Dean of Instruction - Arts & Humanities

Anticipated Start Date: January 2027

Priority Screening Date: July 20, 2026

Open Until Filled

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SELECTION PROCESS

Please be sure to review the Required Application Documents section below to ensure that you are attaching everything required. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

All application materials must be received by the Priority Screening Date to be considered during the initial screening. Applications received after the priority date may be considered thereafter at the discretion of the College until the position is filled.

The initial screening will begin after the priority date, and applicants will be notified of their status, either way, thereafter. Applicants selected for interview will be contacted separately to schedule an interview appointment with the screening committee.

Tentative Interview Timeline: First-level interviews are tentatively slated to be held between September 25 - October 9 and will take place remotely, via Zoom. Final interviews are tentatively slated to take place between November 2 - November 13 and will be held in person, on our Kentfield campus. Timeline is subject to change.

This position performs its duties on both the Kentfield and Indian Valley (Novato) campuses, so if not already residing within the Bay Area, the successful candidate must be willing to relocate. Regrettably, College of Marin is not able to offer reimbursement for travel or relocation at this time.

OVERVIEW

College of Marin seeks a dynamic and experienced leader to oversee the planning, development, and management of an instructional division. This role involves directing innovative educational programs—including credit, noncredit, career training, apprenticeships, and community-focused initiatives—while fostering partnerships with K-12 schools, four-year institutions, and workforce development groups. The Dean ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and accreditation standards and provides expert support to the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President of Student Learning and Success.

The ideal candidate is an equity-minded, student-focused educational leader committed to innovation, collaboration, and compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. Join us in shaping academic excellence and expanding opportunities for our diverse student community!

The Dean directs and oversees management of academic programs in English and Humanities, noncredit academic and basic skills instructional programs including English as a Second Language, Fine Arts World Languages and Cultures, and Performing Arts; plans, manages and directs the programs and activities of the college’s Library, Fine Arts Gallery and James Dunn Theatre.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

College of Marin is committed to cultivating a proactively supportive, inclusive, and accountable environment where equity, equity-mindedness, anti-racism, and social justice is valued, centered, and practiced. Our mission is to employ qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and committed to an inclusive, anti-racist campus culture that demonstrates sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population.

We serve a county population of approximately 250,000 residents. Based on Fall 2025 credit enrollment data, the diversity of students at the college includes greater representation than the county with regards to enrollment by Hispanic/Latinx (36% of enrollment), Asian (7%), Black/African American (3%), White (44%), and Multi-racial (7%) students. Our high-quality education and training at the College are made possible by its faculty and staff who are committed to excellence. As of Fall 2025, COM’s workforce includes Hispanic/Latinx (20%), Asian (7%), Black/African American (6%), White (52%), and Multi-racial (4%) employees.

College of Marin is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, or perception of, race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, genetic condition, status as a veteran, and is subject to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In accordance with Executive Order 11246 (as amended), COM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS

Please see the Required Application Documents section below for important information regarding the evaluation of your foreign degrees.