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Interim Administrator jobs are open across healthcare, higher education, and nonprofit organizations, at every level from entry-level administrative support to senior executive interim roles, with specializations in operations management, human resources administration, and financial oversight. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Interim Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships, Administrator III, Temporary, *UPDATED*
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Sonoma State University
Interim Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships, Administrator III, Temporary, *UPDATED*
Rohnert Park, California
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Interim Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships, Administrator III, Temporary, *UPDATED*
Sonoma State University·Rohnert Park, California
Job functions:
$13k/yr
Doctoral degree
51-200 employees
Job Description
Interim Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships, Administrator III, Temporary, *UPDATED*
Job No: 563031
Work Type: Management (MPP)
Location: Sonoma
Categories: MPP, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Friday, November 20, 2026*.
In your cover letter, please describe your experience leading or supporting academic initiatives at the department, college, or institutional level. Highlight how you have worked collaboratively with faculty, staff, and/or external partners to advance curricular innovation, strengthen academic pathways, or create opportunities that support student success and career readiness. Please provide examples of your approach and the outcomes of these efforts.
Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Evidence of degree(s) or certificate(s) and/or license(s) required at time of hire.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies (AVP), the Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships provides management and guidance within the Office of Academic Programs. The incumbent is responsible for administering and providing strategic leadership oversight and direction for curriculum and program development within the Office of Academic Programs in the Provost's Office. The incumbent serves as the administrative lead for a variety of academic programs including, but not limited to, community outreach initiatives, external K-12 partnerships to support dual enrollment and college readiness, and integration of career pathways. This position promotes High-Impact Practices and integrative and interdisciplinary learning, working with administrators, faculty, and staff in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Strategic Enrollment Management and is responsible for overseeing the institution's dual enrollment and career-based curriculum and working collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff to ensure the quality of the courses and curriculum. In addition, the incumbent supervises staff and provides oversight and coordination for curriculum development/change processes and dual enrollment and career integration planning responsibilities managed in the Office of Academic Programs.
Key Qualifications
This position requires an earned doctoral degree, or terminal degree in the incumbent's field, along with a minimum of three (3) years of successful higher education leadership experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. The incumbent must possess a demonstrated record of successful teaching and supporting a diverse student population and demonstrated experience with curriculum development and approval, academic planning, program development, scheduling, and assessment. Record of successful leadership and management in a shared governance environment required. The incumbent must demonstrate a strong commitment to creating an equity-focused, inclusive, student-centered culture that is committed to improving recruitment, retention and graduation rates in keeping with Sonoma State's commitment to the system's graduation initiative. The incumbent must possess a strong working knowledge of standard office software including Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of student information systems (i.e. PeopleSoft, EAB) preferred. Experience with curricular redesign and implementation preferred.
Salary and Benefits
Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $12,500 to $13,100 a month. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations.This position is a member of the Management Personnel Plan and serves at the pleasure of the President. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.
Supplemental Information
About Sonoma State University:
Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.
Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting:
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Employment Eligibility & Conditions:
CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.
Education Code 89521 - Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
Application Process & Accommodations:
For questions related to the application process, please reach out to hr@sonoma.edu. The ADA Coordinator is also available (hraccommodations@sonoma.edu) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.
Annual Reports & Safety Information:
Sonoma State University's Annual Security Report (https://clery.sonoma.edu/annual-security-report) includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person by emailing the Clery Compliance and Safety Office at clery@sonoma.edu.
Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is available for viewing at https://housing.sonoma.edu/compliance-data/2024-campus-housing-fire-safety-report. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within Sonoma State University student housing facilities for three years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Residential Education and Campus Housing at housing@sonoma.edu.
Application Close: Open Until Filled
To apply, visit https://employment.sonoma.edu/en-us/job/563031/interim-associate-dean-for-academic-pathways-and-partnerships-administrator-iii-temporary-updated
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Sonoma State University
Interim Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships, Administrator III, Temporary, *UPDATED*
Rohnert Park, California
Added 6d ago51-200 employees
Job functions:
$13k/yr
Doctoral degree
Job Description
Interim Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships, Administrator III, Temporary, *UPDATED*
Job No: 563031
Work Type: Management (MPP)
Location: Sonoma
Categories: MPP, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Friday, November 20, 2026*.
In your cover letter, please describe your experience leading or supporting academic initiatives at the department, college, or institutional level. Highlight how you have worked collaboratively with faculty, staff, and/or external partners to advance curricular innovation, strengthen academic pathways, or create opportunities that support student success and career readiness. Please provide examples of your approach and the outcomes of these efforts.
Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Evidence of degree(s) or certificate(s) and/or license(s) required at time of hire.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies (AVP), the Associate Dean for Academic Pathways and Partnerships provides management and guidance within the Office of Academic Programs. The incumbent is responsible for administering and providing strategic leadership oversight and direction for curriculum and program development within the Office of Academic Programs in the Provost's Office. The incumbent serves as the administrative lead for a variety of academic programs including, but not limited to, community outreach initiatives, external K-12 partnerships to support dual enrollment and college readiness, and integration of career pathways. This position promotes High-Impact Practices and integrative and interdisciplinary learning, working with administrators, faculty, and staff in Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Strategic Enrollment Management and is responsible for overseeing the institution's dual enrollment and career-based curriculum and working collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff to ensure the quality of the courses and curriculum. In addition, the incumbent supervises staff and provides oversight and coordination for curriculum development/change processes and dual enrollment and career integration planning responsibilities managed in the Office of Academic Programs.
