Petaluma, California
PORTLAND, OR
Posted: 02-Jun-25
Location: Pasco, Washington
Salary: $120,000-$128,000 Annually
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Internal Number: E-25-012
- Description
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Columbia Basin College (CBC) is committed to our vision to be the educational home that transforms students' lives through economic and social mobility. We are one of eight Hispanic-Serving Institutions in Washington state with Hispanic students representing just under half of our student population. As such, CBC is committed to discovering and enacting innovative ways to intentionally serve Hispanic students while serving all. We center equity in all that we do and seek to attract and retain engaged individuals committed to helping all students be successful in accomplishing their goals.
The Dean for Business & Computer Science serves as the line administrator for these disciplines and reports to the Vice President for Instruction. This role is responsible for administering and coordinating comprehensive instructional programs, including several Bachelor of Applied Science degrees, with a strong focus on student access, completion, and career readiness. The Dean ensures programs are high-quality, industry-aligned, and responsive to workforce and transfer needs, supporting student success through relevant and innovative learning opportunities. In collaboration with faculty and college leadership, the Dean fosters an inclusive and effective learning environment that promotes retention and achievement. The position also involves assisting with broader instructional initiatives and participating as a key member of the instructional administrative team. Through strategic leadership and resource management, the Dean helps ensure students are well-prepared for academic and professional success.
The Dean for Business & Computer Science reports to the Vice President for Instruction.
This position is receiving applications until June 23, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST. The College will conduct initial interviews with selected candidates via Zoom and will conduct on-campus interviews with finalists.
Primary Responsibilities
- Support the mission, vision, and values of Columbia Basin College through courageous and ethical leadership of the Business & Computer Science Division, as well as in support of other areas of the College as a thoughtful leader and engaged member of an administrative team;
- Work with faculty and staff to articulate and implement a vision and strategic plan for the Business & Computer Science Division that supports student success
; - Develop a preliminary budget for the Division and oversee expenditures within the approved budgets;
- Evaluate faculty, exempt, and classified staff through the appropriate College policies and procedures, and Collective Bargaining Agreements with courageous conversations, providing honest, candid, and accurate feedback; offer support through appropriate resources geared toward success, regardless of employee type;
- Provide clear and regular communication with members of the Division, the Vice President for Instruction, and other members of the Instructional and Student Services Council;
- Support campus and Division assessment and accreditation efforts including the development of annual and focused program reviews;
- With a focus on the instructional areas within the division, participate in local, state, and national educational/ workforce development and leadership conferences and activities;
- Coordinate and consolidate the planning and equipping of facilities directly related to the Division with the appropriate officers of the College;
- Play a major role in planning new instructional buildings and remodeling of existing structures;
- Maintain and/or develop connections with local and State organizations as related to the instructional areas within the Division; may teach with the approval of the Vice President for Instruction; and
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required
- Master’s degree from an institutionally accredited college or university;
- Two (2) years of supervisory experience; and
- Experience working in a diverse work environment such as serving underrepresented and Hispanic communities.
Preferred
- Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related field from an institutionally accredited college or university;
- Teaching experience; and
- Supervisory experience in Higher Education.
Competencies
Support for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Reflecting CBC’s mission, vision and values, support initiatives that expand the human qualities that differentiate our workplace and educational setting. Demonstrate and advocate an understanding of differences, open mindedness, compassion, sensitivity and interest in differing viewpoints given the diverse population and show a deep commitment to the involvement of colleagues, students and community members to student experience and success honoring freedom of expression as fundamental to personal, professional and organizational growth;
“Yes, And”/Teamwork: Demonstrate a willingness to work with, and help others in completing job assignments, the ability to accept constructive criticism, and to cooperate with fellow employees and supervisors; demonstrate alignment with the "Yes, And" culture, (e.g., being present and listening, making each other look good, embracing change and failure and choosing positivity);
Visionary Leadership: Create a clear, compelling vision; communicate vision and gain commitment; act in accordance with vision; display passion and optimism; mobilize others to fulfill the vision; lead through influence, rather than authority, and take ownership and accountability for the area of responsibility and decisions made; demonstrate confidence within area of expertise; promote a cooperative work environment; appropriately apply leadership techniques to motivate, develop and guide employees;
Participatory Management: Provide opportunity for assigned staff to participate in management decision-making when and where appropriate; consistently seek out appropriate information and input that ensure stakeholders perspective is considered;
Approachability: Willing to take immediate time to actively listen to others; considered “accessible” or can be depended upon to be available when needed; responsive;
Project Management: Manage projects by focusing attention on key priorities; evaluate approaches, determine feasibility, and adjust plan as needed; develop plans, coordinate projects and teams; communicate changes and progress; complete projects on time and on budget; perform well without direct supervision; do complex work independently; follow tasks through to completion;
Resourceful & Entrepreneurial: Consistently focus on end results and find most effective way to achieve goals and objectives; act on opportunities; take calculated risks; generate non-routine, non-traditional actions to overcome obstacles and achieve results; and
Change Management: Initiate and/or manage the change process and energize it on an ongoing basis, taking steps to remove barriers or accelerate its pace.
CBC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Please visit our website to apply!