Dean Of Instruction - Education and Social Sciences

Job Description Montgomery College is seeking an individual to serve as dean of instruction for the Education and Social Sciences area starting January 2026 . This 40-hour weekly assignment involves providing executive direction in implementing academic programs and services, curriculum development, budget administration, faculty hiring, evaluation, professional development, and maintaining academic standards within the unit. The incumbent must effectively lead and motivate a diverse team of faculty and staff, fostering teamwork and collaboration, and cultivating trust and strong connections. They will build strong, effective working relationships with all stakeholders, clearly conveying ideas and listening actively. The incumbent must understand and address the needs and concerns of students, faculty, and staff. Finally, they must inspire and encourage faculty and staff to achieve their best, contributing to a culture of teaching and learning excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

Leadership and Strategic Planning

Provides administrative and visionary leadership to faculty and staff regarding short- and long-range planning and programming.

Develops and ensures student-centered focus in alignment with the college's mission and goals.

Oversees curriculum development and ensures the quality and relevance of academic programs.

Promotes innovative teaching and learning practices.

Faculty and Staff Development

Recruits, mentors, and evaluates full-time faculty and staff.

Encourages professional development and research opportunities for faculty.

Fosters an inclusive and collaborative working environment.

Ensures compliance with relevant collective bargaining agreements.

Student Success and Support

Enhances student engagement and retention through effective programs

and services.

Addresses student needs and facilitates pathways for career and academic advancement.

Budget and Resource Management

Manages the area's budget, resources, and facilities effectively.

Authorizes and monitors expenditures to ensure that internal College funds and external grant funds are expended within legal guidelines and priorities.

Works with the Academic Affairs leadership to secure funding opportunities and partnerships to support programs and initiatives.

Community and Industry Engagement

Supports the work within Academic Affairs to build partnerships with industry, educational institutions, and community organizations.

Engages with key stakeholders in Academic Affairs to promote the area's programs through outreach and advocacy.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required :

• Master’s degree in Education, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or a related field; doctorate or terminal degree preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience as a department chair or equivalent managerial / leadership experience in an academic instructional department and / or above.
• Proven track record of managing student success initiatives for academic programs.
• Five (5) years of full-time teaching experience at the post-secondary level in a field in the area, with a preference for teaching in a community college setting.

Key Competencies :

Dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Student- and learner-centered.

Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Knowledge of regional and / or specialized accreditation standards and processes.

Purpose–and passion-driven about the work we will pursue at MC–impacting individual

economic and social mobility that leads to intergenerational mobility.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and diplomatic skills, with the ability to interact

effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Visionary leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to inspire and motivate faculty, staff,

and students toward shared goals.

Exceptional organizational, project management, and time management skills.

Ability to provide advice and counsel to others, as well as correspondence and reports.

Proactive mindset and the ability to anticipate challenges and propose innovative solutions.

Requirements for the application :

Hiring Range : $114,539 - $157,505 annually. Initial salary placement for new hires falls between the minimum and midpoint of the range and is based on relevant candidate experience and internal equity. The maximum salary for this position is $200,472 annually.

For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.

As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire :

Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).

Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earnings restrictions, per state law.

Our benefits package includes : generous paid vacation, sick, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu . We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.

Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.

Closing Date Friday, October 24, 2025