Lassen Community College: Dean of Student and Special Programs
Position Title: Dean of Student and Special Programs
Position Type: Administrators
First Review Date: 04/12/2026
Department: Student Personnel
Months of Employment: 12
Salary: $140,341.51 – $207,815.90
Job Category: Administration
To Apply:
https://lassencollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/805
Summary:
Under the direction of the Vice-President of Student Services, the Dean of Student and Special Programs is responsible for planning, organizing, and administering the operations of Categorical Programs (i.e. EOP&S & CARE, DSP&S, CalWORKs, Tutoring Services, Basic Needs Center, TRiO, Student Equity and Achievement Program (SEAP),and Student Wellness, to include management of mental health services. Develops and implements operational policies and procedures, manages budgets, maintains records, provides direction to and evaluates support staff. Performs related work as required.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Requires a Master’s degree, and One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator’s administrative assignment or possession of a valid California Community College Supervisory Credential;
AND
Within the last four year, demonstrate two years of experience or the equivalent:(1) In the management or administration of educational programs, communityorganizations, government programs, or private industry in which the applicantdealt predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language,social or economic disadvantages
or, (2) As a community college EOPS counselor or EOPS instructor, or have comparable experience in working withdisadvantaged clientele
AND
Have completed a minimum of six units of college-level courseworkpredominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped byeducational, language, or social disadvantages.
The qualifications for an EOPS Director are outlined in California Education Code Title 5, section 56262. Therefore, anyone hired in a position that includes an EOPS
Director must meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in Education Code. No waiver is available for this section.
Supplemental:
In accordance with hiring requirements, retired annuitants may not apply for this vacancy.
Education and Experience:
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires a Master’s degree, and One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator’s administrative assignment or possession of a valid California Community College Supervisory Credential;
AND
Within the last four year, demonstrate two years of experience or the equivalent:(1) In the management or administration of educational programs, community organizations, government programs, or private industry in which the applicant dealt predominantly with ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by language, social or economic disadvantages
or, (2) As a community college EOPS counselor or EOPS instructor, or have comparable experience in working withdisadvantaged clientele
AND
Have completed a minimum of six units of college-level coursework predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons handicapped by educational, language, or social disadvantages.
The qualifications for an EOPS Director are outlined in California Education Code Title 5, section 56262. Therefore, anyone hired in a position that includes an EOPS
Director must meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in Education Code. No waiver is available for this section.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plans, organizes, directs, and participates in a full-scope program for a student services program that includes but is not limited to: Services such as student wellness, mental health support, and basic needs..
- Special programs for students with unique ambulatory and adaptive learning needs, students with disabilities, first generation college students, foster youth, veterans, incarcerated students, low-income students, underrepresented student populations, and other populations that fit within the scope of the position.
- Direct, plan and coordinate activities and initiatives of the Student Equity and Achievement program and other programs designed to promote equitable access and success for students.
- Supervise Basic Needs program and staff.
- Direct and provide leadership for programs and professional development to close equity gaps in student success measures, in collaboration with faculty.
- Maintain knowledge of current and emerging matters related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Develop and implement District-wide professional development opportunities to promote cultural understanding and competency, and a climate of equity and inclusion.
- Monitor changes in regulations and policies concerning related programs and initiatives.
- Develop and manage budgets and annual planning through the Non-Instructional Program Review process for staffing, budget expenditures, facilities, equipment and supplies.
- Research, collect, assemble, and analyze data, ,prepare and present reports
- Participate in the preparation of budgets and oversight of expenditures.
- Prepare and submit required reports
- Participate in the hiring of staff
- Develop, supervise and evaluate staff of student services area
- Serve on college committees and represent the District at assigned local,regional, and State meetings
- Provide leadership in the area of student support services.
- Fulfill administrative responsibilities in compliance with the District’s mission,goals, policies, and collective bargaining agreements.
- Foster cooperation by encouraging and maintaining open communications and bysupporting the implementation of shared governance.
- Exercise judgments, which are dispassionate, fair, consistent, and equitable.
- Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in education and to principles of ethicalbehavior.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Diversity Statement
The successful candidate will possess the following: - Sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic,cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff, students and the public.
- Knowledge of the history and culture of underrepresented groups and groups thathave experienced discrimination.
Knowledge and Skills
Desirable Qualifications: - Additional experience in a higher education administrative capacity.
- Experience with California community colleges (California Education Code and Title 5 Regulations)
- Experience with participatory governance structures
- Experience with accreditation expectations (ACCJC Eligibility Requirements and Standards)
- Experience managing categorical funds (Basic Skills, EOP&S, DSP&S,CalWORKs, TRiO)
- Experience with grant writing and management
Abilities
Ability to: - Analyze problems, determine effective solutions, and take independent action forsuccessful results
- Perform consistently under the pressure of deadlines and other administrativedemands.
- Analyze data methods to help drive equity-minded, institutional decisions
- Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive written and oral reports
- Hire, direct, supervise, and formally evaluate the work of others
- Utilize interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
- Project forward to estimate future needs and constraints
- Effectively communicate in both oral and written forms
- Establish and maintain effective work relationships
- Maintain currency in technological developments in areas of responsibility
Desirable Qualifications
Physical Demands - Requires sufficient visual acuity to recognize words and numbers; auditory capacity to speak and hear in public settings; and ambulatory ability to make presentations and travel to other locations.
Salary Grade: 36
Min Salary
$140,341.51
Max Salary
$207,815.90
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 06/01/2026
Open Date: 03/02/2026
Close Date: 04/12/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions Summary
For questions about this position or the application process please contact, Allison Lonergan in human resources at (530) 251-8884 or [email protected]
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
1. What is the highest level of education attained? - GED
- High School Diploma
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- PHD
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts
Optional Documents
1. Letter of Recommendation
2. Transcripts (2)
3. Transcripts (3)
4. Letter of Recommendation (2)
5. Letter of Recommendation (3)
