Job Details

Grossmont/Cuyamaca Community College District

Dean of Counseling Services

Position Number: 6868854
Location: El Cajon, CA
Position Type: Deans - Other

GROSSMONT-CUYAMACA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
HUMAN RESOURCES

INTERIM ASSIGNMENT
DEAN OF COUNSELING SERVICES
GROSSMONT COLLEGE

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applicants, please submit a current resume, academic transcripts, and a letter of interest no longer than three pages in which you outline your qualifications for the position with Grossmont College to D-HR-Jobs@gcccd.edu no later than 5:00pm on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026.

BENEFITS: The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

(Probationary Employees, Please Contact Human Resources Prior To Applying To This Position)

SALARY
MG-10: $135,469 (Step A), $140,888 (Step B), $146,524 (Step C) annually

The compensation for internal candidates shall be paid at the step of the higher classification which is at least five (5) percent greater than the bargaining unit member's monthly salary, including any longevity increment.

DEPARTMENT
Counseling Services

START DATE
February or March 2026

STATUS/ASSIGNMENT
Temporary/Approximately 3-6 months

SCHEDULE/HOURS
Monday – Friday / 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (hours may vary)

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Services, the Dean of Counseling Services provides leadership, oversight, and administrative management for Counseling Services to support student success and institutional effectiveness. This position is responsible for strategic planning, budget development and management, personnel supervision and evaluation, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality counseling programs and services aligned with the College's mission, vision, and strategic goals. The Interim Dean collaborates with faculty, staff, and campus and district partners to advance equitable access, compliance, and continuous improvement across counseling operations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Master's degree from an accredited institution plus five years of achievement in management, supervision or leadership programs, departments or divisions within an institution of higher education, with emphasis in one or more of the areas to which the Dean position is assigned.

Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act due to a disability and require accommodations for completing the application process, please notify the District Human Resources Department.

GROSSMONT-CUYAMACA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
HUMAN RESOURCES

INTERIM DEAN OF COUNSELING SERVICES
GROSSMONT COLLEGE

JOB PURPOSE:
Under the direction of the assigned manager, plan, organize, and direct the operations of a major instructional or student services division; supervise and evaluate the performance of certificated and classified personnel.

GROSSMONT COLLEGE'S VISION, MISSION, AND VALUES 
 
The ideal candidate will share Grossmont College's commitment to our Vision, Mission, and Values (see below), especially our commitment to working collaboratively to cultivate an equitable student-centered learning environment for our students whose backgrounds include a broad range of cultural, socioeconomic, genders, abilities, and orientations. 
 
Vision: Empowered through a culture of inclusivity, Grossmont College strives to maintain our student-centered philosophy while working to support the ever-changing needs of our students. Along with ensuring student success, Grossmont College continues to advance our antiracism and equity work. 

Mission: Grossmont College serves the diverse population of our surrounding community and beyond by creating clear and accessible pathways to degrees and jobs leading to social and economic mobility for our students. We work collaboratively to cultivate an equitable student-centered learning environment, and we hold ourselves accountable for improving student outcomes through ongoing assessment, evaluation, and data-informed decision making. Grossmont College offers associate degrees; transfer preparation, including Associate Degrees for Transfer; certificate programs; career education and workforce development. 

Values: 

Learning and Student Success 

Creativity and Innovation 

Pursuit of Excellence and Continuous Improvement 

Integrity 

Power of Diversity and Inclusion 

Civility 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage, evaluate and coordinate academic subject areas and student services in accordance with legal requirements, district policies and sound instructional and student services principles and practices.

Establish overall goals, objectives and plans; initiate and participate in overall program planning; communicate statutes, district and college policies and philosophies to division staff.

Perform the hiring, evaluation and retention of assigned faculty and staff according to statutes and Governing Board policy; plan and coordinate orientation and in-service education for professional development of program faculty and staff.

Prepare faculty teaching assignments and schedules; assign certificated and classified staff to work areas, hours and duties; orient and assist new personnel as needed.

Prepare budgets and submit through appropriate channels for approval; monitor and control assigned program-operating budgets; initiate special fund requests; determine need and priority for capital equipment and materials.

Serve as a member of district, site or other committees and task forces.

Participate in public information activities to promote and publicize total instructional and student services programs; respond to inquiries regarding curriculum or course offerings and services provided.

Prepare catalog material, class schedules and other program information as required; recommend and implement new programs to enhance the college mission and enrollment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: Master's degree from an accredited institution plus five years of achievement in management, supervision or leadership programs, departments or divisions within an institution of higher education, with emphasis in one or more of the areas to which the Dean position is assigned.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

In-depth knowledge of the Education Code, Title 5 and other administrative regulations and the ability to apply these regulations.

Sensitivity to all facets of the community including the needs of various groups which comprise it.

Ability to successfully delegate, ensure adherence to College and District policies, practices and procedures, hold others responsible yet instill confidence among the faculty and staff.

Ability to exercise academic leadership to advance the College's mission.

Facilitate communication and understanding of perspectives among faculty, staff, and students, within the framework of a multi-college district.

Commitment to the community college concept, including the open door philosophy and a diverse curriculum for a heterogeneous student population.

Ability to participate in the Community College planning process while participating in the achievement of the goals and priorities of the District as a whole.

Ability to work cooperatively and responsively with all segments of the College, District and community at large.

Facilitate communication and understanding among faculty, staff, students, and the community, within the framework of a multi-college district.

Dedication to keeping students informed while seeking their opinions and providing a range of student services.

Commitment to a comprehensive, student-oriented environment that facilitates learning and student development.

Ability to participate in the process, development, and achievement of the college vision, and communicate that to faculty and staff.

Ability to exercise strong, academic leadership to advance the College's mission.

Facilitate communication and understanding of perspectives among faculty, staff, students, and the community.