UC Berkeley
Dean - College of Environmental Design
UC Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Overview
Dean - College Of Environmental Design The University Of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Environmental Design (CED). Since its founding in 1959, CED has achieved distinction for its integration of architecture, planning, and landscape design with an emphasis on environmental and social justice within the built environment. The college is ranked #1 for Architecture and the Built Environment among public universities (2025 QS World University Rankings). CED is renowned for theory, research, innovation, and practice focused on the built environment, with attention to design excellence, climate solutions, and new materials and technologies. The Dean will join CED at an opportune time for impact locally, nationally, and globally. The CED community is eager for its next leader to shape a cohesive and forward-thinking vision that builds upon CED's pioneering focus on how the built environment can improve lives. The next dean will lead a college of 211 renowned faculty and committed staff, an extraordinarily talented and diverse student body of just over 1,200 students, and a network of nearly 24,000 distinguished alumni. Responsibilities and Leadership Vision
Lead and execute an integrative vision that builds on the college’s distinct identity, fosters interdisciplinary collaborations, and supports UC Berkeley's mission and goals. Grow and steward resources to achieve the vision and ambitions of CED. Strengthen operational infrastructure and recruit, retain, and support a world-class faculty and staff. Promote an equitable learning environment and the academic and professional success of all CED students. Serve as a visible intellectual leader locally, nationally, and internationally to elevate CED's brand and reputation. Qualifications and Application Materials
Applicants must have a terminal degree at the time of application. Submit a CV or résumé and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. For best consideration, submit materials by August 20, 2025. Position Details
This position is a sensitive position and is subject to a criminal background check. The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence, where all individuals can work and learn together in a safe and secure environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. Finalists for this position may be required to complete an employment misconduct disclosure questionnaire and an authorization of information release form as part of the selection process. More information is available on this website. Equal Opportunity and Policies
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in its public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel Policy (APM 210 1-D). UC Berkeley is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For more information, please refer to UC’s Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and related policies. Letters of reference submitted through third parties will be treated as confidential per policy and law. As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable university policies and collective bargaining agreements. Federal, state, or local directives may impose additional requirements. The University of California is committed to a safe and secure environment for all participants in university programs and activities.
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Dean - College Of Environmental Design The University Of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Environmental Design (CED). Since its founding in 1959, CED has achieved distinction for its integration of architecture, planning, and landscape design with an emphasis on environmental and social justice within the built environment. The college is ranked #1 for Architecture and the Built Environment among public universities (2025 QS World University Rankings). CED is renowned for theory, research, innovation, and practice focused on the built environment, with attention to design excellence, climate solutions, and new materials and technologies. The Dean will join CED at an opportune time for impact locally, nationally, and globally. The CED community is eager for its next leader to shape a cohesive and forward-thinking vision that builds upon CED's pioneering focus on how the built environment can improve lives. The next dean will lead a college of 211 renowned faculty and committed staff, an extraordinarily talented and diverse student body of just over 1,200 students, and a network of nearly 24,000 distinguished alumni. Responsibilities and Leadership Vision
Lead and execute an integrative vision that builds on the college’s distinct identity, fosters interdisciplinary collaborations, and supports UC Berkeley's mission and goals. Grow and steward resources to achieve the vision and ambitions of CED. Strengthen operational infrastructure and recruit, retain, and support a world-class faculty and staff. Promote an equitable learning environment and the academic and professional success of all CED students. Serve as a visible intellectual leader locally, nationally, and internationally to elevate CED's brand and reputation. Qualifications and Application Materials
Applicants must have a terminal degree at the time of application. Submit a CV or résumé and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. For best consideration, submit materials by August 20, 2025. Position Details
This position is a sensitive position and is subject to a criminal background check. The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence, where all individuals can work and learn together in a safe and secure environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. Finalists for this position may be required to complete an employment misconduct disclosure questionnaire and an authorization of information release form as part of the selection process. More information is available on this website. Equal Opportunity and Policies
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in its public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel Policy (APM 210 1-D). UC Berkeley is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For more information, please refer to UC’s Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and related policies. Letters of reference submitted through third parties will be treated as confidential per policy and law. As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable university policies and collective bargaining agreements. Federal, state, or local directives may impose additional requirements. The University of California is committed to a safe and secure environment for all participants in university programs and activities.
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