Dean, College of Education

Dean, College of Education

Job no: 562798
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Sacramento
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Working Title: Dean, College of Education

Classification Title: Administrator IV

Posting Details

Priority Application Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2026 @ 11:55pm PST (Posting will remain open until filled)

Position Summary

The Dean is part of the provost's academic leadership team and serves as the chief academic and administrative officer and spokesperson of the College of Education. The primary responsibilities of the Dean are to provide leadership and manage the programs and activities of the College as one of the academic units of the California State University, Sacramento campus. To this end, the Dean facilitates and supports faculty development and productivity in teaching, scholarly and creative activities, and service to the institution and the community; represent the college and assists in partnerships with regional entities and initiatives; coordinates and supports the development and evaluation of instructional program offerings and student support systems. The Dean has primary responsibility for external funds development, gifts, grants, and contracts that support the breadth of activities of the College, and provides leadership in building strong relationships with, and generating support in, the greater community for the benefit of the College. The Dean also oversees development of annual budget requests and administers the College's budget. The Dean is responsible for personnel matters, including coordinating and supervising the administrative duties of program chairs, program directors, and staff and for making independent recommendations on all College appointments, retention, tenure, and promotion requests. The Dean assists/supports the faculty in efforts to improve assessment of student learning outcomes for each degree and credential program in the College. The Dean is responsible for implementation of the University's Academic and Strategic Plans in the College.

The Dean is supported by an Associate Dean and the Dean's Office staff. The Dean serves as an advocate for the diverse needs of the College, particularly at the University and CSU System-wide levels. The Dean is a University administrative officer and performs these and other duties as assigned by the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and the President.

FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $17,000 per month - $19,000 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $10,106 per month - $32,441 per month

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Salary Grade/Range: 1

Recruitment Type: At-Will

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Work hours may vary depending on department need. Position is on-site.

Department Information

The College of Education engages in current research, community service, professional development, and facilitation of innovative practices.

We are connected and have a special commitment to the Sacramento region because we live and work here.

College of Education | Sacramento State

Required Qualifications

Education/Experience

1. Possession of an earned doctorate and eligibility for a senior faculty appointment within the College of Education or equivalent work experience.
2. Experience with assessment of program learning outcomes;
3. Three years of administrative experience in a university, preferably including experience at the department level;
4. Experience with and commitment to interdisciplinary programs and scholarship;
5. Evidence of successful fiscal resource management experience;
6. Recent and demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse faculty, staff and student population;
7. Experience with disciplinary accrediting and credentialing agencies.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

1. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work collegially and collaboratively to meet the goals/mission of the College;
2. Ability to be a strong advocate for programs in the College;
3. Demonstrated commitment to shared faculty governance;
4. Successful teaching experience and record of research or scholarly activity in one or more of the disciplines in the College;
5. Strong written and verbal communications skills;
6. Strong interpersonal skills;
7. Demonstrated ability to generate external funds;
8. Commitment to excellence in teaching and learning;
9. Knowledge and experience with assessment of student learning outcomes;
10. Demonstrated commitment to both undergraduate and graduate education;
11. Knowledge of the programs contained within the College;
12. Evidence of community involvement and leadership as it relates to student recruitment and fundraising.
13. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

Preferred Qualifications

21. Understanding of and willingness to support the varied goals of the college faculty and academic programs;

22. Understanding of and willingness to support undergraduate and graduate research and student support programs;

23. Experience with and a commitment to a Liberal Arts education;

24. Demonstrated experience as a department chair or an equivalent position;

25. Knowledge and/or experience with accreditation processes;

26. Experience managing a unionized workforce, subject to collective bargaining agreements;

27. Ability to build on existing strengths to create a vibrant vision for the future of the College;

28. Experience supporting Community Engagement, Service Learning, and/or Global Education;

29. Demonstrated understanding of the value of and support for the effective use of technology in all forms of instruction and research;

30. Evidence of community involvement.

Documents Needed to Apply (2)

Resume/CV and cover letter.

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California's capital city, five miles from State Capitol. T

The lush, 300-acre park-like campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million.

Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and Black-Serving Institution (BSI). The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

"As California's capital university, Sacramento State transforms lives by preparing all students to lead, serve, and succeed. We are committed to our designations as a Hispanic Serving Institution, an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution, and a Black Serving Institution, and to intentionally serving students reflective of these designations and all students who have been historically underserved in education."

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Advertised: Nov 04 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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