Academic Dean, Business & Technology

About the role

The Academic Dean for Business & Technology oversees instructional programs in the academic division, including Accounting, Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Business, Computer Information Systems, Construction, Engineering Technology (CAD), Graphic Design and Rich Media, Industrial Technology, Marketing/Management, Oil and Gas Technologies, CIS/CSC, Communication Media, and Welding. This role also coordinates and collaborates with other departments and divisions at the College to support applicable non-credit courses and programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal administrator of instructional programs in the academic division, Business & Technology.
• Create and administer budgets in accordance with the College's strategic plan and policies; conduct trend and data analysis; prepare capital, Perkins, operating, personnel, and grant requests; generate budget reports and respond to requests for information.
• Facilitate/initiate respectful and effective communications internally and externally; provide staff with information and interpretation of College policies and procedures; schedule and preside at Division meetings/committees; create and distribute written communications internally and externally in a timely manner; serve as an essential link to administration in communicating needs of departments, faculty, staff, and advisory committees.
• Lead in the development of programs, courses, and related classroom, laboratory, and work-based learning experiences in accordance with professional guidelines and College procedures.
• Aid in the preparation and editing of handbooks, the College catalog, and other informational literature.
• Lead Program Review process for the Division.
• Aid in the development and implementation of processes and procedures designed to assess student learning at the course, program, and college level.
• Evaluate, research, and initiate new programs.
• Provide strategic leadership and management for a multifaceted, multi-subject division.
• Plan, develop, and direct division activities.
• Cookordination program, department, and division reviews, as well as accreditation and evaluation processes.
• Delegate and monitor administrative responsibilities of chairs and other employees as appropriate.
• Cookordinate administrative duties with the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) and college constituencies.
• Implement systems to maintain and centralize academic administration and division records, forms, and procedures.
• Aid in the review of operational contracts.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures to the CAO or President.
• Oversee all processes related to the semester and yearly course schedule.
• Communicate and interact with officials and agencies at the state and local levels.
• Serve on community workforce teams and committees on behalf of the college.
• Represent the college at state-level committees, councils, and with other higher education institutions.
• Create strategic and operational plans for programs within academics and the division to provide safe, efficient, and effective programming and services.
• Develop and implement long-range goals for academic administration, the division, and programs.
• Facilitate and support the development and delivery of alternative curriculum options.
• Plan for faculty professional development; investigate and support grant opportunities; develop and review Academic Plan.
• Complete reports.
• Maintain credentials and knowledge of educational technology and the College's infrastructure related to technology and the position.
• Work with Department Chairs and Program Directors to oversee course scheduling, catalog presentation, and marketing/recruiting materials for programs in conjunction with the Marketing and Communication Office.
• Actively encourage faculty members across all departments to use emerging learning-centered processes and support their professional development.
• Supervise full-time and part-time faculty and staff.
• Hire and supervise staff.
• Anticipate and plan for personnel needs.
• Evaluate support staff.
• Oversee preparation and review of contracts.
• Chair hiring committees.
• Review and approve staff appointments.
• Serve as the point of contact for student/faculty disputes and grade change requests.
• Resolve employee and student conflicts or direct them to the appropriate office on campus.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in a discipline in the Division, or in Higher Education, Educational Administration, or a similar discipline; plus, three (3) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education, including experience in academic administration, academic program leadership, department chair leadership, or a closely related role, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience from the required three (3) years of work experience.
• Completion of a background investigation with results satisfactory to the College and program requirements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic, forward-looking leadership for academic programs, engaging in futures thinking, environmental scanning, and academic planning.
• Proven ability to anticipate and respond to emerging workforce needs, technological changes, regional economic trends, and opportunities for program innovation.
• Effective alignment of divisional priorities with institutional strategic plan objectives, academic plan initiatives, accreditation expectations, and student success goals.
• Extensive experience designing, implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving academic programs relevant to the division.
• Commitment to supporting program growth, sustainability, innovation, and relevance through data-informed decision-making and the creation of innovative curricula and academic pathways that meet student, employer, and community needs.
• Knowledgeable in budget planning and management, program evaluation, accreditation processes, regulatory compliance, and data-informed decision-making.
• Experienced in managing specialized accredited programs and ensuring compliance with state, federal, and professional standards, alongside operational complexity, including budgets, personnel, grants, contracts, scheduling, assessment, and student success initiatives.
• Proficient in using data, business intelligence, labor market information, and community college best practices to inform planning, program development, and resource allocation.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to integrate and apply ideas across disciplines and institutional priorities.
• Experience in leading high-performing teams and supporting distributed leadership by leveraging the strengths of faculty, staff, and community stakeholders.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to convey expectations and feedback effectively and respectfully.
• Proven track record of establishing and maintaining positive professional relationships with students, faculty, staff, administrators, industry partners, and community members.

Skills

• Strategic and Future-Focused Leadership
• Academic Program Leadership and Innovation
• Operational, Budget, and Compliance Oversight
• Data-Informed Decision Making
• Collaborative and Participatory Leadership
• Communication and Relationship Building

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Medical & Dental Coverage
• Vision Insurance
• Administrator Annual Leave & Sick Days
• Summer Schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off
• Tuition Waiver & Reimbursement
• PerERA Employer
• Additional Supplemental Benefits & Retirement Programs

Pay

Minimum Hiring Annual Salary $113,362.00

Schedule

Summer schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off