CSUN's Commitment to You

California State University, Northridge (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 Michael D. Eisner College of Education

The Interim Associate Dean supports the Dean in advancing the College’s mission and vision by collaborating with department chairs, administrators, and university leaders to promote academic excellence and effective operations. Under the Dean’s direction, the Interim Associate Dean assists departments and interdisciplinary programs in developing and shepherding curriculum proposals through University committees, coordinating program assessments, program reviews, accreditation reports, and CTC reviews. As a member of the Administrative Council and ex-officio participant on key College committees, the Interim Associate Dean contributes to faculty governance, student affairs, and curriculum development, while also managing student petitions and academic concerns. The role includes coordinating College advising, addressing student academic and disciplinary issues, and maintaining partnerships with local schools and community colleges to support PreK–16 activities and student teacher placements. Additionally, the Interim Associate Dean serves as Program Sponsor for CSUN’s Youth Protection Program, oversees the college scholarship program, represents the Dean when absent, and performs other duties essential to the effective administration of the College.

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 with eligibility for appointment at the rank of Professor in an academic discipline appropriate to the College
• Demonstrated experience in academic administration or faculty governance
• Demonstrated ability to serve effectively and collegially as a member of the academic administrative team
• Ability to apply management skills to a variety of administrative issues
• Demonstrated experience in academic program and curriculum development.
• Demonstrated experience in grant writing or externally funded projects.
• Experience in state, regional and/or national accreditation
• Experience with faculty governance
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal discretely and effectively with sensitive student and faculty issues
• Computer skills relevant to academic administration, including experience with systems such as PeopleSoft, OnBase, Interfolio, learning management systems, and standard office productivity software.
• Ability to provide effective leadership and to work with diverse groups

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with high-impact practices for recruitment, enrollment, retention, and student success
• Demonstrated commitment to employee development, recognition, and accountability to further operational goals.
• Demonstrated experience in writing Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with local schools, school districts, and/or community partners.

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 April 1, 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. As part of the application process, candidates must submit the following documents: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three professional references.

Background check

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

A 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.

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 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.