Dean of Language Arts and Library

Dean of Language Arts and Library

Salary

$178,439.93 - $193,149.12 Annually

Location

(SCC) 3835 Freeport Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95822

Job Type

Manager - Educational Administrator

Job Number

REQ01743

College

Sacramento City College

Department

SCC Language and Literature

Opening Date

06/23/2026

Closing Date

8/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

LRMA

Beginning (on or about)

01/04/2027

Work Schedule

The assignment may include day, evening, weekend, and/or off-campus hours.

Hours per Week

40; may exceed 40 hours per week based on needs

Additional Salary Information

Additional stipend for an earned doctorate from an accredited institution.

Campus Website

https://scc.losrios.edu/about-us/our-values

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Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Vice President of Instruction and the Associate Vice President of Instruction, the Dean of Language Arts and Library is responsible for the administration and supervision of the instructional area, including the day-to-day operations, teaching assignments, staff evaluation and development, curriculum, budget, advisory committees, and the administration of day, evening, off campus, and summer offerings. The Dean of Language Arts and Library provides general supervision of the affairs of the area and works with college and district staff in these areas of responsibilities.

The disciplines supervised by the Dean of Language Arts and Library include: English, English as a Second Language (ESL), Journalism, Library, and the Writing Center. Classes in these disciplines are offered on the main campus in Sacramento, the Davis Center, the West Sacramento Center, and other off campus sites.

The Language Arts and Library Division maintains a focus on a philosophy of collegiality and innovation while focusing efforts on equitable opportunities and outcomes for all students. It consistently refines and develops its programs in English, English as a Second Language (ESL), Journalism, Library, and the Writing Center to be responsive to the large number of students that it serves.

Typical Duties

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Providing leadership and supervision for all Language Arts and Library Division day-to-day operations, program development, program review, faculty and student recruitment, and evaluation.
• Providing leadership and facilitation in the development of partnerships with the local community, transfer institutions, and feeder high schools.
• Assisting faculty in the development and administration of grants.
• Providing administration and supervision to the area, including evaluation, scheduling, budgeting, curriculum development, facilities utilization, and staff development.
• Providing administration and supervision of division labs.
• Providing leadership for division activities related to Student Equity.
• Collaborating with other instructional and student service divisions on college-wide programs to support students and ensure clear academic pathways.
• Collaborating with deans and other administrators on strategies for leading the college in meeting its goals and fulfilling its vision.
• Facilitating communication between the Language Arts and Library Division and the college at large.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have a master's degree from an accredited institution completed by January 4, 2027.
• Have one (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's administrative assignment.
• Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

NOTE: Applicant must meet the minimum qualifications of a faculty discipline at the college. To review the minimum qualifications for faculty disciplines, refer to Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges which can be found at the California Community Colleges website then "Minimum Qualifications Handbook".

Application Instructions

Before You Apply:

Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents:

Applicants must submit the following

• Los Rios Community College District Application
• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Request for Management Transfer Form (if applicable)

Additional Instructions:

• 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.
• Only information listed on the application and transcripts (if requested) will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications stating see other documents e.g. "see resume" or "see transcripts" will be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.

As a Los Rios employee, you have access to a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and security both inside and outside of work.

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Minimum Qualification Verification Agreement I understand that if selected for hire, I will be required to submit official transcripts, licenses/certificates, and verification of qualifying work experience, as applicable.

• Yes, I understand and agree.
• No, I do not agree.

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Employer Los Rios Community College District (CA)

Address 1919 Spanos Ct

Sacramento, California, 95825

Phone (916) 568-3020

Website https://losrios.edu/