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OverviewDean of Liberal Arts, San Diego Miramar College. Location: San Diego Miramar College. Position Type: Academic. FLSA Status: Exempt (no overtime). Pay Information: Range 6 ($10,725.84 - $17,471.26) per month, based on the current Management salary schedule. Initial salary placement is commensurate with related experience and promotional rules. This position is under the Management salary schedule and may require a temporary probationary period. This notice is for posting details related to the Dean of Liberal Arts. Posting details indicate the closing date: Open until filled with a planned closing date of 10/03/2025. Position Number: 000104. Location: San Diego Miramar College. The San Diego Community College District (SDCCD) Employment Page provides links to collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and information about terms and conditions of employment, including salary and benefits. Responsibilities Plan, organize, coordinate, manage, and evaluate an assigned instructional or instructional support program in accordance with legal requirements, district policies, and sound instructional/guidance principles and practices. Establish overall objectives and plans; initiate and participate in overall program planning; assess needs for new programs/services and facilitate their development and implementation in accordance with established approval guidelines and budgets. Direct the evaluation of facilities and equipment and recommend improvements. Communicate and interpret program objectives and offerings to potential students, other two-year and four-year institutions, community organizations, students, staff, instructors, and others. Screen, interview, select, assign, supervise, and evaluate regular and substitute faculty and staff; plan, coordinate, and provide orientation and in-service education for professional development of assigned staff. Prepare staff assignments and schedules; assign work location in accordance with established district policy. Develop annual budget recommendations according to established procedures; monitor and control assigned program budgets; initiate special fund requests. Serve as a member of district, site, or other committees and task forces; maintain liaison with other site and district administration to assure proper coordination of activities; promote sharing of ideas and communication of successful operating practices with others in similar positions inside and outside the District. Represent the District and participate at local, state, and national levels in organizations and activities that improve, promote, and publicize district instructional/instructional support programs. Coordinate and direct special projects as assigned; initiate studies and conduct analyses as necessary to determine the need for new or modified course offerings, programs, or services. Prepare reports and make presentations as necessary; assure the preparation, distribution, and maintenance of required reports, records, and files. Coordinate and facilitate the resolution of student, instructor, and staff conflicts, complaints, and grievances. Perform related duties as assigned. Major Responsibilities DEAN - UNDER INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES: These incumbents are assigned to Instructional Services, manage a major instructional program(s) and also perform the following: review and evaluate curricula and effect changes as needed with the advice of department chairpersons and faculty; develop and coordinate instructional services in support of matriculation and student services; advise and direct faculty members in designing and implementing special projects; approve the selection of textbooks, visual aids, and other instructional materials; direct course approval applications for submission to the District and the State Chancellor's Office; assure the timely development of class schedules; direct the review and revision of materials for college catalogs related to assigned instructional area(s); assign instructors according to qualifications, scheduling requirements, and established workload standards. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Possession of a Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution AND one (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's assignment; OR Possession of a lifetime California Community College Supervisor Credential AND two (2) years of recent management experience in an institution of higher education. Desired Qualifications Higher education teaching experience, preferably as a tenured faculty member. Strong background in budget management and compliance. Effective and practical leadership in academic program development, including curriculum design, course scheduling, enrollment management, and outcomes assessment. Experience building strong relationships with faculty, staff, and leadership. Experience with conflict resolution, mediation amongst groups or individuals, facilitating civil, constructive, and collaborative resolutions, including working with collective bargaining units/unions. Demonstrated ability to facilitate and participate in inclusive and collaborative processes, effectively contributing in a participatory governance environment. Demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff. Licenses Possession of a lifetime California Community College Chief Administrative Officer Credential. Pay Information Range 6 ($10,725.84 - $17,471.26) per month based on the current Management salary schedule. Initial salary placement is commensurate with related experience and promotional rules. The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer-paid medical, dental, and vision plans; sick and vacation leave; and opportunities for professional development. Initial Salary Placement, Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the Management Employees Handbook and is non-negotiable. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment. To Apply Apply online at: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community college students and staff. Application Materials Complete online application Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae or Resume Unofficial Transcripts (Graduate) Unofficial Transcripts (Undergraduate) Three (3) Professional References listed within application Foreign Degree Evaluation (if applicable) Additional Information Selected candidate must complete pre-employment requirements including official transcripts, tuberculosis exam, fingerprints via Live Scan, proof of eligibility to work, and new hire processing. The posting includes a tentative timeline and conditions of employment. The District may transfer employees to any site at its option. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) are emphasized throughout the hiring process. Seniority level Executive Employment type Full-time Job function Education and Training Industries Education Note: This refined description preserves the substantive content and responsibilities while removing extraneous boilerplate and formatting clutter. It uses only allowed HTML tags and aims to present a clear, job-focused summary suitable for posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-24