Dean, Student Learning and Success (2 Positions)

Dean, Student Learning and Success (2 Positions)

Salary: $155,695.00 - $184,004.00 Annually

Location: Berkeley City College - Berkeley, CA

Job Type: Management

Job Number: 202600089

Division: B - Student Services

Closing Date: 10/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Class Purpose

Please note that this recruitment will be used to fill two Dean of Learning and Success positions. Both positions will carry the same title and will have blended responsibilities spanning Student Services and Instruction, with distinct areas of leadership responsibility.

The anticipated areas of focus are:

• Dean of Student Learning and Success - Enrollment Management
• Dean of Student Learning and Success - Liberal Arts and Social Science

Candidates may be considered for either position based on the needs of the District and the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Under general direction, provides day-to-day administration, operational leadership, and supervision of programs, services, personnel, and budgets of assigned instructional programs, student services, or an integrated portfolio of educational programs. Provides leadership in support of student success, enrollment, retention, completion, transfer, workforce development, and equitable outcomes. Collaborates with faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners to advance institutional goals and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and District policies.

Examples of Duties

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides operational leadership, planning, and administrative oversight for assigned instructional, student services, or integrated educational programs and departments.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates short- and long-range goals, objectives, operational plans, and program improvement initiatives.
• Promotes student-centered practices and advances equitable access, success, and completion for all students.
• Directs and evaluates assigned personnel, including hiring, onboarding, performance management, professional development, and disciplinary processes.
• Develops, monitors, and manages assigned budgets, grants, categorical funding, and other resources.
• Participates in program review, assessment, accreditation activities, strategic planning, and continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Provides operational oversight for instructional programs and academic services, including curriculum development processes, class scheduling, faculty assignment and evaluation workflows, instructional support centers, instructional quality, student learning outcomes, educational effectiveness and related academic operations as assigned.
• Provides operational oversight for student support programs and services, including but not limited to counseling, enrollment services, financial aid, special programs, student success initiatives, and related services as assigned.
• Analyzes data and performance metrics to identify trends, inform decision-making, and improve institutional effectiveness.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with educational institutions, business and industry partners, governmental agencies, community organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Ensures compliance with accreditation requirements, Title 5 regulations, Education Code provisions, federal and state mandates, and District policies.
• Leads change management initiatives and organizational improvement efforts.
• Serves on District and college committees, task forces, and shared governance bodies.
• Represents the College and District at meetings, conferences, and community events.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience in higher education.
• Experience in instruction, student services programs, or other educational leadership functions is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of community college administration.
• Instructional and student services programs and operations.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Accreditation standards and institutional effectiveness practices.
• Program review, strategic planning, and assessment methodologies.
• Budget development, fiscal management, and resource allocation.
• Collective bargaining agreements and personnel administration.
• Student success, enrollment management, retention, and equity initiatives.
• Data analysis and performance measurement.
• Principles of supervision, leadership, and organizational development.

Ability to:

• Provide collaborative leadership.
• Foster a culture of equity, inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate complex educational programs.
• Effectively supervise and evaluate personnel.
• Analyze data and make sound, evidence-based decisions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Develop and manage budgets and resources.
• Build partnerships and collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Lead organizational change and strategic initiatives.
• Interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and collective bargaining agreements.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position.

The employment application must be completed and submitted online. Applicants must list current and past work experience. Do not indicate "See Resume".

Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply.

The following documents are required for this position:

1. Cover Letter

2. Resume

3. Transcripts verifying completion of a Master's degree

4. A minimum of three references

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the application deadline.

Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection process. Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

Please note, the District's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and may be required to pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification. New employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Elizabeth Palafox at View email address on us.fitly.work .

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