Academic Dean

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership in curriculum development, academic policies, and faculty development
• Ensure academic programs meet accreditation, state, and federal requirements
• Promote excellence in teaching, research, and student learning outcomes
• Collaborate with leadership and program directors to implement new and update existing curriculum based on program objectives, industry trends and student needs
• Implement training programs and workshops of faculty/staff for professional development
• Oversee student advising, retention, and academic support services
• Address academic concerns, grievances, and appeals
• Support initiatives to enhance student engagement, career readiness, and experiential learning
• Develop and maintain learning resources that comply with regulatory standards and meet students needs
• Implement mechanisms to meet and exceed all academic outcomes for students and campus
• Lead the campus student retention efforts and provide support for program directors and faculty with retention activities, strategy, and initiatives
• Contribute to institutional strategic planning and accreditation efforts
• Manage budgetary and financial planning for the academic division
• Foster relationships with external partners, including businesses, advisory boards, community organizations, and accrediting bodies
• Ensure adherence to accreditation and regulatory standards
• Lead program assessment and continuous improvement efforts
• Maintain academic records and oversee institutional reporting requirements
• Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics
• Recognize and reward employee contributions and achievements

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an Academic Area, Education, or closely related field (required)
• (Candidates without a master's must obtain one within two years of hire)
• Doctorate degree in an Academic Area, Education, or closely related field (preferred)
• Eight (8) years leadership experience in education and four (4) years experience teaching or acting in an administrative role within a post-secondary environment (preferred)
• Prior experience an an Academic Dean (preferred)

Skills

• Proficiency in budget management and strategic planning
• Knowledge of accreditation standards (e.g., ACCSC) and higher education policies
• Proficiency with online education and emerging instructional technologies
• Proficiency leading interdisciplinary initiatives and multiple higher education programs

Benefits

• Salary: $110,000 - $120,000 per year, depending on experience
• Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
• Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible)
• Retailment Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
• Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
• Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA Health Plan
• Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

Pay

Salary: $110,000 - $120,000 per year, depending on experience

Schedule

Local (up to 5%) Overnight Travel (up to 5%)