Science Jobs in Salem, OR (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $105,193.00 - $147,711.00 Annually
Location : Salem Campus. Salem, OR
Job Type: Exempt
Job Number: M60670
Division: 522000 Academic Affairs
Department: 522000 Math, Engineering & Computer Science
Opening Date: 08/05/2026
Closing Date: 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
JOB INFORMATION
The Dean of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) is a key academic leadership position at the community college, reporting to an Executive Dean of General Education and Transfer Studies. This role oversees Science, Technology, Engineering & Math, as well as campus operations and community engagement within their assigned area of responsibility. The Dean provides strategic direction, ensures program quality, and effectively fosters student success while managing budgets, personnel, and resources.
Chemeketa is a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution that aspires to be an inclusive environment where we honor and value the unique contributions of our diverse students, employees, and community. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions that support all students in achieving their educational goals. If you are interested in joining the work of the college to pursue a supportive and inclusive culture, we encourage you to apply.
When applying for this position, please attach the electronic documents listed below. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected as an incomplete application. Any documents you provide that are not listed will not been seen by the Search Committee.

• Unofficial Transcripts - An electronic copy of your academic transcript(s) from an accredited institution which clearly indicate the degree awarded, and any other applicable information, must be attached with your application if you would like it considered as part of your eligibility for the position. Any applicants who earned academic credentials from outside of the United States and wish to use those credits for consideration must also upload an evaluation of college credit earned at the non-U.S. institution.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Supervision

• Provides strong leadership through a participatory management and team building
• Recruits, hires, supervises, creates work assignments and evaluates faculty and staff, as well as recommending the retention, promotion, or dismissal of staff
• Fosters innovation and creates opportunities for change that align with Chemeketa's mission and is guided by Chemeketa's values
• Implements Strategic goals to enhance department and college success
• Administers policies and procedures, upholding professional standards

Instructional Management & Support

• Oversees program curriculum development, planning and assessment
• Demonstrates leadership for effective teaching and learning methods and practices within the department; is visible to students, staff and faculty; promotes student recruitment and success
• Plans, supervises, and manages the delivery of instructional and support services; analyzes students, staff, and the global community needs and resources to determine, recommend, and/or develop courses and programs
• Provides leadership for solving student/instructor disputes
• Collaborates with program chairs/coordinators to ensure smooth operations

College Collaboration & Community Liaison

• Creates collaborative relationships, develops courses and programs, and writes contracts with, and for, business, industry, education, public agencies, and non-profit organizations
• Represents Chemeketa in decision making at state and national levels
• Facilitates effective communication and collaborative partnerships with other college departments, business, industry, school districts, colleges/universities and agencies; works with community partners to oversee related space, such as labs, practicum, or field sites to optimize usage
• Functions effectively as a team member at department, division, and college-wide levels
• Participates in college-wide committees and activities
• Builds and maintains relationship with community partners
• Serves as an advocate for faculty, staff and department programs

Budget Oversight

• Develops, monitors and manages departmental operational budgets for the department
• Actively participates in and implements fundraising, grants, and contract development
• Approves and monitors expenditures
• Identifies new revenue source and opportunities

Grant Management

• Identifies and pursues suitable grant opportunities
• Oversees the application and implementation process
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements

Institutional Expectations

• Embraces diversity and actively collaborates effectively with a variety of students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds
• Participates in recruitment and retention of students at an individual and institutional level in promotion of student success
• Embraces, understands and uses appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions
• Provides high quality, effective service to internal and external customers through continuous improvement and adoption of lean office practices

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Your application will be scored based on the minimum qualifications, core competencies, and preferred qualifications. If you are unsure whether you meet all of the qualifications listed below, we encourage you to apply and address through your application materials all of the relevant education, transferable skills, and related experience that makes you a great candidate for this position. The information provided on your application will be used to determine step placement upon hire. Please ensure you include all information on your application which you wish to be considered.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's Degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field.
-AND-
Five years of academic leadership experience
-AND-
Four years of related experience in higher education, which may include:

• College level teaching experience
• Program administration
• Curriculum development
• Oversight of student service programs

Core Competencies

• Sound understanding of the community college learning environment and a commitment to the comprehensive community college mission
• Demonstrated value for culturally diverse faculty, students and staff, and, an ability to foster a work environment conducive to cultural and linguistic diversity and mutual development
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in successfully planning, developing, directing, and evaluating higher education programs and demonstrated ability to effectively delegate responsibility
• Ability to effectively delegate responsibility and empower staff
• Commitment to student success; ability to connect with students; sensitivity to the needs of current and emerging community college student populations
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to build and lead effective teams
• Proficiency in budget management and resource allocation
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative partnership within the college and with external stakeholders
• Commitment to professional development and continuous learning for self and others
• Demonstrate ability to use data and apply an equity lens to address gaps in educational outcomes
• Bicultural/multicultural skills sufficient to select appropriate behaviors, values and attitudes within different cultures during interactions with others

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree from an accredited institution
• Five years of full-time equivalent experience in program administration and direct supervision of staff
• Experience in a community college setting
• Experience as an instructor in one or more of the academic disciplines in the department
• Experience in providing leadership for a program or department
• Grant management experience
• Experience facilitating groups with diverse interests
• Bilingual skills (e.g., English/Spanish)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This is a 100%, 12-month exempt assignment of the D5 band and grade
• This position has a 1-year probationary period
• All positions at Chemeketa are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college.
• Requires flexible work schedule based upon program needs which includes some evening and weekend work and/or travel; in-state and out-of-state meetings, conferences, institutes, training and/or other meeting attendance as required
• This position may require the use of your personal vehicle for transportation between campus locations
• Requires the provision of official transcripts upon hire
• Employees must maintain Oregon, Washington or Idaho residency as a condition of employment.
• Successful applicants for designated positions must successfully pass a background inquiry, which may include criminal, driving, credit and full background checks. Only information relevant to the position will be considered. An individual with negative information on their background inquiry will not necessarily be denied employment.
• Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sedentary Work:Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary requirements are met.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Chemeketa Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.
For information regarding Veterans' Preference qualifications, visit
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) -OR-
  • Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension -OR-
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate
• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs -OR-
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at
*Please Note:As part of the first round of screening, the committee will conduct an anonymous review of the application materials and will not be able to view any personally identifiable information. Please be sure that your application is complete and thoroughly depicts how you meet the minimum qualifications, core competencies and preferred qualifications.
Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Chemeketa makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.
LEGAL COMPLIANCE
Chemeketa Community College does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity, or operation of the College.
Chemeketa Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
For inquiries regarding the College's nondiscrimination policy, contact the following:

• For students with disabilities: Section 504/ADA Coordinator in Student Accessibility Services, 503.399.5279
• For employees with disabilities: Vice President of Governance & Administration, 503.399.2537
• For sex-based discrimination: Title IX Coordinator, 503.584.7323
• For equal employment opportunities or affirmative action: Affirmative Action Officer in Human Resources, 503.315.4586

To request this publication in an alternative format, please call 503.399.5192. For language access, please call 503.315.4586.
In addition to a rewarding and energizing career opportunity, Chemeketa offers a comprehensive benefits package to all salaried Chemeketa employees and eligible dependents. Benefits available to Chemeketa employee's include:
Core Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer-paid group life insurance, Employee assistance programs.
Voluntary Benefits: V