Salary : $149,684.00 - $198,929.00 Annually
Location : Golden West College, Huntington Beach, CA
Job Type: Administrator
Job Number: GM-004-27
Division: Golden West College
Opening Date: 09/08/2026
Closing Date: 10/6/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Definition
(ON-CAMPUS - in-person position)
SummaryPlans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and promotes a unit within an academic or student services division or multifaceted academic/student services support function or a single academic or student services program.

Distinguishing Career FeaturesThe Associate Dean represents an expanded first level administrator position directing academic programs and/or services reporting to a Dean or Vice President. The Associate Dean may preside over a single program (e.g., Nursing), career and technical education programs, or academic and student services of a non-degree nature. The Associate Dean may also preside over multiple student
services programs, providing strategic programmatic intersectionality. The Associate Dean title may also be used as part of a career growth and succession plan to become a Dean.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSpecific duties may vary among departments, divisions and jobs. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following types of duties, as assigned:
1. Lead and oversee student equity strategies for the college through effective collaboration withfaculty, staff, administration, and students. Assess the effectiveness of implemented strategies.
2. Administers and leads college's Student Equity and Achievement Program and other special programs (e.g. Basic Needs and Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Student Achievement Program, Veterans) and activities.
3. Oversee activities within the administration of the Student Equity and Achievement Program, and other special programs including resource development and personnel management, in accordance with laws, regulations, District policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements.
4. Lead the strategic design and implementation of emerging programs and services which are often specially funded, and ensures these college-level programs, interventions, and enhancements are set up to comply with objectives and produce measurable outcomes.
5. Develop and implement high impact programs that encourage enrollment of underrepresented and disadvantaged students; collaborate with faculty, administration, and staff to establish academic, financial, social, and cultural support systems that encourage retention and inclusion in the college community.
6. Plan, develop, implement, and manage comprehensive programs and services for educationally and socio-economically disadvantaged and historically underrepresented students.
7. Collaborate with Research and Institutional Effectiveness to plan, facilitate, and coordinate research and professional development strategies and activities for the Student Equity and Achievement and Study Equity Plans that is based on data driven assessment.
8. Develops, recommends, and monitors approved and assigned general fund and grant-funded budgets and maximizes financial resources on approved funding. Ensures that program and financial reports are prepared, reviewed, and submitted on a timely basis, including compliance reports.
9. Serves as an active member and/or Chair on several campus-wide and District-wide committees task forces and work groups that contribute to the overall success of the college and District.
10. Participates on committees, task forces, and special assignments including but not limited to instructional, education technology, and non-instructional program review processes. Participates in the selection of faculty and staff. Participates in or conducts various department, division, college, and community meetings and committees.
11. Learns, interprets, and applies State Education Code, Government Code, Titles 5 & 9, and other federal and state regulations assigned to student services.
12. Establishes standards for staff, monitors, coaches, and evaluates the performance of staff to program requirements and personal development targets. Monitors the work of staff and offers coaching for continuous performance improvement and development. Recognizes performance outcomes and takes action to address deficiencies. Participates in the recruitment and selection of staff.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.
14. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 - Code of Professional Ethics

Qualifications and Physical Demands

QualificationsKnowledge and Skills1. The position requires advanced specialized knowledge of collegiate instruction, programs, and services that contribute to student success and equity.
2. Requires advanced knowledge of program development and evaluation.
3. Requires knowledge of assessment techniques and instructional support services.
4. Requires working knowledge of enrollment procedures, student retention, and community relations.
5. Requires knowledge and understanding of the philosophy and objectives of the community college and management principles and practices to supervise staff to achieve program objectives.
6. Requires knowledge of college-level financial assistance programs, supplemental educational programs, and other programs designed to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural, ethnic, social, disability, and language handicaps.
7. Requires knowledge of and skill at using computers, common office productivity software, learning management systems, and specialized technologies for delivering blended instruction to enhance teaching and student learning.
8. Requires advanced knowledge of current principles, trends, and methods in research to measure financial and statistical outcomes.
9. Requires well-developed written English language skills to prepare curriculum, reports, and professional correspondence.
10. Requires well-developed human relations skills to conduct live and remote teaching, performance reviews, deliver persuasive formal presentations, and convey technical information to a wide variety of audiences.
Abilities
1. Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
2. Requires the ability to develop and implement a plan of accountability for assigned instruction and student services.
3. Requires the ability to implement, evaluate, and develop training programs and curriculum.
4. Requires the ability to organize, plan, develop, and write new programs, develop new concepts, analyze outcomes, and prepare clear and concise reports.
5. Requires the ability to assess and link student-centered programs and services to student learning and retention outcomes.
6. Requires the ability to learn and apply the regulations of the Education Code and Title 5.
7. Requires the ability to be a fair-minded, ethical, and honest leader to administer codes of conduct and program guidelines.
8. Requires the ability to embrace change and emerging approaches to delivering instruction and/or student services.
9. Requires a passion for continuous learning and self-improvement.
10. Requires the ability to guide and motivate others toward goal achievement.
11. Requires the ability to direct and facilitate development of personal and team perspectives and develop and deliver training programs.
12. Requires the ability to develop and monitor budgets and maximize financial resources.
13. Requires understanding, sensitivity, and commitment to meeting the needs of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic background of the student, community, and employee population.
14. Requires the ability to work cooperatively and productively with internal and external constituencies.
15. Requires the ability to advocate for shared governance, collegiality, staff cohesiveness, and for the core values of the institution
Physical Abilities1. The general physical demands, working conditions, and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
2. Essential functions will vary by position.

Education and ExperienceThe position requires a Master's degree and one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's administrative assignment. Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position. Application of equivalency is required.

Desirable qualification is a Master's degree with a major or concentration in collegiate-level curriculum (academic and/or career subject/major) counseling, psychology, or related area and fouryears of experience delivering and administering instruction, student services, with one year in a leadership capacity. A California Community College Credential authorizing administrative service is desirable.
AND
Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, ethnic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom.

Licenses and CertificatesMay require a valid driver license.

Working ConditionsWork is performed indoors where minimal safety considerations exist.

This job specification describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, work steps, and skills required of the job.
Conditions of Employment
This is a full-time, 12 month per year educational administrator position. The normal hours of work are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours will vary and may include nights and/or weekends in order to meet the needs of the department. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor.
Application Requirements

To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet at by the application deadline: 11:59 pm, Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
Incomplete applications, application materials submitted by mail and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).

A complete application packet includes:

1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
2. A Current Resume of professional and educ