Dean, Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education

Position Summary

California Baptist University (CBU) invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean, Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education Founded in 1950, California Baptist University is a private comprehensive institution located in Riverside, California. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), CBU offers more than 100 majors, more than 40 graduate degree programs and eleven doctoral degrees. Affiliated with California Southern Baptist Convention, CBU is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities and the International Association of Baptist Colleges and Universities. For more information about the university, visit this page
CBU’s Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education exists to equip, empower, and encourage leader-educators to impact our communities, country, and world. The Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education is CTC Accredited, has a student body of over 1000 students and is one of 10 schools and colleges within the university. With strong growth in student numbers and program offerings, the Metcalf School of Education consists of 14 full-time faculty and 7 support staff. Students participate in online and in-person undergraduate and graduate programs.

Position Description. The Dean of the Metcalf School of Education is the chief academic officer and the administrative head of the school. The Dean holds academic rank and is charged with the administration, academic leadership, and supervision of the operation of the school through its instructional programs, research, publications, and service activities. This administrator must be a visionary who has the demonstrated ability and entrepreneurial mindset to execute a strategic plan.

The Dean reports directly to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and serves on the Provost’s Council. Pay Range The compensation for this appointment will range from $160,000 – $185,000 annually and reflects what California Baptist University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to wages, CBU offers a robust suite of Qualifications Required qualifications include 1) A demonstrated mature Christian faith aligned with CBU’s foundation as a Christian institution committed to the Great Commission, 2) an earned doctorate degree from an accredited institution in a field related to the work of the Metcalf School of Education, 3) progressive administrative experience in higher education, 4) knowledge of accreditation bodies, 5) an outstanding record of leadership and service to the community, and 6) an outstanding record of academic activities including university teaching, research, external funding and service. Teaching Responsibilities Nondiscrimination Statement

State and Federal law permit California Baptist University to discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purpose. The University does not discriminate contrary to either State or Federal law.