Job Details

Acting Dean of Academic Affairs, STEM

LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Acting Dean, Academic Affairs,

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

Position Announcement

Salary Range $175,836 to $206,448

OPEN TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY



Deadline to File: April 14, 2026 Issue Date: March 23, 2026

Start Date: June 1, 2026

INTRODUCTION:



The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) announces an opening for an acting Dean, Academic Affairs, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) at Los Angeles Valley College (LAVC). LAVC is a two-year community college located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley and is one of nine colleges in the Los Angeles Community College District. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students from diverse backgrounds, LAVC provides strong transfer and career educational programs and is committed to student success. The College works closely with local secondary institutions to assist high school students in their transition to higher education and maintains strong ties to the business community by providing highly respected job training programs that meet the direct needs of local employers. The college offers 1 baccalaureate degree program, 73 associate degrees, 29 associate degrees for transfer, 66 certificate of achievement programs, and continuing education, noncredit, and job training programs. Today, it has nearly 200 full-time faculty and more than 500 part-time instructors. LAVC is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.

JOB DESCRIPTION:



LAVC is in search of a student-focused motivated and equity-minded individual seeking to join the College's administrative team. Under the direction of the Vice President of Academic Affairs and in accordance with the College's mission, the acting Dean of Academic Affairs will lead in the delivery, staffing, administrative support, supervision and evaluation of related programs and support staff in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Career and Academic Pathway.

A successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to implement culturally responsive practices and processes to achieve positive race-consciousness and equitable student outcomes, gain buy-in from all employees, and develop strong relationships across all disciplines and functional areas to advance institutional goals. The acting dean leads and engages in enrollment management planning and promotes creative ideas that enable the college to be more productive, efficient, and continuously improve its services.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:



Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirements below:

Master's degree;

One (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's assignment;

A sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the overall management and supervision of departments within the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Career and Academic Pathway.

Collaborate with Success Teams, faculty leaders, department chairs and deans to ensure broad communication and integrated planning college wide.

Apply participatory governance principles and collective bargaining agreements in a fair and consistent manner with faculty, staff, administrators and students, where applicable.

Oversee all fiscal processes for assigned program areas including developing annual budgets for assigned program areas; approving all expenditures related to the daily operation of the department; managing program income and expenses; and ensuring that program instructor payroll is completed in a timely manner.

Work cooperatively with designated areas with respect to program review and planning, student and service-learning outcomes, hourly rate assignments, contract compliance and evaluation.

Monitor teaching load assignments; use enrollment management tools and data for decision making; oversee and ensure the timely evaluation of faculty and classified staff; encourage faculty in their continuing professional development; and work to promote and maintain a collegial environment.

Interpret, articulate, implement, and monitor compliance with the California Education Code, Title 5 Regulations, LACCD Board Rules, LACCD Administrative Regulations, Human Resources Guides, Personnel Guides, Personnel Commission Laws and Rules, applicable state and federal laws, and collective bargaining agreements in a fair and consistent manner.

Facilitate communication that is timely, open, and transparent, fostering an environment that supports cultural competence and an equity-minded approach in the development of student success initiatives.

Oversee the screening, interviewing, and selection process of faculty, classified, and unclassified staff.

Communicate and promote program objectives and offerings to potential and current students, other educational institutions, community organizations, staff, instructors, and others.

Coordinate the investigation of and assist in the facilitation and the resolution of student, staff, and faculty conflict and complaints in accordance with State and District requirements.

Represent Academic Affairs on a variety of committees and subcommittees under the college's participatory governance structure.

Ensure the preparation, distribution and maintenance of required reports, records, and files by appropriate staff.

Serve as acting Curriculum Dean by facilitating curriculum development by department chairs, overseeing the college administration's "technical review" of curricular proposals, serving on the college's curriculum committee, and overseeing the college's compliance with the curricular provisions of Title 5, Board rules, and other appropriate regulations and policies.

Oversee catalog and class schedule production.

Serve as evening and/or weekend administrator as assigned.

Other duties as assigned which support the overall objective of the position and the College mission and philosophy.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge and experience in curriculum development, scheduling, FTE management, and compliance with regulation and contractual requirements.

Personal characteristics necessary for working with students, employees and the public in an administrative capacity, including demonstrating ethical behavior, stability, good judgment, tact, team spirit, and ability to cooperate with co-workers.

Sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

General knowledge of budget development, implementation and management.

