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Associate Dean of Equity and Special Programs

Coast Community College District
$149,684.00 - $198,929.00 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, 403(b), retirement plan, pension
United States, California, Huntington Beach
Sep 08, 2026
Definition (ON-CAMPUS - in-person position) About Golden West College Located in the coastal community of Huntington Beach, Golden West College is regarded as one of the most beautiful campuses in Southern California. The college is highly regarded for academic quality and innovation. In its earliest years, the college was recognized for its pioneering leadership in designing learning-centered programs and services for its student body and continues that tradition to this day. Golden West College (GWC) has an unwavering commitment to quality education; equitable outcomes; inclusive practices; and racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity. Ideal candidates for all positions at our college share our devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students, employees, and community populations. Currently, our college enrolls approximately 11,000 students per term; 34.2% are Latinx, 31.8% are Asian, 22.4% are White, 1.8% are African American, 0.5% are Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 4.8% are multiracial. GWC is an officially designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). GWC engages in regular professional development opportunities and partnerships so that we can best serve disproportionately impacted groups. Activities and connections include GWC's partnership with student and employee involvement in organizations like Puente, Student Veterans, and Gay Lesbian Alternative Straight Alliance (GLASA); a robust District Ally training program, including UndocuAlly (undocumented students), SafeZone (LGBTQ), Vet Net (veterans), and Ability Ally; and other equity minded programs; and a full calendar of culturally responsive eventss. D.E.I.A - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility At Golden West College we are committed to providing high quality education and equitable outcomes through inclusive practices that support and celebrate everyone. We welcome candidates that share our devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students, employees, and community populations. Please visit the links below to learn more information about GWC: Mission, Vison and Values GWC Strategic Plan 2025 - 2029 GWC Employee-Student Demographics Student Equity and Achievement Program Summary Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and promotes a unit within an academic or student services division or multifaceted academic/student services support function or a single academic or student services program. Distinguishing Career Features The Associate Dean represents an expanded first level administrator position directing academic programs and/or services reporting to a Dean or Vice President. The Associate Dean may preside over a single program (e.g., Nursing), career and technical education programs, or academic and student services of a non-degree nature. The Associate Dean may also preside over multiple student services programs, providing strategic programmatic intersectionality. The Associate Dean title may also be used as part of a career growth and succession plan to become a Dean. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Specific duties may vary among departments, divisions and jobs. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following types of duties, as assigned: 1. Lead and oversee student equity strategies for the college through effective collaboration withfaculty, staff, administration, and students. Assess the effectiveness of implemented strategies. 2. Administers and leads college's Student Equity and Achievement Program and other special programs (e.g. Basic Needs and Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Student Achievement Program, Veterans) and activities. 3. Oversee activities within the administration of the Student Equity and Achievement Program, and other special programs including resource development and personnel management, in accordance with laws, regulations, District policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements. 4. Lead the strategic design and implementation of emerging programs and services which are often specially funded, and ensures these college-level programs, interventions, and enhancements are set up to comply with objectives and produce measurable outcomes. 5. Develop and implement high impact programs that encourage enrollment of underrepresented and disadvantaged students; collaborate with faculty, administration, and staff to establish academic, financial, social, and cultural support systems that encourage retention and inclusion in the college community. 6. Plan, develop, implement, and manage comprehensive programs and services for educationally and socio-economically disadvantaged and historically underrepresented students. 7. Collaborate with Research and Institutional Effectiveness to plan, facilitate, and coordinate research and professional development strategies and activities for the Student Equity and Achievement and Study Equity Plans that is based on data driven assessment. 8. Develops, recommends, and monitors approved and assigned general fund and grant-funded budgets and maximizes financial resources on approved funding. Ensures that program and financial reports are prepared, reviewed, and submitted on a timely basis, including compliance reports. 9. Serves as an active member and/or Chair on several campus-wide and District-wide committees task forces and work groups that contribute to the overall success of the college and District. 10. Participates on committees, task forces, and special assignments including but not limited to instructional, education technology, and non-instructional program review processes. Participates in the selection of faculty and staff. Participates in or conducts various department, division, college, and community meetings and committees. 11. Learns, interprets, and applies State Education Code, Government Code, Titles 5 & 9, and other federal and state regulations assigned to student services. 12. Establishes standards for staff, monitors, coaches, and evaluates the performance of staff to program requirements and personal development targets. Monitors the work of staff and offers coaching for continuous performance improvement and development. Recognizes performance outcomes and takes action to address deficiencies. Participates in the recruitment and selection of staff. 13. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position. 14. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 - Code of Professional Ethics Qualifications and Physical Demands Qualifications *Knowledge and Skills* 1. The position requires advanced specialized knowledge of collegiate instruction, programs, and services that contribute to student success and equity. 2. Requires advanced knowledge of program development and evaluation. 3. Requires knowledge of assessment techniques and instructional support services. 4. Requires working knowledge of enrollment procedures, student retention, and community relations. 5. Requires knowledge and understanding of the philosophy and objectives of the community college and management principles and practices to supervise staff to achieve program objectives. 