CSUN's Commitment to You

CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning, and inclusion. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community, and encouraging innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN actively seeks candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community.

The University

One of the largest universities in the country, California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is an urban, comprehensive university that delivers award-winning undergraduate and graduate programs to over 36,000 students annually and counts over 425,000 alumni who fuel the region’s economy. Since its founding in 1958, CSUN has made a significant and long-term economic impact on California, generating nearly $1.9 billion in economic impact and more than 12,000 jobs each year. We are a designated Minority-Serving and Hispanic-Serving Institution and nationally recognized for our success in serving our diverse student body. The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse ranked CSUN ninth in the nation for social mobility, CollegeNET ranked CSUN 11th on the 2024 Social Mobility Index, and The New York Times named CSUN the No. 1 public university for economic diversity.

About the Position of Interim Associate Dean of the College of Humanities

As a leader, demonstrates a commitment to student success that is mission-aligned with the university's vision, values, and priorities. Establishes an ethical and collegial work environment, promoting a collaborative, accountable, and inclusive team. Encourages courageous and resilient, solution-oriented environment by participating in new opportunities to further the mission of the university. Participates in developing initiatives that further support the campus mission with a service-oriented and catalytic mindset. Strengthens employees by being communicative and a talent builder that develops team attributes, furthering departmental goals.

The Interim Associate Dean assists the Dean in carrying out the mission of the college and serves as Acting Dean during the Dean's absence. Under the direction of the Dean, the Interim Associate Dean provides leadership for course scheduling; developing, processing, and achieving University-level approval for curriculum proposals; and assessment. Assists departments and programs with program reviews, including development and approval of self-studies, and implements changes resulting from reviews. Coordinates advisement services through the oversight of the college Student Services Center/EOP, in collaboration with the Director and staff. Serves as coordinator of student grievance, grade appeal, and other disciplinary processes, meeting and consulting with students and faculty as needed. The Interim Associate Dean assists the Dean with strategic planning and decision-making for the college and, together with the Director of Finance and Operations and the Director of Development, assists in planning and other activities related to college advancement and resource issues. The Interim Associate Dean coordinates college celebratory occasions, including Commencement and award ceremonies; represents the Dean or College at on- and off-campus events as needed; and performs other duties as assigned.

As a leader, the Interim Associate Dean will have the opportunity to thrive in a community in which our leaders share common traits as identified in our Leadership Principles https://www.csun.edu/leadership-principles.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution.
• Tenured faculty member at the rank of associate professor or above.
• Demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching.
• At least 3 years as department chair or equivalent, demonstrating successful academic administrative experience including budget and resource management, schedule and curriculum, and personnel decisions.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a member of an academic administrative team.
• Demonstrated excellence in public relations and communication and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and committees with collaborative leadership style.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in responding to and enriching the increasing diversity and international profile of this institution.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience coordinating curriculum development, including guiding curriculum through university level curriculum committees.
• Experience in initiating and managing student recruitment and retention initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability in student advisement and mentoring.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule.

• Salary is commensurate with knowledge, skills, and experience. The University offers excellent fringe benefits.
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: 165,000 to 182,000 per year, dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Application Period

The position is open until filled but only applications received by March 30, 2026, can be assured full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

In order to be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted prior to the date listed above. Application submissions received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Effective Date of Appointment: ASAP

How to Apply

Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit www.csun.edu/careers.

Applications should consist of a substantive cover letter, a CV, and a list of five professional references with full contact information.

No references will be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate.

Background check

This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.

Background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the status of candidates who apply for the position.

CANRA

The person holding this position will be considered a 'limited reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Conflict of Interest

This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Sev Ste Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.

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