Skilled in management through participatory governance, budgeting and financial planning, strategic planning, leadership, problem solving, revenue-generation, and team building.

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and experience with leading presentations using appropriate technological resources.

Knowledge or experience related to compliance with applicable federal and state civil rights laws, collective bargaining agreements, policies, and procedures.

Demonstrated experience in writing, obtaining and implementing grants.

Demonstrated leadership experience in planning, organizing and implementing programs



COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The Los Angeles Community College District determines placement on the pay scale depending on verified education and employment history. Current starting annual salary range is from: $175,836 - $206,448. The doctoral differential is $6,288 per academic year. The district provides an excellent benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to the employees and eligible dependents. See LACCD's Health Benefits website for more information.

FILING AN APPLICATION:

Applicants will be required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. You can apply at the following website: https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd. After review of application materials by the selection committee, candidates will be contacted only if selected for interviews.

All applicants must submit the following:

1. A current resume
2. Legible unofficial copies of transcript(s) from all higher education institutions attended. (Official transcripts will be required if hired for the position.) All degrees must be granted by an accredited college or university in the United States. Transcripts from foreign institutions must be submitted with an approved evaluation of equivalency from a foreign evaluation service approved by the: California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Uploaded as an "Other Document".
3. Administrative and Vocational positions require verification of experience on letterhead stationery; must show inclusive dates of assignments, state if full-time or part-time, and indicate duties. If part-time, the number of paid hours worked per week, semester or year must be included. Uploaded as an "Other Document".
4. A detailed letter of interest, not to exceed three pages, that:

o Addresses how you meet the minimum and desired qualifications, and

o Explains your experience and preparation related to the duties, responsibilities, and expectations in the position description.



All required documentation must be filed electronically no later than 4:30 p.m. April 14, 2026. Faxed, emailed, or mailed items will not be accepted.



All applications that meet the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by the selection committee. The selection committee will select the candidates to be invited for an interview. After interviews, the selection committee will forward the names of the finalists to the President who will conduct a final interview and make the selection.

If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact Tom Aduwo at aduwotm@laccd.edu. If you have questions regarding the position, please contact Dr. Jennifer Cole, Interim Vice President, Academic Affairs, at colejm@laccd.edu.



Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. Los Angeles Valley College reserves the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time. Notification regarding advancement in the selection process will be provided to each applicant. All materials submitted become the property of the Los Angeles Community College District.

LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE'S COMMITMENT STATEMENT:

As our nation confronts the challenges of systemic racism and the status quo of social injustice, LAVC recognizes that by virtue of our position as an institution of higher education and our role in the community, we have the opportunity and the obligation to be an agent of change in addressing these issues. In response to the uprising and racial reckoning of summer 2020, LAVC began its journey towards being an antiracist institution and reaffirmed our dedication to working towards equity and social change. Beyond this initial step, we recognize that being antiracist is an ongoing process. We affirm our commitment to consistent action to bring about change.

We join in the LACCD commitment: "As an organization founded on educational excellence, opportunity and access, and dedicated to the principles of equity, justice and community, the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) must lead by example and make structural and permanent change to root out the ill effects of racism and bias from our classrooms and our workplace."

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:

Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days' prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested. For more information, please visit https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7026145&targetURL=.



Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. Los Angeles Valley College reserves the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time. Notification regarding advancement in the selection process will be provided to each applicant. All materials submitted become the property of the Los Angeles Community College District.

LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE'S COMMITMENT STATEMENT:

As our nation confronts the challenges of systemic racism and the status quo of social injustice, LAVC recognizes that by virtue of our position as an institution of higher education and our role in the community, we have the opportunity and the obligation to be an agent of change in addressing these issues. In response to the uprising and racial reckoning of summer 2020, LAVC began its journey towards being an antiracist institution and reaffirmed our dedication to working towards equity and social change. Beyond this initial step, we recognize that being antiracist is an ongoing process. We affirm our commitment to consistent action to bring about change.

We join in the LACCD commitment: "As an organization founded on educational excellence, opportunity and access, and dedicated to the principles of equity, justice and community, the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) must lead by example and make structural and permanent change to root out the ill effects of racism and bias from our classrooms and our workplace."

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:

Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days' prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested. For more information, please visit LACCD's ADA Compliance website.



EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:

The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status (LACCD Board Rule 101301 and Title IX, Section 504 - Employer). Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff, or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse work force and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of underrepresented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures.

Los Angeles Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

OPEN TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY



To apply, visit https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=6&id=2180







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