Dean, Instruction - Library and Student Learning Support Services (Full-Time, Ac

Posting Details Announcement Information

Posting Number: AA2024-1894

Title: Dean, Instruction - Library and Student Learning Support Services (Full-Time, Academic Administrator)

Campus Location: Fresno City College

Start Date: 08/01/2025

Essential Functions of Position

General Purpose
Under general direction of the Vice President and College President, plans, organizes, integrates and manages the educational processes and administrative activities of an instructional division at an assigned college; provides leadership for the advancement of effective instructional programming including scheduling, program/curriculum development, and Guided Pathways, oversees and develops class schedules; assigns and approves professional development; plans and conducts faculty evaluation and tenure processes; directs and coordinates communications, instructional planning, and other initiatives to meet college and student needs; manages assigned functions to ensure compliance with District/college policies and procedures and all state and federal codes, educational regulations and requirements; actively engages in participatory governance processes; and performs related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Dean, Instruction is distinguished from other deans and academic managers by its responsibility for providing leadership and management to an academic division in a college’s instructional program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

1. Plans, organizes and manages a college’s instructional programs and activities for an assigned group of disciplines.
2. Plans, organizes, directs, controls, integrates, and evaluates the work of assigned employees; develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve goals and objectives; manages and directs the development, implementation and evaluation of plans, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards.
3. Participates in the selection and onboarding of full-time and part-time faculty; directs faculty teaching assignments and monitors teaching loads; oversees and conducts the scheduling of class offerings and classroom allocations; assesses and manages the performance of the division’s full- and part-time faculty and conducts timely performance reviews; develops and works with faculty to maintain an assessment plan to measure instructional courses for student learning outcomes and adherence to accreditation standards.
4. Directs and manages the performance of assigned employees; establishes performance requirements and professional development targets for direct reports; regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development, including timely performance evaluations.
5. Provides day-to-day leadership and works with employees to ensure a high-performance, service-oriented work environment that supports achievement of the division’s, college’s and the District’s mission, objectives and values.
6. Works closely with college committees, such as Guided Pathways, Student Success, Equity and Program Planning, to advance the State Chancellor’s Vision for Success.
7. Participates actively in the life of the college and participatory governance processes and initiatives.
8. Works with department faculty, staff and administration to ensure compliance with California Code of Regulations Title V, accreditation standards and Board Policies and Administrative Regulations.
9. Uses enrollment and other data to develop efficient class schedules and related services to balance needs for student access, success and completion.
10. Ensures resources are available including employees, facilities, technology and equipment to meet instructional classroom and laboratory requirements for the assigned division.
11. Provides leadership in the coordination of state, local and regional collaborations and in community outreach activities.
12. Recommends, develops, implements, and revises policies, procedures and operational guidelines.
13. Represents the college and participates in state and national program training and development and professional group meetings.
14. As assigned, provides oversight of academic support services including library and tutorial services.

Other Duties

1. Provides advice and guidance to individual students in crisis or threat situations as appropriate.
2. Participates in community and business organizations to enhance the college’s presence in the external community.
3. Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups.
4. Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field of study, and four years of increasingly responsible experience as an academic administrator or in a faculty leadership role.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

A valid California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s vehicle insurance program.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity; recent experience working with racially minoritized students; and a commitment to participatory governance, consensus building, and team approach to management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

1. Principles, best practices and methods of instructional program development and administration.
2. Curriculum standards and application in assigned departments.
3. Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
4. Accreditation standards of the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
5. College organization, functions, policies, objectives and curriculum.
6. Principles and practices for the delivery of student and academic counseling.
7. Research methods and analysis techniques.
8. Principles and practices of effective management and supervision.

Skills and Abilities to:

1. Understand the importance of holding oneself accountable as educators for closing equity gaps.
2. Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference.
3. Plan, organize, direct and evaluate the instructional operations and activities of the assigned academic division.
4. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
5. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Conditions of Employment

219 duty days and 24 vacation days for a total of 243 days. Salary and Benefits: An annual salary of $162,317 – $182,689 based on education and experience.

Selection Procedure

Applications will initially be screened by Human Resources to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement.

State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity.

About the College

Fresno City College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity and inclusion among its faculty, classified professionals, and students.

Mission

As California’s first community college, Fresno City College provides access to equity-centered, quality, innovative educational programs and support services.

Vision

Fresno City College aspires to build upon our equity-centered mission and further our commitment to normalize a culture of racial equity and anti-racism.

Core Values

Equity-Mindedness: We call attention to patterns of inequity in student outcomes.

Social Justice: We are focused on removing institutional barriers.

Sustainable Social and Economic Mobility: We commit to breaking extractive, exploitative, and racist systems and practices.

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