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Grossmont/Cuyamaca Community College District

Dean Of Exercise Science, Nutrition, Health, And Athletics

Position Number: 7249570
Location: El Cajon, CA
Position Type: Deans - Health

Dean Of Exercise Science, Nutrition, Health, And Athletics

R-02646
San Diego County - Grossmont College

Transforming lives through learning isn't just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens.

The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees. We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.

Become a part of this dedicated team in beautiful San Diego County!

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Job Summary
Application Deadline: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

NOTE: Application materials that are submitted on the last day of application and are timed out will not be accepted.

Department: Exercise Science, Nutrition, Health, and Athletics

Months worked out of the Year: 12 months

FTE: 1.0

Starting Salary Range:
Range: MG-10: $135,469 (Step A) or $140,888 (Step B) or $146,524 (Step C)
Based on experience

Anticipated Start Date: October 2026

Please note that this is NOT a remote position.

Job Description

As the flagship college in the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, we have served the East County community for more than sixty years, providing an exceptional nourishing and academic experience for our students.

Employees at Grossmont College are committed to living the college's mission and vision, including a firm commitment to improving student outcomes and cultivating an equitable student-centered learning environment. Candidates must also demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, antiracism, and accessibility.

Grossmont College has a record of excellence. Our students are among the top in transfers and completion for underserved students in the country, and we are proud to be a top transfer school to San Diego State University. The college's Career Education programs build the region's workforce in in-demand industries such as nursing, administration of justice, culinary arts, drone technology, and AI.

Grossmont College provides holistic support services to our students including counseling, tutoring, financial aid, learning communities, and Griffin athletics, as well as resources for students experiencing food and housing insecurities.

In addition to expertise in their field of practice, Grossmont College seeks applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to support our vibrant community. Employees work every day to create pathways to higher education for all, impact the lives of students and their families, and build and foster a welcoming and inclusive community.

Just 16 miles from downtown San Diego and a 20-minute drive to some of the most beautiful beaches in California, Grossmont College is a 135-acre campus in San Diego's East County near the diverse communities of El Cajon, La Mesa, and San Diego. Grossmont College's backyard is Mission Trails Regional Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the United States. Mission Trails is home to more than 8,000 acres of natural and developed recreational sites and popular activities such as hiking, biking and exploring.

We seek candidates who are committed to student success, equity and excellence, and who can advance the mission and vision of our college.

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Services, the Dean will be responsible for the development, direction, supervision, and evaluation of the assigned set of the college's academic programs and/or college service areas, which include Exercise Science, Nutrition, Health, and Athletics.

Administrators will be assigned responsibility for a combination of day, evening, and weekend programs, on-campus and off site. Each instructional Dean assumes responsibility for some college-wide functions and is responsible for grants management in their areas. Managers will be expected to perform other duties consistent with their job description.

Grossmont College seeks talented and dedicated candidates who share our strategic focus on student success and equity to apply for our Dean of Exercise Science, Nutrition, Health, and Athletics position. With a diverse student body, we especially seek candidates with a record of effective leadership and mentoring of students of all backgrounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 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 (Exercise Science, Nutrition, Health and Athletics).

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

1. The ability to advance the College's vision, mission, and values in the Exercise Science, Nutrition, Health, and Athletics Division's programs and services and within the institution.

2. Commitment to and support of diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and accessibility in support of student success and retention.

3. Demonstrated sensitivity to, and an understanding of, students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds; students who are differently abled, and students who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

4. The ability to advance the College's strategic goals related to access, success, retention, eliminating equity gaps, and increasing equity in hiring in the Exercise Science, Nutrition, Health, and Athletics Division's programs and within the institution.

5. The ability to 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.

6. Experience or qualifications relevant to oversight of physical education, health education, athletics, and athletic support functions; background in physical education and coaching; experience managing or overseeing physical education facilities and equipment.

7. The ability to establish overall goals, objectives and plans; prepare reports and presentations; initiate and participate in overall program review and planning, including Student Learning Outcome (SLO) development and assessment, communicate statutes, district and college policies and philosophies to division staff.

8. The ability to support division faculty in curriculum planning and development; evaluate and recommend instructional materials, equipment, and facilities.

9. The ability to oversee and comply with the Constitution of the California Community College Athletic Association (3C2A, PCAC, SCFA) sports supplements, and provide administrative support and supervision to 16 athletic teams during day, late afternoon, evening, holiday, and weekend on/off campus contests and activities (the Dean is required to attend specific sports events on and off-campus - football and other sports as specified).

10. The ability to perform the hiring, evaluation, and retention of assigned faculty, coaches, and staff according to statutes, Governing Board policy, and collective bargaining units; plan and coordinate orientation and in-service education (R1&R2, 3C2A) for professional development of program faculty, coaches, and staff.

11. The ability to prepare faculty teaching assignments, catalog material and schedules, and other program information as required; assign certificated and classified staff to work areas, hours and duties; orient and assist new personnel as needed.

12. The ability to 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.

13. The ability to serve as a member of district, site and/or other committees and task forces.

14. The ability to ensure responsiveness of assigned special programs and effective coordination with student services' functions to the overall needs of the campus, students, faculty and administrators.

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

16. The ability to coordinate and facilitate the resolution of student, instructor, and staff conflicts and problems.

17. The ability to perform related duties regarding assigned programs as necessary.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of the Education Code, Title 5, federal law - Title IX, and other administrative state and/or federal regulations and the ability to apply these regulations.

Additional Information

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A complete and current resume/CV (curriculum vitae).
A cover letter up to 500 words addressing how you meet the necessary qualifications of the position, and how your academic and athletics experience and goals directly align with the mission, vision, and values of Grossmont College.
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The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, a two-college district in eastern San Diego County, has been providing a high-quality education to the region since Grossmont College opened its doors in 1961 and Cuyamaca College began operating in 1978. The district is tied closely to the suburban and rural communities that it serves, providing a $1 billion economic impact to the region through its payroll, purchasing, and spending by students and alumni.

The district has a strong commitment to diversity and equity with a student population representing a broad variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, cultures and abilities. The district strives to provide an educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect that ultimately also benefits the global community.

The colleges offer more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide range of programs. Both colleges have signature programs that have become well-renowned. Grossmont College is recognized for its top-notch Administration of Justice, Culinary Arts, Nursing and Allied Health and Theatre Arts programs, while Cuyamaca is known for its Automotive Technology, Ornamental Horticulture, Environmental Health and Safety and Center for Water Studies programs.

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