Leadership Professor Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

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Position Information
Functional Title
Assistant Professor, Organizational Leadership, Tenure Track
Position Details
University Overview
Embark on an exciting journey with the University of La Verne, where your career aspirations come to life in a vibrant and welcoming environment. Established in 1891, our diverse and inclusive community is more than just a university-it's a home for passionate individuals like you.
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Diversity Statement
The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.
Job Description Summary
The LaFetra College of Education at the University of La Verne invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in the Fall 2026 academic term with teaching responsibilities in the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership program.
The Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership is an accelerated, blended doctoral program designed for working professionals. The program prepares leaders to lead with integrity, advance equity, drive innovation, and create lasting impact within their organizations and communities. We seek dynamic, creative, scholarly practitioners committed to high-quality doctoral teaching, student success, and practitioner scholarship.
The successful candidate will teach doctoral-level courses in organizational leadership and transformation, including leadership development, team leadership, strategic communication and conflict resolution, organizational change, innovation in complex systems, culturally proficient and equitable leadership, policy and finance contexts, strategic planning, and applied research methods.
Faculty mentor working professionals and support the development of scholarly practitioners capable of navigating complex systems, aligning strategy with culture and resources, and leading sustainable organizational change.
Faculty responsibilities include teaching, scholarship, and service consistent with University of La Verne tenure and promotion expectations. Faculty are also expected to chair and/or serve on doctoral dissertation committees and guide candidates through the Dissertation in Practice or applied research process.
The program includes specialized concentration pathways, and we welcome candidates whose expertise aligns with community college leadership and/or organizational transformation.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will:
• Hold an earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership, Educational Leadership, Higher Education, Business, Public Administration, Management, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge in leadership theory, organizational change, systems thinking, finance and policy contexts, and equity-centered leadership practices.
• Provide evidence as instructor of record successfully teaching graduate or doctoral-level leadership courses.
• Demonstrate experience effectively using technology to teach in blended and/or online programs.
• Be proficient in adult learning theory and instructional strategies appropriate for working professionals in accelerated formats.
• Demonstrate experience mentoring applied research, action research, improvement science, or Dissertation in Practice projects, with the ability to chair and/or serve on doctoral dissertation committees.
• Possess effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse adult populations in academic and professional contexts.
• Document experience working with diverse populations and demonstrate working knowledge of social justice, equity, and inclusive leadership practices.
• Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong collaborative leadership capabilities and a demonstrated commitment to integrity and fairness.
Preferred Qualifications
• Leadership experience in community college settings, particularly in areas such as policy, finance, institutional effectiveness, student success initiatives, or equity-driven reform.
• Experience leading organizational transformation in complex systems undergoing disruption, restructuring, or growth.
• Experience teaching doctoral courses in policy, finance, strategic planning, organizational culture, systems leadership, or change management.
• Experience in accelerated or cohort-based doctoral programs.
• Experience chairing doctoral dissertation committees, particularly within a Dissertation in Practice model.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate emerging technologies, data analytics, or AI tools to enhance doctoral learning and applied research.
• Evidence of scholarly publication, professional presentations, consulting, or grant activity related to leadership, organizational effectiveness, equity, or organizational change.
Benefits Summary
Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation
Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University's 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.
Location
La Verne Main Campus
Physical Demands Summary
The physical demands include the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally. Clear verbal and written communication is essential, as the position involves frequent interaction with colleagues, clients, or external partners.
The noise level is generally low to moderate. The position may occasionally involve meeting deadlines or managing multiple priorities, which can require sustained focus and mental stamina.
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?
Yes
If yes, list maximum weight and duration
Up to 20 Lbs.
Describe work environment
This position is based in a standard office environment and primarily involves sedentary work. Employees are expected to spend extended periods of time working at a desk, using a computer, and engaging in routine office tasks such as emailing, attending m
Duties
Salary Range
Minimum:
$73,940.81
Maximum:
$76,989.60
Posting Details
Posting Number
2024-250289FA
Special Instructions to Applicants
The University of La Verne is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Open Date
04/14/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No