Dean of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences; COA

Overview

Under the direction of the Vice President of Instruction, the Dean provides leadership in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the college’s instructional programs as assigned. Assures compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and funding requirements related to community college instruction, and ensures the quality of instruction for meeting the needs of students and the community. Works collaboratively with the other deans, and with faculty, staff, and administration, to achieve the goals and objectives of the College of Alameda Mission, Vision and Values as well as the Educational Master Plan.

Serves on the college management team and participates in district-wide initiatives and governance. Manages and guides staff activities; participates in faculty evaluations.

This position directs, encourages and supports the development of a variety of teaching and learning techniques used by faculty and learning support staff providing students with an optimal learning experience. The coordination of academic scheduling, faculty assignments, review of course outlines and syllabi, learning practices and assessment are within the purview of this position.

The dean assigned to Liberal Studies, Language Arts, Learning Resources and Library, will become conversant and contribute as a thought leader in the curriculum, programs, instructional methods, community partnerships, and student success in the division. S/he will support basic skills, Career Education programs, degree and transfer programs, and will advance innovations, including through oversight of grants and special initiatives, in these disciplines and fields of study.

The dean will guide participation by these departments in cross-institutional efforts such as the First Year Experience, contract education, dual enrollment, faculty advising, and institutional learning outcomes assessment. The dean will facilitate interdepartmental communication and collaboration with the other departments in instruction and in student services.