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Dean of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (COA) – Overview

The Dean provides leadership in planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs. The role ensures compliance with laws, regulations, and funding requirements and supports student success and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and coordinate instructional program development.
• Lead efforts to develop community partnerships and build pathways from high school and other organizations.
• Develop, supervise departmental and programmatic budgets.
• Participate in hiring and evaluation of faculty and staff for the division.
• Assign teaching loads and supervise curricular design.
• Initiate class scheduling and conduct enrollment management activities.
• Maintain accreditation standards and advance innovation in higher education.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution.
• One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience related to the assignment.
• Proficiency in using office productivity software and the Internet.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.

Desirable Qualifications

• Three or more years of teaching experience at the lower‑division level.
• Experience developing academic programs, curriculum, and grants.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, Title 5, Education Code, and related policies.
• Budget development and reporting experience.
• Four years of comprehensive, responsible management experience in instruction.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in student services technology.
• Commitment to participatory governance processes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and public relations skills.

Benefits Information

• Medical, dental, life insurance, and long‑term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• State Teachers Retirement System contribution.

Application Deadline

Open until filled; first review October 10, 2025. Submit materials by 11:59 pm PST on October 9, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Peralta Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District encourages a diverse applicant pool and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations may be made to the Office of Human Resources.