Instructional Dean (two opportunities)

$110,561.00 - $143,729.00/annually, DOE

125

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

12 Months

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision—creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people—not profits.
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we’re changing college.

We don’t just support our community—we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Mesa Community College (MCC), which is celebrating its 60th anniversary during 2025, is nationally recognized for its excellence in university transfer, career and technical programs, civic engagement, and innovative education. Serving more than 25,500 students annually, MCC offers a range of degree and certificate programs across its two campuses and additional locations. MCC students contribute more than 8,500 hours of community service annually. MCC serves as a key resource for education, workforce development, and lifelong learning. The college enhances student success through Guided Pathways with Integrated Support Services. A Hispanic Serving Institution, nearly 50% of MCC students are first-generation college attendees, and it boasts the largest Indigenous student population among Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) colleges, supporting students from 22 Arizona tribes and additional out-of-state tribes. Our award-winning faculty are committed to helping students achieve their goals through high-quality education, training and undergraduate research opportunities. Located in the East Valley of Phoenix, Arizona, MCC is one of 10 MCCCD colleges. Learn more at mesacc.edu.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

MCC is currently seeking two Instructional Deans to provide leadership and vision for academic programs, faculty, staff, and academic support within the assigned division. One Dean will oversee the Math and Science areas while the other Dean will oversee Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. As part of the senior academic leadership team, the Dean guides strategic planning; supports faculty hiring, development, and evaluation; advances assessment and program review; ensures compliance with accreditation requirements; and collaborates across the college to foster student learning, retention, and completion.

The Dean works collaboratively with academic and student affairs colleagues, department chairs, faculty, and staff; supports community and industry partnerships; and ensures alignment with MCC’s mission, values, and strategic goals. The ideal candidate is an experienced academic leader who demonstrates exemplary communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

40% – Strategic Leadership & Academic Planning

• Leads academic programs, academic student support programs, and instructional initiatives in a shared governance environment
• Guides evidence-based decision-making aligned with college and district strategic priorities
• Leads an academic leadership team comprised of department chairs within the dean’s supervisory area
• Collaborates with academic and student affairs administrators, faculty, staff, and community partners to promote college initiatives
• Collaborates with partners to develop and promote higher education pathways, including dual enrollment and university transfer
• Addresses conflict involving faculty, staff, or students through timely, policy-guided resolution
• Advances college-wide initiatives related to teaching excellence and student success
• May be assigned supervision of a programmatic area that serves all of academic affairs, such as the Honors Program, the center for Civic and Community Engagement, or the Learning Enhancement Center

40% – Instructional Quality, Faculty Support & Accreditation

• Supports the recruitment, onboarding, evaluation, and retention of faculty
• Promotes faculty professional development and instructional innovation
• Oversees program review, assessment of student learning, and curricular development
• Ensures compliance with institutional and programmatic accreditation requirements

20% – Administrative Leadership & Operations

• Oversees budget planning and resource allocation
• Supports schedule development and enrollment management strategies
• Participates in college councils, district committees, and community engagement efforts
• Leads special projects and ensures compliance with district, state, and federal regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Master's Degree in a teaching field related to area(s) of assignment and four years of experience in an academic leadership and/or supervisory role in higher education and three years of teaching that includes curriculum/coursework development.

Examples of academic leadership/supervisory experience includes: division/department chair, project management, policy development, administration, evaluation and compliance, committee leadership, program director, and shared governance.

No degree equivalency.

Teaching fields related to the Dean of Math & Science position: Master’s degree in a math, natural science, physical science, life science, engineering, or closely related field

Teaching fields related to the Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences: Master’s degree in a social sciences, humanities, arts, communication, or related liberal arts field

• An earned doctorate or terminal degree in a recognized academic field of study from an accredited institution.
• Higher education teaching experience, preferably in community colleges.
• Experience serving as a dean, department chair, program director, or equivalent academic leadership role.
• Experience providing leadership for multiple departments in a complex system, such as a multi-campus college or multi-college system
• Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based decision making and data-informed academic planning.
• Experience in leading student success initiatives
• Experience with accreditation, program review, and assessment of student learning.

• This position requires considerable work schedule flexibility as there are special events, activities, and issues requiring evening and weekend hours.
• Summer hours vary.
• Will be required to travel or be assigned to any MCCCD locations
• Travel to campus during the interview/selection process may be at the candidate’s own expense.
• The position is not allocated for relocation expenses.
• MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.

Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.

• Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
• Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
• Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load)
• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
• Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.

Applicants who currently work for any of the MCCCD campuses/locations should utilize their HCM Employee Self Service page to apply for jobs by logging in to HCM and clicking on NavBar > Navigator > Self Service > Recruiting > Careers. Click on link for instructions on how to apply.

Applicants who are not currently working for any of the MCCCD locations should apply at https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers.

If you encounter a technical issue in the upload of documents or the submission of your application, please contact MCC Human Resources at strategicstaffing@mesacc.edu prior to the application deadline. We are accessible on business days from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Arizona time.

Applicants must submit:

• A cover letter addressing how their experience meets the minimum and desired qualifications, including experience in faculty leadership, academic program development, and involvement in accreditation or assessment processes.
• A resume with month/year employment history and description of responsibilities.
• Three professional references (current or former supervisors preferred). If references are not included in the resume, they will be requested at the interview stage.

Apply on or before January 30, 2026 to be considered.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.