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Cal Poly Pomona, CPP, invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for Dean of the College of Professional and Global Education (CPGE). A successful Dean will possess the academic, financial, and strategic acumen to execute collaborative and transparent leadership for the present and future of CPGE. The new Dean is expected to begin in Spring 2026.

The ideal candidate for this position will be an innovative, strategic leader who understands the mission of CPP; fosters relationships with academic, industry and global partners; promotes lifelong learning; and shares a commitment to supporting students, faculty, and staff from a wide range of backgrounds.

Cal Poly Pomona is one of three polytechnic universities in the 23-campus California State University system and among 12 such institutions nationwide. Since its founding in 1938, the University has offered a unique education steeped in experiential learning. With a variety of degree programs in the arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, and professional disciplines, the institution is well known for its learn-by-doing philosophy

The College of Professional and Global Education is a dynamic and future-focused college dedicated to extending learning opportunities beyond traditional boundaries. Guided by its commitment to ‘Innovate Locally, Impact Globally,’ CPGE offers a comprehensive portfolio of professional, continuing, and global education programs that empower learners to advance their careers, explore new opportunities, and thrive in an ever-changing world of work. CPGE integrates four strategic clusters: Program Development and Partnerships, Global Campus, Workforce Innovation, and Business Operations.

Cynthia Patterson and Maria Thompson of Academic Search will be assisting Cal Poly Pomona with the search. The profile linked above provides information about the position, institution, qualifications, and application process. If submitting a nomination, please send the nominee’s full name, title, position, and email address to cppdeancgps@academicsearch.org.

Priority consideration will be given to materials received by January 2, 2026. The salary for this position will be $214,500 – $230,000. More information is available at: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf. Additional information about the institution can be found at https://www.cpp.edu.

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Pomona complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.