Executive Dean, College of Education

California State University; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Sacramento seeks a Dean for the College of Education to lead academic programs, faculty development, and community partnerships. The Dean serves as chief academic and administrative officer, shaping strategy, assessment, and resource management within the College.

The role emphasizes external funding, program evaluation, and collaboration with regional entities, with a focus on diversity and inclusive excellence across undergraduate and graduate education.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate and eligibility for a senior faculty appointment within the College of Education.
• Experience with assessment of program learning outcomes.
• Three years of administrative experience in a university, preferably including department level.
• Experience with interdisciplinary programs and scholarship.
• Evidence of successful fiscal resource management.
• Commitment to working with a diverse faculty, staff and student population.
• Experience with accreditation processes and credentialing agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and manage the College of Education programs and activities.
• Lead faculty development, teaching, scholarship, and service initiatives.
• Oversee external funds development and budget planning for the College.
• Supervise administrative staff and provide recommendations on appointments, retention, tenure and promotion.
• Support assessment of student learning outcomes across degree and credential programs.

Skills

Leadership

Faculty governance

External funds

Communication

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Doctorate

Job description

California State University, Sacramento seeks a Dean for the College of Education to lead academic programs, faculty development, and community partnerships. The Dean serves as chief academic and administrative officer, shaping strategy, assessment, and resource management within the College.

The role emphasizes external funding, program evaluation, and collaboration with regional entities, with a focus on diversity and inclusive excellence across undergraduate and graduate education.