Interim Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships, Administrator III, Temporary

California State University, Chico; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Sonoma State University seeks an Interim Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships to lead curriculum and program development within the Office of Academic Programs. You will collaborate with faculty and staff to advance academic pathways and external partnerships, including K-12 and career integration initiatives.

The role emphasizes high-impact practices, interdisciplinary learning, and shared governance leadership to improve recruitment, retention and graduation outcomes.

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral or terminal degree; minimum three years of higher education leadership experience.
• Proven record of teaching and supporting a diverse student population and curriculum development/approval.
• Experience with academic planning, program development, scheduling, and assessment; strong governance leadership.

Responsibilities

• Administer and provide strategic leadership for curriculum and program development within the Office of Academic Programs.
• Oversee dual enrollment and external K-12 partnerships to support college readiness.
• Coordinate curriculum development/change processes and career integration planning.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Academic planning

Collaboration

Education

Doctoral degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

EAB

Job description

Interim Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships, Administrator III, Temporary

Job no: 563031
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Sonoma
Categories: MPP, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

This position is open until filled.

In your cover letter, please describe your experience leading or supporting academic initiatives at the department, college, or institutional level. Highlight how you have worked collaboratively with faculty, staff, and/or external partners to advance curricular innovation, strengthen academic pathways, or create opportunities that support student success and career readiness. Please provide examples of your approach and the outcomes of these efforts.

Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.Evidence of degree(s) or certificate(s) and/or license(s) required at time of hire.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies (AVP), the Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships provides management and guidance within the Office of Academic Programs. The incumbent is responsible for administering and providing strategic leadership oversight and direction for curriculum and program development within the Office of Academic Programs in the Provost’s Office. The incumbent serves as the administrative lead for a variety of academic programs including, but not limited to, community outreach initiatives, external K-12 partnerships to support dual enrollment and college readiness, and integration of career pathways. This position promotes High-Impact Practices and integrative and interdisciplinary learning, working with administrators, faculty, and staff in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Strategic Enrollment Management and is responsible for overseeing the institution’s dual enrollment and career-based curriculum and working collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff to ensure the quality of the courses and curriculum. In addition, the incumbent supervises staff and provides oversight and coordination for curriculum development/change processes and dual enrollment and career integration planning responsibilities managed in the Office of Academic Programs.

Key Qualifications

This position requires an earned doctoral degree, or terminal degree in the incumbent’s field, along with a minimum of three (3) years of successful higher education leadership experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. The incumbent must possess a demonstrated record of successful teaching and supporting a diverse student population and demonstrated experience with curriculum development and approval, academic planning, program development, scheduling, and assessment. Record of successful leadership and management in a shared governance environment required. The incumbent must demonstrate a strong commitment to creating an equity-focused, inclusive, student-centered culture that is committed to improving recruitment, retention and graduation rates in keeping with Sonoma State’s commitment to the system’s graduation initiative. The incumbent must possess a strong working knowledge of standard office software including Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of student information systems (i.e. PeopleSoft, EAB) preferred. Experience with curricular redesign and implementation preferred.

Salary and Benefits

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $12,500 to $13,100a month.Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations.This position is a member of the Management Personnel Plan and serves at the pleasure of the President.The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

Supplemental Information

About Sonoma State University:

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.