Job No: 537803; 8/23/2024

ASSOCIATE DEAN - COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, COMPUTER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

California State University, Los Angeles, invites applications for the above Administrator III position.

The University: California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 23 campuses within the California State University system.  The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. We offer nationally recognized programs and our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, and service.

As a federally recognized Hispanic-serving (HSI) and Asian-American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-serving institution (AANAPISI), Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all of its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff can thrive.

The College: The College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology (http://www.calstatela.edu/ecst) offers ABET-accredited BS programs in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science, and BS degrees in Aviation Administration, Engineering Technology, and Fire Protection Administration and Technology. The College also offers MS degrees in Computer Science, Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, and Industrial Management. Our students primarily come from the Los Angeles region, the majority are in their family’s first generation to attend college, and they are deeply committed to strengthening their communities. Our faculty are committed to research and teaching in a supportive atmosphere that helps students prepare for professional careers.

The Position:  Reporting to the Dean of the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology, the Associate Dean is a member of the College Leadership Team and has a key role in implementing the College’s Strategic Priorities. The Associate Dean assists the Dean in all aspects of college administration and management including broad responsibilities in the following major areas: support for initiatives related to equity, diversity, and inclusion; curriculum oversight as it pertains to assessment, accreditation, and program review; undergraduate and graduate program development and oversight; scheduling and enrollment management; outreach and recruitment; retention and graduation; advisement and student affairs; technical operations and infrastructure for research and instruction; and coordination of College special events. In the absence of the Dean, serves as Acting Dean. The successful candidate will be committed to the academic success of all of our students and to an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates diversity and differences. To this end, the successful candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings. In addition, the successful candidate will be ready to join faculty, staff, students, and administrators in our university’s shared commitment to the principles of engagement, service, and the public good.

Required Qualifications & Experience: An earned doctorate from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to one of the disciplines within the College and a record of professional achievement sufficient to be eligible for appointment at the rank of Professor in one of the departments in the College. The successful candidate must have excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Candidate must have successful leadership experience in the administration of academic programs; experience in university-level instruction; a relevant research record; experience in student advisement; and an understanding of the issues unique to engineering, computer science, and technology programs, including assessment and ABET accreditation requirements. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional and cooperative working relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, and students; act decisively under stressful situations. Incumbent must demonstrate an interest or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.

California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Desired Qualifications: Familiarity with the disciplines represented in the college. Research experience in engineering, computer science, technology, and/or engineering/computer science/technology education. Successful grant writing experience and externally funded research; experience with teaching/learning innovation; experience and demonstrated success in curriculum development; familiarity with faculty personnel policy and procedures; and knowledge of student affairs policies and procedures. Experience with scheduling and enrollment management, budget management, and demonstrated success in improving administrative processes and procedures. Commitment to undergraduate and graduate student success, community engagement, and to fostering a collaborative culture.

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary range is $6,563 - $21,066/monthly. Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $13,750 - $15,000/monthly) A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Appointment: The Administrator III appointment will be made under the guidelines for management and supervisory employees of the California State University.  All rights and benefits associated with this appointment are governed by the Management Personnel Plan.

This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on September 22, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A completed online Cal State LA employment application is required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Recommended application materials: Letter of interest and CV.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply.  Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.

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