6. Requires knowledge of college-level financial assistance programs, supplemental educational programs, and other programs designed to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural, ethnic, social, disability, and language handicaps. 7. Requires knowledge of and skill at using computers, common office productivity software, learning management systems, and specialized technologies for delivering blended instruction to enhance teaching and student learning. 8. Requires advanced knowledge of current principles, trends, and methods in research to measure financial and statistical outcomes. 9. Requires well-developed written English language skills to prepare curriculum, reports, and professional correspondence. 10. Requires well-developed human relations skills to conduct live and remote teaching, performance reviews, deliver persuasive formal presentations, and convey technical information to a wide variety of audiences. *Abilities* 1. Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position. 2. Requires the ability to develop and implement a plan of accountability for assigned instruction and student services. 3. Requires the ability to implement, evaluate, and develop training programs and curriculum. 4. Requires the ability to organize, plan, develop, and write new programs, develop new concepts, analyze outcomes, and prepare clear and concise reports. 5. Requires the ability to assess and link student-centered programs and services to student learning and retention outcomes. 6. Requires the ability to learn and apply the regulations of the Education Code and Title 5. 7. Requires the ability to be a fair-minded, ethical, and honest leader to administer codes of conduct and program guidelines. 8. Requires the ability to embrace change and emerging approaches to delivering instruction and/or student services. 9. Requires a passion for continuous learning and self-improvement. 10. Requires the ability to guide and motivate others toward goal achievement. 11. Requires the ability to direct and facilitate development of personal and team perspectives and develop and deliver training programs. 12. Requires the ability to develop and monitor budgets and maximize financial resources. 13. Requires understanding, sensitivity, and commitment to meeting the needs of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic background of the student, community, and employee population. 14. Requires the ability to work cooperatively and productively with internal and external constituencies. 15. Requires the ability to advocate for shared governance, collegiality, staff cohesiveness, and for the core values of the institution *Physical Abilities* 1. The general physical demands, working conditions, and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources. 2. Essential functions will vary by position. 3. As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA"), the District shall engage in a timely, good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and, provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who, because of their disability, are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law. *Education and Experience* The position requires a Master's degree and one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's administrative assignment. Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position. Application of equivalency is required. Desirable qualification is a Master's degree with a major or concentration in collegiate-level curriculum (academic and/or career subject/major) counseling, psychology, or related area and fouryears of experience delivering and administering instruction, student services, with one year in a leadership capacity. A California Community College Credential authorizing administrative service is desirable. AND Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, ethnic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom. *Licenses and Certificates* May require a valid driver license. Working Conditions Work is performed indoors where minimal safety considerations exist. This job specification describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, work steps, and skills required of the job. Conditions of Employment This is a full-time, 12 month per year educational administrator position. The normal hours of work are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours will vary and may include nights and/or weekends in order to meet the needs of the department. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. ATTENTION: Before applying, please be sure to review the Coast Colleges District Board Policy regarding Nepotism (BP 7310) to check if your application may be impacted. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. If you have any questions, please contact HR Recruitment at 714-438-4714 or 714-438-4716. Application Requirements To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet at http://www.cccd.edu/employment by the application deadline: 11:59 pm, Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Incomplete applications, application materials submitted by mail and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable). *A complete application packet includes:* A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application. A Current Resume of professional and educational background and experience. A Cover Letter detailing your experience related to the role. Responses to Supplemental Questions (please provide clear and detailed responses, as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, put "see resume" or "N/A", or leave blank). *Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance by emailing jobs@cccd.edu or by calling 714.438.4716.* Pay Philosophy Coast Community College District, through policies, practices, and other benefit programs, delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity, inclusion, and workforce vitality. In general, it is the policy of the district to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year for all classified employees. (Salary Range DG-10) Benefits This position is eligible for the following benefits. Please visit the benefits tab above for additional information. Generous medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans for employees and dependents 21 paid holidays Cumulative sick leave Paid vacation Longevity salary programs PERS/STRS retirement plans Deferred compensation/457 plans Employee Assistance Program Employment Information Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 ) The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. *The SELECTED CANDIDATE* is required to complete the following prior to employment: Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment). Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate's expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment). Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; AND Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative. Additional Information Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer** The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information. The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline, Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College. TITLE IX NOTICE TO APPLICANTS https://www.cccd.edu/employees/hr/title9/index.html The 2025 Coast Community College District Annual Security and Fire Safety Report provides the crime statistics for calendar years 2022, 2023, and 2024, which were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be obtained from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions.