Dean

San Jose State University (SJSU) seeks a visionary and collaborative leader to serve as the Dean of the Connie L. Lurie College of Education (LCOE). SJSU was founded as a training ground for teachers on the western frontier, and though it has grown dramatically in the years since, the University’s mission and values remain rooted in education. The Dean of the Connie L. Lurie College of Education will build on the excellent foundation of the College and lead in a thoughtful and entrepreneurial manner, further distinguishing and deepening the work of LCOE on campus and in the community.

SJSU is the oldest public university on the west coast, and for nearly 170 years, the University has been a leader in serving the students of California while advancing scholarly innovation and community engagement. Recognized as one the top public universities in the nation, SJSU’s academic programs consistently earn top rankings among public universities. As the second-largest research university in the California State University system, with research expenditures exceeding $80M in 2023-24, SJSU is committed to further expanding its research profile and developing new academic programs and collaborations with academic partners, nonprofit organizations, and corporations across Silicon Valley and beyond.

The Lurie College of Education prepares transformative educators, counselors, therapists, as well as school, community, and higher education leaders. The College’s work extends across disciplines, valuing and sustaining the linguistic and cultural practices of the students served by the College. With a diverse array of offerings in bachelor’s and master’s degrees, teaching credential programs, an Ed.D degree in education leadership, and innovative centers and institutes, the College is committed to the preparation of educators—including teachers, administrators, counselors, and service providers—focusing on developing the knowledge, skills, dispositions, and ethics needed to ensure equity and excellence for all students in a culturally diverse, technologically complex, and global community. In recent years, the College has experienced enrollment growth, increases in student support, and new initiatives that advance equity within education. The next Dean will build on these successes and continue the College’s positive trajectory, prominence, and impact in California and beyond. 

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process; for best consideration, please apply by April 4, 2025. Applicants may also complete a Voluntary Self Identification Form for Executives to assist the CSU system’s recruitment efforts and workforce diversity.

Cati Mitchell-Crossley is leading this search with Lauren Wilkes. 

San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus).