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District Dean, Educational Services (Full-Time, Academic Administrator) District Office

Position Number: 6852904
Location: Fresno, CA
Position Type: Deans - Other

District Dean, Educational Services (Full-Time, Academic Administrator) District Office

State Center Community College District

Closing Date: 3/2/2026 at 11:59 PM

Campus Location: District Office

Start Date: 07/01/2026

Essential Functions:
General Purpose
Under the direction of the Vice Chancellor, Educational Services & Institutional Effectiveness, the District Dean, Educational Services plans, organizes, directs and integrates assigned Districtwide instructional training programs, resource development, instructional program compliance, and assigned operations. The District Dean, Educational Services is responsible for aligning program requirements, funding, and delivery to ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The District Dean, Educational Services serves as a district liaison to college administrators to foster interdepartmental and cross-district collaboration in resource development, effective instructional program planning and delivery, contract development, regional partnerships, and effective practices for educational resources. Responsible for ensuring the viability and legality of instructional support services including grant services, Training Institute and Dual Enrollment. Acts as a key advisor to the Vice Chancellor of Educational Services & Institutional Effectiveness and may serve as Acting Vice Chancellor in their absence.

Distinguishing Characteristics District Dean, Educational Services is distinguished from other deans and academic administrators by the incumbent's responsibility for coordinating Districtwide instructional compliance efforts and leading comprehensive administrative oversight for continuous improvement of educational programs. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating instructional policy development and regulatory oversight in support of the District's student success efforts.
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 class.

1. Plans, organizes, directs, controls, integrates and evaluates the instructional programs and initiatives at the District level; with District and college managers and staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve goals and objectives; contributes to development of and monitors performance against the annual division budget; manages and directs development, implementation and evaluation of plans, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards.

2. Directs and manages the performance of assigned employees; directs and oversees the selection of employees; establishes performance requirements and personal development targets for direct reports; regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development including timely performance evaluations; hears and acts on employee grievances; subject to concurrence by senior management and Human Resources, approves or takes disciplinary action, up to and including termination, to address performance deficiencies, in accordance with Personnel Commission Rules, Board policies, Administrative Regulations, Human Resources procedures and collective bargaining agreements.

3. Provides day-to-day leadership and works with employees to ensure a high-performance, service-oriented work environment that supports achievement of the division and District's mission, objectives and values; recommends and supports educational training and professional development for managers; promotes workplace diversity, inclusion, cultural competency and a positive work environment.

4. Provides support to reporting managers and/or administrators regarding disciplinary actions and grievances; approves related decisions.

5. Participates in the development and implementation of District strategic plans, goals and objectives; coordinates the application of new methodologies, technologies and business process improvements to achieve higher efficiency, productivity and customer service for direct reports.

6. Identifies accountability strategies, aligns data analytics and streamlines communication with program leadership and District/college administrators and faculty; manages and leads District and regional program collaborations to support student success by fostering working relationships across the District to advance common objectives.

7. Interprets, applies and ensures compliance with all federal and state laws, applicable program policies, procedures, guidelines and reporting requirements; remains current on applicable legislative decisions and developments; reviews pending legislation and guidelines which may affect areas of responsibility; ensures the viability and legality of programs; develops, maintains and audits spreadsheets, databases and reports; utilizes third-party portals and databases to research and track information and present information as needed.

8. Leads internal efforts to improve Educational Services operations and other areas assigned; facilitates educational programs including academic scheduling and program efficiency, supporting colleges' review of Career Technical Education (CTE) programs as a committee member and district liaison, provides data-informed input that improves access of opportunity for all students. Serves in district enrollment management forums.

9. Prepares the division's annual program review for approval by the Vice Chancellor. Recommends refinement of processes and procedures through an annual quality review; ensures continuous improvement of services through assessment of best practices, feedback from internal and external users and notifies Vice Chancellor of potential issues which may result in nonrenewal, loss of funding, out-of-compliance sanction, accreditation, audit, or similar concerns.

10. Oversees the coordination of the appropriate application of Education Department General Administrative Regulation (EDGAR); ensures District, state and federal guidelines are met; coordinates the analysis and reporting of data extracted from internal relational and external databases; directs and manages the development and submission of reports, recommendations and plans.

11. Recommends, develops, implements, and revises policies, procedures and operational guidelines to improve and/or clarify processes.

12. Coordinate the development and alignment of academic services related to adult education, K-16 career education, dual enrollment, career education, Guided Pathways implementation and educational grant processes; build and maintain relationships with local educational partners to develop programs that align with regional transfer pathways; serve as a content expert in evaluation of externally funded programs and services.

13. Collaborates with other administrators on the reporting activity for various California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office (CCCCO) reporting platforms; connects district academic scheduling initiatives with related reports or state mandates; confers and recommends corrections, data refinements, and process improvements to District/college authority/grantee to support timely accuracy and compliance.

14. Represents the District and participates in state and national program training and development and professional group meetings; makes presentations to various groups within the District, other educational institutions, community organizations and governmental agencies.

15. Serves on or leads committees, workgroups and task forces.
Other Duties
1. Participates in community and business organizations to enhance the District's presence in the external community.

2. Participates in participatory governance processes and initiatives.

3. Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.

4. Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience
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, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practices.

A master's degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field of study, and three years of increasingly responsible experience as an academic administrator or in a faculty leadership role, at least two years of which involved management or supervision of adult education, workforce development or related categorically-funded programs.

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:
Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity; recent experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusions of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes; willingness to examine and remediate one's relational practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students; and a commitment to participatory governance, consensus building, and team approach to management.

Master's degree in public administration, public policy, business administration, educational administration, or a closely related subject-matter discipline/field. Related experience as an administrator in a community college, particularly in systems analysis and program support. Experience teaching in higher education, workforce or vocational education, or K-12.

Knowledge of:

1. Advanced knowledge of principles, theories, and best practices for policy administration of educational programming, service planning, and participatory governance in higher education.

2. The role of community colleges and dynamics within multi-cultural communities served.

3. Regional, District and community resources including governmental, community and social service organizations and their functions as applicable to assigned responsibilities.

4. Principles, practices and methods of complex grant budget development, management, tracking and reporting in compliance with District, state and federal guidelines.

5. Federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies governing fiscal requirements of community colleges and educational institutions.

6. Principles, practices, methods and concepts used in public agency partnerships.

7. Principles and practices of sound business communication, including proper English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

8. Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, purchasing and maintaining public records.

9. Research methods and analysis techniques.

10. Principles and practices of effective management and supervision.

11. Principles and practices of strategic planning.

12. Basic principles and practices of organizational improvement and culture change.

13. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work being performed, including those required in crisis or threat situations.

14. Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, Human Resources procedures, Personnel Commission Rules, and collective bargaining agreements.

15. District and its mission and goals.

Skills and Abilities to:

1. Facilitates strategic collaboration with faculty, classified professionals, administrators, and community stakeholders to develop, institutionalize, and align programs with District objectives and student success initiatives.

2. Understand the importance of holding oneself accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices.

3. Plan, organize and direct projects in a multi-college District environment and make sound policy or procedural solution-based recommendations.

4. Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility.

5. Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference.

6. Reflect on institutional practices and aim to create a culturally responsive educational environment.

7. Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.

8. Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices.

9. Develop and maintain an inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, respect and engagement.

10. Analyze and make innovative recommendations on complex community college educational needs, educational programming and community partnership opportunities/issues within areas of responsibility.

11. Define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and develop sound, independent conclusions and recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, rules and policies.

12. Interpret, explain and apply complex legal mandates, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures applicable to assigned responsibilities with consistency and a high degree of accuracy.

13. Work collaboratively with District/college administrators and stakeholders to develop and institutionalize grant/funding identification, acquisition, tracking and management methodologies and systems.

14. Organize, set priorities and exercise expert, independent judgment within areas of responsibility.

15. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and practice active listening.

16. Develop and implement appropriate procedures and controls.

17. Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes, rules and policies.

18. Represent the District/college effectively in dealings with the public, employees and other colleges.

19. Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies and other written materials.

20. Operate a computer and use standard business software.

21. Make presentations and present proposals and recommendations clearly, logically and persuasively to diverse audiences.

22. Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues, situations and concerned people.

23. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

24. Contribute to District vitality and growth.

Conditions of Employment:
219 duty days and 24 vacation days for a total of 243 days.

Salary and Benefits:
Starting salary range is $166,046 - $186,886 based on education and experience. Salary will be prorated based on start date. A doctoral stipend of $2,419 is available. In addition, the District offers an attractive fringe benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents, and life insurance for employees. Employees are also members of the California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS).

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

From the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents, a search advisory committee will screen the application packets and determine the candidates who are best qualified based on the minimum qualifications and desirable qualifications. Those candidates will be invited to interview.

INTERVIEWS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED AS FOLLOWS:

FIRST LEVEL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF TBD
FINAL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF TBD

The selection committee will rate responses to the interview questions and writing prompt (if applicable). Based on this rating, a small number of applicants will be selected as the "recommended candidates". These candidates will be forwarded to the Vice President and College President for final interviews.

A hiring recommendation will be made by the College President and forwarded to the Board of Trustees of State Center Community College District for final approval.

State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District's purpose to support student success both locally and globally. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably.

SCCCD EEO Plan

For more information, contact the Academic Human Resources Office, 1171 Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93721, (559) 243-7100. For more information on State Center Community College District, visit our website at www.scccd.edu. Please refer to position number DWAD-DEAN (Slot #1111).

Submission of application and related materials is the applicant's responsibility and must be submitted through the District's online applicant portal. The District reserves the right to re-advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is deemed that the applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool or if funding is not available. All application materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for disqualification or discharge from employment.

Additional Information:
This is an academic management position, exempt from overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, with responsibility for formulation and implementation of district policies, regulations, budget decisions, and supervision of personnel including assignment of work, evaluation of performance, adjusting grievances, recommending hiring, transfer, suspension, layoff, recall, promotion, and termination. Physical and Mental Demands
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this assignment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this assignment, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand; and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this assignment, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks with intensive deadlines and frequent interruptions; and interact with District managers, faculty, staff, the public, consortia members, community partners and others encountered in the course of work.
Working Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this assignment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees work under typical office conditions subject to frequent public contact and interruption and intermittent exposure to individuals acting in a disagreeable fashion, and the noise level is usually quiet. The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned worksite and to adjust to work schedule changes. This is an academic management position exempt from overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

About the District:

State Center Community College District (SCCCD) provides students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences - emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at SCCCD, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners.

Mission & Vision
Mission Statement:
State Center Community College District (SCCCD) is committed to empowering our colleges in their efforts to promote exemplary educational opportunities and to provide safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments leading to student success and global competitiveness which will transform our region.

Vision Statement:
Empowering through Educational Excellence.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: www.scccd.edu

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