Key Qualifications
This position requires an earned doctoral degree, or terminal degree in the incumbent's field, along with a minimum of three (3) years of successful higher education leadership experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. The incumbent must possess a demonstrated record of successful teaching and supporting a diverse student population and demonstrated experience with curriculum development and approval, academic planning, program development, scheduling, and assessment. Record of successful leadership and management in a shared governance environment required. The incumbent must demonstrate a strong commitment to creating an equity-focused, inclusive, student-centered culture that is committed to improving recruitment, retention and graduation rates in keeping with Sonoma State's commitment to the system's graduation initiative. The incumbent must possess a strong working knowledge of standard office software including Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of student information systems (i.e. PeopleSoft, EAB) preferred. Experience with curricular redesign and implementation preferred.
Salary and Benefits
Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $12,500 to $13,100 a month. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations.This position is a member of the Management Personnel Plan and serves at the pleasure of the President. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.
Supplemental Information
About Sonoma State University:
Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.
Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting:
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Employment Eligibility & Conditions:
CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.
Education Code 89521 - Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
Application Process & Accommodations:
For questions related to the application process, please reach out to hr@sonoma.edu. The ADA Coordinator is also available (hraccommodations@sonoma.edu) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.
Annual Reports & Safety Information:
Sonoma State University's Annual Security Report (https://clery.sonoma.edu/annual-security-report) includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person by emailing the Clery Compliance and Safety Office at clery@sonoma.edu.
Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is available for viewing at https://housing.sonoma.edu/compliance-data/2024-campus-housing-fire-safety-report. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within Sonoma State University student housing facilities for three years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Residential Education and Campus Housing at housing@sonoma.edu.
Application Close: Open Until Filled
To apply, visit https://employment.sonoma.edu/en-us/job/563031/interim-associate-dean-for-academic-pathways-and-partnerships-administrator-iii-temporary-updated
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in interim administrator jobs.
- Three or more years of administrative or operations management experience in a relevant sector
- Demonstrated ability to step into a role with minimal onboarding or transition time
- Proficiency with office productivity suites and enterprise resource planning systems
- Experience managing budgets, vendor contracts, or financial reporting processes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-departmental coordination
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field
Tips for Your Interim Administrator Job Search
Tailor your resume for contract work
Interim roles reward candidates who show rapid onboarding and measurable results within short tenures. Lead each position with the duration, the gap you filled, and what you stabilized or improved before you left. Vague descriptions of ongoing duties won't land interviews here.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists interim administrator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target gaps, not just open positions
Many interim administrator postings appear because a permanent hire fell through or a sudden departure created a void. Filter for roles posted within the last two weeks and prioritize organizations undergoing leadership transitions, mergers, or accreditation reviews, where your ability to step in fast matters most.
Highlight certifications relevant to the sector
Healthcare interim roles often favor candidates with CAP or CHAM credentials. Education or nonprofit postings may weigh HR or project management certifications more heavily. Match your credentials section to the sector you're targeting, not just the generic title.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interim administrator interviews lean heavily on past situations: how you inherited a backlog, stabilized a team after turnover, or managed compliance gaps under time pressure. Prepare three to five detailed examples from your contract history that show decisive action and clear outcomes.
Negotiate start date and transition support upfront
Interim offers move fast. Before accepting, clarify your expected start date, whether a departing administrator will brief you, and what access to systems and documentation you'll have on day one. Waiting until after you sign to ask these questions puts you at a disadvantage.
Interim Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most interim administrators?
Diversicare Healthcare Services, Care Initiatives, and Foremost at Sharon are hiring the most interim administrators right now, with openings concentrated in Kansas, California, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, universities, and nonprofit organizations consistently represent the largest share of active postings.
How do you become an interim administrator?
Start by building several years of experience in administrative, operations, or program management roles within a specific sector such as healthcare, education, or nonprofits. Develop a portfolio of projects where you managed transitions, covered leadership gaps, or stabilized departments. Certifications in project management or your target sector strengthen your candidacy. Most interim administrators move into contract work after demonstrating consistent results in permanent roles.
How do you get hired as an interim administrator with little or no experience?
Focus on administrative coordinator or office manager roles first to build hands-on operations experience. Volunteer to cover for supervisors during leaves or transitions, and document the outcomes. Temp-to-hire contracts through staffing agencies that specialize in administrative placements can accelerate your path. Sector-specific training, such as medical office management coursework for healthcare, also signals readiness to hiring managers who value specialized knowledge over long tenures.
What does the interim administrator interview process look like?
Most interim administrator processes move faster than permanent hires, often completing in two or three rounds. Expect an initial screening call to confirm your availability and sector background, followed by a skills or scenario interview with the hiring manager or department head, and sometimes a brief meeting with key stakeholders you'd work alongside. Organizations filling urgent gaps may skip a round entirely and move to an offer after a single substantive interview.
Where can I find and apply to interim administrator jobs?
You can find and apply to interim administrator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and availability, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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