Academic Dean, Public Safety, Education, & Transportation

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Minimum Hiring Annual Salary :

$113,362.00

Included with Aims Full-time Employment is a generous package of Benefits, most are listed below :

• Benefits are effective immediately
• 100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)
• 85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and / or family
• Voluntary vision insurance
• Administrator Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 24 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)
• 17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year
• Summer schedule : 4-day work week - Fridays Off
• Employer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums
• Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees
• Tuition waiver for dependents
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Free parking on all campuses

Job Description :

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.

Reporting to the Chief Academic Officer, the Academic Dean is responsible for providing effective planning and vision, comprehensive leadership, program review, budget oversight, data analysis, and institutional coordination, supervision and oversight of all affairs and activities for Automotive Collision / Service Technology, Aviation (general pilot, unmanned aerial systems, air traffic control, aircraft mechanics), Early Childhood Education / Education, Criminal Justice, Police Academy, EMT, Paramedic, and Fire Science programs, and supervision of the Director of Academic Operations. The Academic Dean is also responsible for leadership of strategic plan tactics, academic master plan initiatives, accreditation efforts, as well as policy and procedure reformation. The position has responsibility for marketing, management, and assisting in curriculum design of educational programs that serve employers' and employees' needs. The Academic Dean works closely with automotive, public safety, education and aviation industry partners to determine program development needs, and to design innovative curricula that enhance employees' skills and knowledge. The Academic Dean works closely with program Chairs and Directors to ensure compliance with professional accreditation requirements and state regulators, to recruit students and faculty, oversee the programs' operational budgets, and to manage the operational logistics of major grants and contracts. This position serves as liaison with outside agencies, community organizations, and other constituencies within the college. Represent the College in the region through participation in community, educational, business / industry, and civic organizations / activities.

The Academic Dean must be an excellent thinker, planner, collaborator, and organizer. This position calls for a person who can develop, build, and maintain strong relations and provide leadership for the faculty in the programs, participate as a member of the Colleges' instructional leadership team, and represent the College in the community. Must possess knowledge of budget planning / management, statistical research and program evaluation, and accreditation processes such as the Higher Learning Commission and / or specialized accreditation.

The Academic Dean must have the ability to work independently; exercise discretion and sound judgment in decision-making; respond to critical matters effectively; and represent the College in a professional manner. Must be committed to student success, a collaborative work environment, and high-quality service to constituencies. Occasional travel is required.

Leadership, Analysis, & Budgeting :

Community Outreach :

Management & Advocacy :

Planning :

Personnel Management :

Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

Master's Degree in a discipline in the Division, Higher Education or Education Administration; plus, three (3) years of teaching experience and administrator experience in higher education, or an equivalent combination of education and / or experience. Of the required three (3) years of work experience, one (1) year must be supervisory experience.

Ability to work in a high-pressure, high-performance environment.

Experience with specialized accredited programs and programs with external regulators.

Proven leadership skills, and the ability to design and implement effective programs in the areas of study in the division.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, and an ability to provide vision for projects while attending to daily operational details.

A collaborative leadership style.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive, professional, interpersonal relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administrators in all areas of the college and community.

Completion of background investigation and the results of such are satisfactory to College and program requirements.

Experience working with a variety of boards, agencies, politics, and personalities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (must be demonstrated in applicant materials) :

Use of business intelligence to drive performance, efficiency, and agility.

Ability to orchestrate distributed leadership and leverage talent within and outside of the College to achieve mission and goals.

Practiced in interest-based versus position-based negotiation / communication.

Experience working with a variety of boards, agencies, politics, and personalities.

Ability to communicate expectations and goals clearly.

Experience leading, supervising and managing high performing, dynamic teams.

Facilitate organizational development and change with effective collaboration of participants.

Continuously monitor changes in regulations, policies and technology related to the area of management.

Knowledge of data analytics and application of information to assist in data-informed decision-making.

Creative mindset and forward thinking, staying current in community college best practices and strategies for transformation.

Excellent professional and respectful verbal, non-verbal and written / email communications.

Successful experience working in diverse and multicultural communities; supporting student equity and inclusion.

Successful experience with participatory leadership governance.

Superb interpersonal skills, ability to listen, collaborate and inspire others to come together in order to achieve common goals.

Offer feedback in a timely manner that promotes growth and maintains dignity.

Commitment to / experience with creating, designing, supporting innovation, transformation and emerging / disruptive technologies.

Successful working as part of a team in addition to being individually motivated.

Character (must be demonstrated in applicant materials) :

Real world thinker with a broad, innovative perspective

Thoughtful risk-taker / problem solver.

Collaborative, creative problem-solver.

Seeks out feedback and practices self-reflection that promotes continual growth.

Demonstrates passion for student success and the community college mission.

Embraces, practices, and encourages principles of inclusive leadership that encourages a sense of belonging, and equity, and empowerment for all employees and students.

Practices authenticity while maintaining professional decorum and respect for others.

Commitment to creating and practicing a culture of transparency, integrity, collaboration, communication, and ethical behavior.

Committed to employing transparent practices of leadership resulting in a positive cultural tone, accountability, and trust throughout all levels of the college.

Required Documents : Cover letter

Resume

Preferred Qualifications :

Master's or PhD in a discipline in the Division, or in Higher Education, Educational Administration, or similar discipline.

Past executive experience in higher education.

Full-time teaching experience in higher education.

All Applicants :

For information on our hiring practices, please visit our resource page : https : / / www.aims.edu / departments / human-resources / hiring-process .

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within three (3 ) business days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.

Screening / Selection :

Please provide a thorough and complete application.

Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than nine (9) months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

All positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and / or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.