Posting number: 01213-2026
Department: Office of Instructional Services
Job classification: Dean Instructional Services
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administration, Management
SummaryGlendale Community College seeks a leader who is dedicated to all aspects of student success and closing equity gaps, to apply for its Interim Dean of Instructional Services position. GCC seeks a true collaborator who will prioritize our students in decision-making and setting strategy for the College’s instructional services operations that support teaching and learning. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits that a diverse student population brings to a community college.
Our college recognizes that institutions are greatly strengthened when their leadership is guided by diverse perspectives and approaches to problem solving and innovation. GCC is committed to hiring an Interim Dean of Instructional Services who exemplifies equity-focused behaviors such as:
implementing institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive student support, teaching, and learning environments;
encouraging positive race-consciousness and embracing of human differences;
strategically building support for and participation in equity-related initiatives across both our internal and external communities; and
promoting and modeling the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and actively engaging in equitable practices.
The successful candidate will join a college dedicated to the students it serves. We are proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). We serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations, and we actively work to provide a welcoming environment for all. We especially encourage individuals who bring perspectives from lived experiences that our students from underrepresented groups at GCC will connect to and uniquely benefit from in their learning journey at our college.
Open until filled. First review of applications will take place on August 14, 2026. Applications received after the first review date may or may not be advanced in the process for further consideration.
Definition
Plans, develops and directs assigned instructional programs. Provides primary leadership for the day-to-day operations of assigned programs. This position is responsible for coordinating all related activities for the District and ensuring that the programs and services demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a culturally, economically, and linguistically diverse student population.SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
Supervision is provided by the Vice President, Instructional Services.
Supervises assigned faculty, staff and lower-level administrators who are responsible for instructional programs and functions. Examples of duties
Supervises and oversees curriculum review, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, evaluation, and program development for assigned programs.
Works closely with division chairs to facilitate a supportive and effective learning environment.
Works closely with the Vice President, Instructional Services, division chairs and faculty to meet the needs of the students and achieve the District's mission through enrollment management, shared governance, developing student learning outcomes, and monitoring success of programs.
Responsible for federal and state reports required for selected funding (e.g. Perkins).
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements for programs and reporting.
Promotes shared governance through active participation on assigned committees and task forces and serves as chair of assigned committees.
Member of the Superintendent/President's cabinet.
Provides the executive management team with advice on policies and operational management.
Anticipates, prevents and resolves conflicts and problems in areas of supervision.
Functions as a liaison between educational institutions and districts to ensure the development and maintenance of educational/career pathways.
May serve as Friday evening/Saturday administrator in rotation with other administrators.
Participates in community, state and national organizations and meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
Higher education in community colleges, including the mission of the California Community Colleges.
Regulations and funding sources associated with continuing and technical education.
Software applications related to administrative, business, and educational functions.
Education management, including budgeting, grants, auditing accounts, and faculty load accounting.
Principles and practices of administration, supervision, and training.
The changing educational needs of the District’s diverse student base and the business community in which the District operates.
Emerging technologies used in teaching, learning, and instructional operations.
Changing student populations and the ethnic and cultural diversity within these populations.
Ability to:
Select, develop, direct, supervise, motivate and evaluate faculty and staff.
Establish and maintain a productive and constructive rapport with members of the District’s faculty, staff, students, and the public.
Analyze, interpret and explain laws, labor contracts, policies, rules and regulations.
Understand the needs of assigned programs in the context of overall instructional programs and participate with the management team in setting goals and priorities for the District as a whole.
Plan, organize and implement multiple projects and programs and provide updates regarding progress towards completion.
Compile and present narrative and statistical reports in a concise and comprehensive manner.
Direct, coordinate and participate in the preparation of the District budget.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all employees and others encountered in the course of work.
Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Minimum Requirements:
Education: A Master's Degree in any academic field from an accredited college or university.
Experience: A minimum of three years of managerial experience in a higher education setting
demonstrating leadership.
Supplemental informationAdditional Information
Salary
The Interim Dean, Instructional Services classification’s current salary range is M-46.
Starting salary is from Step 1: $11,507.00 to Step 6: $14,689.00 per month depending upon education and experience. Longevity may apply.
For more information, please refer to the Management Salary Schedule:
Benefits
Robust and comprehensive health and welfare package for eligible employees, which may include:
- Medical, vision, and dental plans for employee and eligible dependent(s)
- Basic life/AD&D insurance
- Supplemental life/AD&D insurance
- Various optional insurance plans (short term disability, accident, critical care, and hospital)
- Flexible spending account
- Defined-benefit retirement plan participation through CalPERS or CalSTRS
- Optional 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation (classified staff and administrators)
- Paid District holidays
- Wellness Program (health, nutrition, exercise activities and workshops)
Application Process
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:
- Current resume/curriculum vitae.
- Cover letter of interest that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
- Transcripts showing all post-secondary course work and completion of required degree(s) must be submitted. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted only during the application process. Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application.
- List of three (3) professional references. Please provide names, telephone numbers, and e-mail address for each reference.
Please note: All required documentation must be attached to the online application by the applicant by the noted closing date. Additional documents not requested in the announcement will not be reviewed.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to ensure full consideration, applications and any required attachments must be submitted by August 14, 2026 . Applications with incomplete information (i.e. statements such as 'see resume') or missing required documents will not be considered.
The College will tentatively hold interviews in late August or early September 2026.
Travel Reimbursement
Contingent on funding and eligibility, successful candidates selected for a face-to-face interview may be eligible to request partial reimbursement of travel expenses. Please contact the office of Human Resources for more information.
Position Funding
This position is offered contingent upon funding. GCCD reserves the right to extend, withdraw, and/or reopen this position at any time. Additional openings, for the same position, which become available prior to the end of the hiring process may be filled by qualified applicants that applied to this job announcement.
Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
GCCD values diversity and recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides meaningful role models for all students. Our hiring processes support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates.
Accommodations
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws, GCC provides reasonable accommodation to all individuals throughout the recruitment process and during employment with the District.
To learn more about GCCD, please visit our website at glendale.edu
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Glendale Community College.