Dean, College of Humanities

About the Position

The College of Humanities at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the Dean. Reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean will oversee academic programs, personnel, and budget management.

The Dean will play a key role in developing external relations and seeking supplemental external support for the college. They will also provide effective leadership to support the increasing ethnic and gender diversity and international character of the college.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution with eligibility for appointment at the rank of Professor within one of the disciplines of the college
• At least three years of successful administrative experience in higher education, involving oversight of academic programs, personnel, and/or budget management at or above the level of department chair (or equivalent)
• Demonstrated record of excellence in university-level teaching, scholarship, and/or creative activity
• Demonstrated experience mentoring faculty, promoting faculty research and scholarship, and advocating for resources to support their professional growth
• Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration and work effectively with diverse groups, including students, faculty, staff, university administrators, alumni, and community leaders
• Demonstrated ability to provide visionary leadership, set strategic goals, and promote academic excellence in a complex and diverse academic environment
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion for students, faculty, and staff in all aspects of academic and administrative leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of administrative or leadership experience in higher education, especially overseeing complex operations or large organizational units
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, advancement, or development activities, including securing major gifts or building relationships with donors and alumni
• Demonstrated ability to lead innovation, manage change, and implement new initiatives or technologies in academic settings
• Evidence of successful strategic planning and implementation, including experience with long-term visioning and adapting to higher education trends
• Familiarity and experience working within shared governance structures and fostering collaborative decision-making with faculty and staff in a collective bargaining environment