Dean of Instruction, STEM

Riverside Community College District

Application Deadline. Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed below by 8:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time:
5/14/2026


Dean of Instruction, STEM

How to Apply
Application Deadline: Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed below by 8:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time. 05/14/2026
Position Title: Dean of Instruction, STEM
Job listing number
Department:Academic Affairs (R)
Position Type: Academic Management
Student Position Type
Student Employment Location/Department
College/Campus: Riverside
Physical location of the position:Riverside
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Employment Type:Full-Time
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Position Length: 12-month
Salary Range: Grade Z
Salary Amount: $185,925 - $226,351
Salary Type:Annual
Is this position categorically (grant) funded? No
If categorically (grant) funded, date funded through:
Department Specific Needs:

Job Description
BASIC FUNCTION

Acts as the academic officer and provides administrative supervision and direction to assigned academic programs, including the departments of Chemistry, Life Sciences, Mathematics, and the Physical Sciences; and ensures the quality and integrity of all aspects of these academic and instructional programs, and the supervision of program directors, department chairs, faculty, and classified staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from assigned area administrator. Directs academic departments, program directors, department chairs, faculty, classified staff, and student employees.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This dean classification is responsible for the overall direction and operations of STEM instructional areas, including course management and budgetary oversight. Work is typically performed under the overall vision and direction of the college president or area administrator, and incumbents exercise considerable judgment and discretion in the achievement of goals and objectives.

Education and Experience:

A master's degree from an accredited institution in any of the core disciplines of STEM and four (4) years of full-time teaching experience in higher education, and three years of management and/or senior level leadership experience in a postsecondary educational institution.

An earned doctorate, community college teaching experience, and teaching, curriculum, and administrative experience in the core areas of the position is highly preferred.

Knowledge of:

1. Higher education best practices;
2. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, and general policies and procedures related to higher education practices;
3. Current principles and practices of administration, supervision, and training;
4. Budget preparation, management, and related processes;
5. Curriculum development; policies, objectives, and contemporary practices in the core areas of the position.

Ability to:

1. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
2. Manage staff and work collaboratively with other administrators, and academic department chairs and faculty;
3. Work effectively in shared governance and consensus building settings;
4. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action;
5. Evaluate and support faculty recommendations for program improvements or new service efforts;
6. Promote diversity, inclusion, equity, and academic excellence;
7. Advocate for the academic programs to which assigned;
8. Identify alternate funding resources and develop grant or special projects applications.
9. Demonstrate clear evidence of sensitivity and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students, staff, and the community.

Licenses and Certifications:

A valid driver's license and proof of insurability may be required to drive a District vehicle.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.This classification primarily works in an office and standing in and walking between work areas is occasionally required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and close to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 10 pounds. Occasional visits to observe STEM-related labs may also be required.

The functions of this classification must be performed by the incumbents with or without reasonable accommodations.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may be required to utilize personal protective gear or safety precautions in lab environments. Employees may interact with upset individuals in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Provides administrative leadership and direction for the development and modification of educational programs in all the disciplines under the area of supervision; advises the college Vice President regarding budgets, planning, coordinating, and evaluating education programs.
2. Attends and participates in a variety of required meetings including but not limited to Vice Chancellor's Cabinet, Curriculum Committee, Deans' Meetings, Strategic Planning Committee, Senate, and other appropriate meetings.
3. Oversees and participates in the evaluation of faculty and staff.
4. Determines the departments' budget needs in conjunction with chairs and faculty; supervises and monitors the budget and expenditures in all assigned areas.
5. Directs the preparation of reports, as needed, related to curriculum, enrollment management, and instructional policies; assigns FTES under fiscal and educational (Enrollment Management Plan) policies; optimizes use of the District's resources for instructional facilities and staff.
6. Supervises the development and implementation of class schedules, and assists in the development of the college catalog, class schedules, and other publications.
7. Meets with students and faculty to resolve and arbitrate conflicts and issues.
8. Serves as the administrative lead for Divisional annual and long-range integrated strategic planning, and serves in the college enrollment management plan and the accreditation process; directs the development of new programs and curricula, working with department chairs and faculty.
9. Leads the search for alternate resources for the programs through grants, foundations, and fundraising activities.
10. Strengthens existing partnerships and extends new partnerships with school districts, four-year institutions, industry, and with regional and national professional organizations.
11. Contributes to facility operation design and renovation.
12. Provides opportunities for staff and faculty development.
13. Represents the assigned academic programs, the college, and the District at state and national levels.
14. Maintains an understanding of current ideas, research and practices pertaining to the areas of responsibility, through continued study and participation in professional organizations.
15. Serves as a member of the Management Leadership Association.
16. Participates in District-provided in-service training programs.
17. Performs other related duties as assigned; specific duties not listed does not exclude them for this classification if the work is similar or related.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This is an Academic Management position with twelve-month contracts. Paid vacation, 22 days annually; and paid accruable sick leave, 12 days annually. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than 12 months. The District provides a health and welfare benefit package for employees and legal qualifying dependents.

The work location and assignment within a job classification is determined by the District and may be subject to change.

All offers of employment will be contingent upon the availability of funds and approval by the Board of Trustees.

The Riverside Community College District is an equal opportunity employer and recognizes the need to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. For more information, contact (951) 222-8039.

The Riverside Community College District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law. This holds true for all District employment opportunities. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX Officer/Section 504/ADA Coordinator. Harassment of any employee/student with regard to ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law, is strictly prohibited. The Title IX Officer, Section 504/ADA Coordinator for the District is Ms. Lorraine Jones, located at 3801 Market Street, Riverside, CA 92501. Telephone Number is: (951) 222-8039.

Riverside Community College will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Riverside Community College District is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating or rehabilitative evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background check report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting www.calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.

Required Applicant Documents:
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Bachelors or Equivalent Transcript
Masters or Equivalent Transcript
Other Document:
Optional Applicant Documents: Doctorate Transcript

Effective Employment Date: July 2026 or shortly after
Application Deadline: 05-14-2026

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

* Only electronic, on-line applications are accepted. All supporting materials, required or optional, must also be in electronic formats and attached to the electronic, on-line application when applying. Supporting materials are only accepted as Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) or Microsoft Word files and must be less than 2 MB in size.

* An application will not be considered complete unless all Required Documents are electronically attached to the application by the Application Deadline date. An incomplete file may subject the candidate to disqualification.

* Paper applications and supporting materials WILL NOT be accepted!

* Letters of reference must be non-confidential and submitted electronically when applying on-line.

* Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed above by 8:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time.

* The Riverside Community College District does not require testing at the initial application filing period. As you progress through the selection process, you may be required to perform a job-related test based on the needs of the work area for which you are being considered.

* The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicant should contact Diversity and Human Resources at (951) 222-8595 for assistance.

Application Types Accepted: Classified/Management/Confidential Application

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