies and procedures; assist in implementing contract provisions negotiated by the Governing Board and recognized bargaining units representing employees.
  Serve as a member of district, site or other committees and task forces.
  Participate in public information activities to promote and publicize total instructional and student
  services programs; respond to inquiries regarding curriculum or course offerings and services
  provided.
  Prepare catalog material, class schedules and other program information as required; recommend and implement new programs to enhance the college mission and enrollment.
  Assure responsiveness of assigned special programs and student services functions to the overall needs of the campus, students, faculty and administrators.
  Participate in the search, screen and selection process for contract employees.
  Prepare reports and make presentations.
  Coordinate and facilitate the resolution of student, instructor and staff conflicts and problems.
  Perform related duties as assigned regarding assigned programs as necessary; coordinate
  programs with business, industry, community organizations and other educational
  institutions.
  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  Any combination equivalent to: Master's degree from an accredited institution plus five years of achievement in management, supervision or leadership programs, departments or divisions within an institution of higher education, with emphasis in one or more of the areas to which the Dean position is assigned.
  SPECIAL SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:
  In-depth knowledge of the Education Code, Title 5 and other administrative regulations and the ability to apply these regulations.
  Sensitivity to all facets of the community including the needs of various groups which comprise it.
  Ability to successfully delegate, ensure adherence to College and District policies, practices and procedures, hold others responsible yet instill confidence among the faculty and staff.
  Ability to exercise academic leadership to advance the College's mission.
  Facilitate communication and understanding of perspectives among faculty, staff, and students, within the framework of a multi-college district.
  Commitment to the community college concept, including the open door philosophy and a diverse curriculum for a heterogeneous student population.
  Ability to participate in the Community College planning process while participating in the achievement of the goals and priorities of the District as a whole.
  Ability to work cooperatively and responsively with all segments of the College, District and community at large.
  Facilitate communication and understanding, among faculty, staff, students, the community, within the framework of a multi-college district.
  Dedication to keeping students informed while seeking their opinions and providing a range of student services.
  Commitment to a comprehensive, student-oriented environment that facilitates learning and student development.
  Ability to participate in the process, development, and achievement of the college vision, and communicate that to faculty and staff.
  Ability to exercise strong, academic leadership to advance the College's mission.
  Facilitate communication and understanding of perspectives among faculty, staff, students, and the community.
  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the classification.
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