Dean, Aerospace & Applied Technologies—Equity‑Driven Leader

Antelope Valley College; Del Sur (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Antelope Valley College seeks a Dean to provide strategic leadership for the Aerospace, Industrial Arts & Applied Technologies Division across multiple instructional sites. Responsibilities include program development, curriculum review, budget planning, accreditation, and industry partnerships.

The role emphasizes equity-driven initiatives, staff supervision, and collaboration with faculty, staff, and external partners to align programs with workforce needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with leadership preparation in higher education.
• Commitment to equity-based leadership and programming that grows access.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate staff and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for program development and equity-driven curriculum.
• Lead in budget development, resource allocation, and long-range planning.
• Foster partnerships with community, industry, and educational partners.
• Coordinate advisory councils and ensure program and curricular relevance.
• Oversee program review, accreditation processes, and compliance.

Skills

Equity-based leadership

Strategic planning

Staff supervision

Budget management

Education

Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university

Leadership experience (Title 5, section 53420)

Job description

Antelope Valley College seeks a Dean to provide strategic leadership for the Aerospace, Industrial Arts & Applied Technologies Division across multiple instructional sites. Responsibilities include program development, curriculum review, budget planning, accreditation, and industry partnerships.

The role emphasizes equity-driven initiatives, staff supervision, and collaboration with faculty, staff, and external partners to align programs with workforce needs.