Associate Dean of UED; Administrator III) Internal

Our Commitment To Equity, Diversity, And Inclusion

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Under the general direction of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Academic Success the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education provides academic, administrative, and organizational leadership for programs and initiatives within Undergraduate Education and Academic Success.

The Associate Dean is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and integration of a portfolio of undergraduate education programs that advance equitable student success, academic achievement, belonging, high-impact learning, and students' successful transition into and through the University. The portfolio includes First-Year Experience, Honors, REACH Student Success Center, Civic Engagement, Undergraduate Research, Book in Common, and other programs or initiatives assigned by the Vice Provost.

The Associate Dean directly supervises nine faculty leaders, managers, and professional staff and provides broader leadership for employees and student assistants working within the assigned programs. As a member of the UED leadership team, the Associate Dean partners with the Vice Provost to establish priorities, strengthen coordination and accountability, support program leaders, and align the portfolio with Academic Affairs and University priorities.

Doctorate or appropriate terminal degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the work of Undergraduate Education or a related field.

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education administration, academic affairs, student success, enrollment management, or a closely related field.
• Direct experience in managing a unit.
• Teaching, scholarly activity and service experience in the areas of student success, retention, and equity in higher education.
• Experience supervising professional staff, faculty, or managers.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills:

• Demonstrated commitment to equitable student success and experience with high-impact practices, inclusive excellence, and programs that support belonging, persistence, and academic achievement.
• Experience using data, assessment, and student or stakeholder feedback to guide planning and program improvement.
• Experience with strategic planning, budget and resource oversight, personnel processes, and organizational development.
• Knowledge of shared governance and the ability to navigate complex university structures, policies, and cross-divisional relationships.
• Strong organizational, communication, collaboration, judgment, and follow-through skills, with a compassionate, open-minded, and team-oriented leadership approach.
• Demonstrated experience fostering a welcoming, fair, respectful, and inclusive workplace…