Associate Dean of Humanities jobs in Fresno, CA

Associate Dean for Student Involvement
(Administrator II)

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $9,000 - 11,250 per month

Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,583 - $14,713 per month

Salary is competitive and negotiable depending on the strength of qualifications. This is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position.

• Area of consideration is limited to on-campus, state funded employees only.
• This position is not eligible for remote work pursuant to Fresno State's remote work guidelines and the CSU policy requiring that all work be performed within the State of California.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 14 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management reporting to the Associate Vice President/Dean of Students, the Associate Dean of for Student Involvement leads the supervision and administration of co-curricular student activities programs, the student union facility and operations, and all associated personnel. The Associate Dean is responsible for creating a comprehensive program that incorporates the service delivery of student development/involvement, leadership and activities programming with the operation of the University Student Union. The Associate Dean also works in consultation with the Associate Vice President for Auxiliary Services and Enterprise Development. The University Student Union Advisory Board, which is composed primarily of students, is advised by the Associate Dean. The University Student Union facilities include office, meeting, dining and retail space.

Key Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate effectively with campus administration, students, faculty, and staff and members of the broader community.
• Ability to think strategically and critically, identify needs, initiate action.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and make strategic business decisions.
• Exercise sound administrative judgment and initiative in the development of new methods and procedures and in the solution of difficult personnel problems.
• Ability to facilitate group participation, consensus building and foster employee development through coaching, counseling, training.
• Conduct ongoing analysis and evaluation of operations and systems to enhance processes to meet programmatic goals.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• A Master’s Degree in College Student Personnel, Educational Leadership, Higher Education Administration or closely related field is required.
• Minimum of 7 years professional experience creating, implementing and assessing co-curricular programs in a student activities/programming operation, leadership program.
• Prior experience supervising multiple and complex cross-functional student programs and/or facilities in a higher education setting.
• Experience developing and monitoring complex budgets.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity.
• Other related experiences and transferable skills that would facilitate success in this position.

Department Summary

The Office of Student Involvement is responsible for Greek letter organizations, student clubs, sports clubs, new student welcome activities, and other campus celebrations. The Office of Student Involvement has a primary objective of increasing opportunities through the Student Leadership and Greek Life programs. The department continues to develop a comprehensive leadership program.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by April 10, 2024 will be given full consideration by the search committee.

• Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click “” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is 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" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)