Working Title

Dean, COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Administrator Level 

This position is an MPP IV in the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP), reporting to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs.

SF State University

San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.  Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager.

Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing vpsaem@sfsu.edu.

San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus.  Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties.

The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated 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.

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

Department

College of Health and Social Sciences

Appointment Type

At-Will

Time Base

Full Time 1.0

Work Schedule

M - F 8:00am - 5:00pm

Position Summary

The Dean is the chief academic, fiscal, and administrative officer of the College, and reports to the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs. We seek a person of vision with proven leadership skills. This person should be able to communicate effectively; set College priorities and policies; develop and manage College budgets; promote collaboration and cooperation among academic units; and work closely with students, faculty, staff and administrators to foster and sustain an environment of academic excellence through a strong commitment to teaching, research, scholarship, community service, and interdisciplinary endeavors. In addition, the Dean is expected to lead, support and ensure ongoing development of academic and administrative college initiatives tied to the College Strategic Plan; to facilitate and support efforts for external funding; and to promote relationships with alumni. The Dean should have a commitment to the College and University mission with a focus on diversity, equity and social justice, excellence in recruiting and retaining faculty and staff, and experience in building relationships with the community.

Position Information

 ABOUT THE COLLEGE.  One of six colleges at San Francisco State University (SF State), the College of Health and Social Sciences (CHSS) offers professional education in the health, human service, and social science disciplines. The College consists of the following academic units and associated institutes: Child & Adolescent Development; Clinical Laboratory Science; Family, Interiors, Nutrition & Apparel; Counseling; Criminal Justice Studies; Gerontology; Health Equities Institute; Holistic Health; Public Health; Kinesiology; Marian Wright Edelman Institute; Nursing; Physical Therapy; Public Administration; Recreation, Parks & Tourism; Sexuality Studies; Social Work; Sociology; and Urban Studies & Planning. The common goal of each of the College's various programs is to assist students in developing competence in professional practice and a commitment to social justice. This commitment to students produces graduates who continue to work effectively with professional programs to preserve and promote the well-being of individuals, groups, and communities. CHSS consists of approximately 102 tenured/tenure-track faculty, 92 lecturers and 29 staff members.  Average student enrollment is 4,800 each academic year making it the second largest college in the University.  For more college information, see https://chss.sfsu.edu/

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY.  San Francisco State University is a large comprehensive urban university located in a vibrant and beautiful city with a rich intellectual and cultural life.  The University has distinguished itself as an active center of academic scholarship, creative innovation, and civic involvement. Through its six academic Colleges, SF State offers undergraduate and graduate instruction for professional and technical careers as well as a broad liberal arts education. SF State is a culturally diverse campus that is part of the 23 campus California State University system. SF State offers:  bachelor’s degrees in 72 academic areas with an additional 39 areas of concentration, master's degrees in 62 academic areas with an additional 28 areas of concentration, along with 16 credential programs and 35 undergraduate and graduate certificate programs. In addition, SF State offers a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership, Ph.D. in Education, with a concentration in special education jointly with UC Berkeley; and a joint Master of Science in Physical Therapy leading to a clinical doctoral degree (DPT) and a research doctorate for licensed physical therapists (DPTS) jointly with UC San Francisco. The DPT and DPTS are offered through the College of Health and Social Sciences.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants for this position should have an earned doctorate from an accredited institution and possess an outstanding record of leadership and service to the campus and surrounding community. Candidates must have:

• Successful management and administrative experience of at least 5 years including managing budgets and personnel.
• A breadth of knowledge and experience in the varied disciplines of the College.
• Experience promoting and supporting academic excellence including teaching, research, and service.
• Demonstrated teaching, research, and service experience commensurate with being a full professor.
• Demonstrated knowledge of challenges and barriers for Black and Latinx/e students, faculty, and staff, and evidence of leadership in strategies employed to overcome such barriers.
• Training in and knowledge of historical and present-day structural racism, and evidence of anti-racist leadership strategies that support the success of Black and Latinx/e students, staff and faculty. 
• Evidence of leadership and service that contributes to equity, opportunities, and inclusion in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants should possess strong leadership and vision that can bring stability as the college experiences changes in enrollment; experience in financial management especially in a shared governance environment; and dependable and transparent leadership skills with which they can lead initiatives, incorporating feedback throughout. Candidates for the position should also possess:

• Qualities of leadership and service that contribute to equity, opportunities, and inclusion in higher education. Should be adaptable and humble in communication, listening to the community in the college by acknowledging and building upon the strengths of our current staff and faculty and elevating others.
• Outstanding communication skills with an emphasis on listening.
• Ability to lead with compassion, being approachable, caring, resolving conflicts through dialogue, and emotionally in tune.
• Experience with collective bargaining and a demonstrated ability to fund-raise 

COMPENSATION. The classification salary range is $215,000 to $227,000 annually. Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work (https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/california_equal_pay_act.htm).

A generous benefits package is provided, and the position is included in the California State University Management Personnel Plan.  

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A complete online application must be submitted to receive consideration. Application review begins December 2024 and continues until the position is filled. To apply, please upload the following materials:

1. Cover letter (relating your experience to the required qualifications)

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Names and contact information of five references

Please direct all questions about the position to the chair of the search committee Dr. Erica Bosque at ebosque@sfsu.edu 

The position start date is before July 1, 2025.   Review of applications and nominations will begin in December. Late applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled.  Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exceptions. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the State of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.

San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. We strongly encourage the application of individuals from historically underrepresented groups. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager. Additional information on the requirements for new hires may be found at the Human Resources web page (https://hr.sfsu.edu/about-hr).

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires the successful completion of a background check.

Eligibility to Work

Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire.

Benefits

Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions.  SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.

Additional Information

SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS).

Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU).  CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California.  Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception.  While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.

CSU strongly encourages faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so.  Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process are encouraged to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hrwww@sfsu.edu.

The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872.

Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.