Academic Division Dean, Arts and Social Sciences

Ideal Candidate Statement

Ohlone College is seeking an educational leader with a strong commitment to the diverse mission and ideals of the community college, to assume the position of Dean of Arts and Social Sciences. The candidate is committed to leading in an equitable and culturally competent learning environment. The ideal candidate will be skilled in motivating and assisting faculty in support of student learning.

Innovative teaching strategies are encouraged at Ohlone, including collaborative learning and the active use of technology. The successful candidate can cultivate an environment that supports curriculum development and instructional improvement through ongoing critical thinking about student learning outcomes in courses and programs. The ideal candidate has outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with students, faculty and staff of varied backgrounds, demonstrates strategic thinking, and exhibits a flexible working style adaptable to change.

The Dean understands California community college enrollment management, budgeting, and hiring processes. The candidate will be a contributing member of a highly effective team of college-wide deans and directors. Ohlone prides itself as a Learning College and values continuous professional development.

Provide educational and academic leadership for excellence in teaching and learning within a Learning College philosophy and environment. Direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the programs and activities of the Arts and Social Sciences Division in Academic Affairs. Exercise direct supervision over professional, technical and clerical staff. Coordinate assigned activities with other college departments, divisions, and outside agencies. Provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

The Dean is responsible for the following academic programs and services:

• Art, Digital Arts and Interactive Design, Interior Design
• Administration of Justice, Chicano/ Latino Studies, Early Childhood Studies, Environmental Studies, Ethnic Studies, Gender and Women Studies, Geography, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology
• Potentially other departments