About the Program Director

The Ed.D. program at Sacramento State leverages multidisciplinary expertise to develop doctoral students who connect theory to practice across our three program areas — leadership, policy, and research methods — while rigorously engaging equity as a cross-cutting analytical lens. We develop leaders who use inquiry, critical policy analysis, and evidence-based decision-making to transform educational institutions to better serve students. This innovative evening and weekend program allows around 60 students across three cohorts to complete their degree in nine semesters over three years, with specialization available in a TK-12 or community college.

The Director appointment is a full-time, 12-month position in the College of Education, combining a continuing tenured or tenure-track faculty appointment in the Independent Doctorate in Educational Leadership (EDD), a Special Program Area Group within Graduate and Professional Studies in Education, with appointment as Director of the Ed.D. program. The Director serves an initial three-year term. Prior to the end of each term, the Ed.D. faculty reviews the Director's service and votes on a recommendation regarding renewal, which is forwarded through the Dean of the College of Education to the President, who makes the appointment decision in accordance with University policy and the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The underlying faculty appointment continues and is not contingent on service as Director. The Director reports to the Dean of the College of Education.

The anticipated starting date is July 1, 2027, but a different starting date is negotiable, provided it is no later than August 1, 2027.

The rank will be at the Associate Professor or Full Professor level commensurate with qualifications and experience. Tenure will be considered for applicants with applicable experience.