Dean of Natural Sciences

JOBAre you passionate about serving at a college that is centering racial equity, social justice, and intercultural engagement to eliminate equity gaps and advance student success Are you prepared to provide leadership for faculty in the Natural Sciences Division and as part of a highly collaborative team of deans to foster a student-centered, engaging learning environment and college community Are you yearning for the challenge of transformation as higher education confronts the Covid-era while maintaining the commitment to championing our most marginalized and vulnerable students If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining the team at Pierce College, an innovative and equity-focused community college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals. Recognized by the Aspen Institute as one of the Top 5 community colleges in the nation, from the 2019 Community College Excellence award, Pierce College is an innovative, equity-focused community college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals. Check out our Aspen Institute Rising Star Award.As a leader at Pierce College, an innovative multi-campus community college district committed to anti-racism and excellence, the Dean is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and assessment of the cross-district division’s instructional programs in order to achieve equitable student success outcomes in support of Pierce College’s mission, vision, and values. In an individual capacity, as a member of a team of deans, and as an institutional collaborator, the Dean provides leadership, oversight, support, and evaluation for faculty and staff within assigned disciplines, programs, priority teams, and related grants.The Dean is accountable for managing the development and assessment of curricula and programs, building partnerships inside and outside the institution, and working to dismantle barriers ranging from institutional silos to systemic racism in order to advance equitable student success. Responsibilities also include engaging broad data sets in a highly collaborative environment to advance strategic thinking and innovation that leads to purposeful action.The Dean is an advocate for the district within internal and external groups. The Dean engages faculty in shared governance and encourages innovation and professional development in both academic and administrative areas of Pierce College.About the District: The college enjoys a strong presence in the community and participates in numerous partnerships with business, community, government, and educational organizations. The campuses have modern facilities that include state-of-the-art teaching and learning spaces; an immersive, full-dome digital planetarium; child development centers; and health education centers, all with a beautiful view of nearby Mount Rainier.  Want a feel for our District Take a peak at our campus views!Pierce College Fort Steilacoom - Located on a beautiful 140-acre site adjacent to a 340 acre community and recreational park, and Waughop Lake.Pierce College Puyallup - Located on a luscious site with 125-acres of wooded land with beautiful hideaways. Pierce College at JBLM - Located at the Joint Base Lewis-McChord military sites, serving many of our military, and active duty families that are serving our county.