Dean, College of Arts & Letters

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Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Sacramento
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Position Description

Working Title: Dean, College of Arts & Letters

Classification Title: Administrator IV

Priority Application Date: Sunday, September 15, 2024 at 11:55 p.m.

Position Summary

The Dean is part of the Provost's academic leadership team and serves as the chief academic and administrative officer and spokesperson of the College of Arts and Letters. The primary responsibilities of the Dean are to provide leadership and manage the programs and activities of the College as one of the academic units of the California State University, Sacramento campus. To this end, the Dean facilitates and supports faculty development and productivity in teaching, scholarly and creative activities, and service to the institution and the community; represents the college and assists in partnerships with regional entities and initiatives; coordinates and supports the development and evaluation of instructional program offerings and student support systems. The Dean is responsible for implementation of the University's Academic and Strategic Plans in the College.

The Dean has primary responsibility for external funds development, gifts, grants, and contracts that support the breadth of activities of the College and provides leadership in building strong relationships with, and generating support in, the greater community for the benefit of the College. The Dean also oversees development of annual budget requests and administers the College's budget. The Dean is responsible for personnel matters, including coordinating and supervising the administrative duties of department chairs, staff and program directors, and for making independent recommendations on all College appointment, retention, tenure, and promotion requests.

The Dean is supported by an Associate Dean and the Dean's Office staff. The Dean provides a communication link between other campus administrators and the College's department chairs and program directors, and coordinates long-range planning for the College. The Dean serves as an advocate for the diverse needs of the College, particularly at the University and CSU System-wide levels. The Dean is a University administrative officer and performs these and other duties as assigned by the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs and the President.

FLSA : Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation). This position is benefits-eligible.

Anticipated Hiring Range : $17,000 per month - $19,500 per month; commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

CSU Classification Salary Range : $9,625 per month - $30,896 per month

Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Work hours may vary depending on department need. Position is on-site.

Department Information

The College of Arts & Letters engages faculty, staff, and students in the creation and study of what makes us human and what humans make. Our students acquire diverse, intercultural competencies and a keen awareness of the past while they pursue the promise of the future. We are a proud part of Sacramento’s growing creative economy and cultural vibrancy.

The College of Arts & Letters prepares students for success in an inclusive society by empowering them to take responsibility for their educational growth, explore their own sense of purpose, and engage communities as critical and creative thinkers; by valuing student skills and competencies to bridge the gap between college and career; and by streamlining their path toward graduation.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Possession of an earned doctorate or other terminal degree(s) that warrants a senior faculty appointment within one of the departments in the College;
2. Five (5) years of administrative experience in a university, including experience as a department chair or the equivalent level;
3. Evidence of successful fiscal resource management experience;
4. Experience with assessment of program learning outcomes;
5. Ability to coordinate multiple departments and cultivate an environment of collaboration;
6. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership to meet the goals/mission of the College;
7. Recent and demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population;
8. Demonstrated commitment to shared faculty governance;
9. Successful teaching experience and record of scholarly or creative activity in one or more of the disciplines in the College;
10. Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills;
11. Commitment to excellence in teaching and learning at both undergraduate and graduate levels;
12. Ability to be a strong advocate for the role of the liberal and fine arts throughout the institution;
13. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Ability to pass background check

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with disciplinary accrediting agencies;
2. Experience with and commitment to interdisciplinary programs and scholarship;
3. Understanding of and willingness to support the varied goals of the college faculty and academic programs;
4. Understanding of and willingness to support undergraduate and graduate research and student support programs;
5. Evidence of community involvement and leadership;
6. Demonstrated ability to generate external funds including the pursuit of opportunities to obtain grants and contracts;
7. Ability to foster regional partnerships among academic, arts community, and other stakeholders;
8. Demonstrated commitment to professional development of faculty and staff.

Documents Needed to Apply (3)

• Resume/CV
• Diversity Statement (500 words or less)

Failure to upload these documents to the online application may result in disqualification.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.