LC State invites applications for the Dean of Career & Technical Education.
Salary and rank based on experience and qualifications: $100,000 - $110,000
Degree Required: Master's degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Consideration may be given to individuals currently enrolled in and completing a Master's program with a confirmed completion date.
Required Qualifications:
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Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative or leadership experience in postsecondary education, community college, or technical education.
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Demonstrated knowledge of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act and postsecondary CTE accountability frameworks.
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Proven ability to develop, implement, and assess CTE curriculum and programs.
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Experience in budget development, fiscal management, and resource allocation.
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Strong record of building partnerships with employers, industry, and community organizations.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present to diverse stakeholders.
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Demonstrated commitment to student access and success.
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Must meet qualifications to obtain Idaho State Career Technical Administrator's Certificate (https://cte.idaho.gov/educators-5/become-a-cte-educator/)
Preferred Qualifications:
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Doctoral degree (EdD or PhD) in Education, CTE, or a related field.
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Teaching or instructional experience in a postsecondary CTE program.
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Experience administering Perkins V grants or other federal workforce education grants.
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Familiarity with Idaho's postsecondary CTE landscape, regional workforce needs, and the Idaho Division of Career Technical Education.
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Experience with NC3 certification programs, dual enrollment, or secondary-to-postsecondary articulation.
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Record of successful enrollment growth and program development in a CTE or technical education context.
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Experience working in a rural or regional higher education environment.
Responsibilities:
Academic Leadership & Curriculum:
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Provide leadership and day-to-day administration for all programs within the School of Career & Technical Education, including Technical & Industrial programs and embedded academic programming across each academic division. Oversee Adult Learning and Workforce Training. Collaborate with the Health Professions Dean on financial oversight of the Allied Health Division.
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Oversee curriculum development, program review, and continuous improvement processes in alignment with LC State academic policy, NWCCU accreditation standards, and Idaho State Board of Education requirements.
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Supervise the assessment of student learning outcomes and program effectiveness; develop and implement improvement plans based on data.
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Ensure currency of course articulation agreements with regional high schools, community colleges, universities, and industry partners.
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Manage technical advisory committees for each CTE program, facilitating the incorporation of industry recommendations into curriculum and training.
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Collaborate with NC3 and other national partners to advance industry-recognized certifications embedded in CTE coursework.
Personnel & Faculty Development:
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Recruit, hire, supervise, mentor, and evaluate CTE faculty and staff, including full-time, adjunct, and classified employees, in accordance with college policy.
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Develop faculty teaching assignments and workload allocations.
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Promote a culture of instructional excellence, professional development, and continuous learning among CTE faculty and staff.
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Address and resolve personnel matters in coordination with Human Resources and the Provost's Office.
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Support faculty participation in governance processes, including senate, curriculum committee, and other faculty-led committees.
Budget, Grants & Resource Management:
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In conjunction with the Budget Office, develop and manage the CTE annual operating budget with transparency and faculty/staff input; present budget recommendations to the Provost/President.
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Serve as the institutional lead for the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act (Perkins V) grant, ensuring compliance with Idaho's state plan, accountability measures, and reporting requirements.
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Identify, pursue, and administer additional grant and funding opportunities (federal, state, and private) to support program expansion, equipment upgrades, and student scholarships.
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Prepare periodic cost analyses for each program, ensuring fiscal sustainability.
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Oversee the Schweitzer Career & Technical Education Center facility operations in coordination with campus facilities and community partners.
Student Success & Enrollment
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Champion student recruitment, retention, and completion strategies specific to CTE learners, including coordination of events such as the NC3 National Letter of Intent Signing Day.
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Collaborate with Admissions, Financial Aid, and Advising to develop clear enrollment pathways, stackable credentials, and articulation bridges from high school CTE into LC State programs.
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Ensure faculty provide adequate academic advising and student support services for CTE students.
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Track and analyze enrollment, retention, graduation, and employment placement data; use data to drive programmatic decisions.
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Additional duties include direct and indirect activities to support recruitment and retention of students.
Workforce & Community Partnerships
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Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships with regional employers, industry associations, economic development organizations, and sector-specific advisory boards.
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Represent LC State in local, regional, and statewide professional organizations and workforce development coalitions, including the Idaho Division of Career Technical Education (IDCTE), under the direction of the Provost.
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Collaborate with the Idaho Department of Labor, IDCTE, and Idaho's other technical and community colleges to align CTE offerings with the state's workforce needs.
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Maintain active relationships with neighboring school districts to support secondary-to-postsecondary CTE pipelines and dual enrollment opportunities.
Strategic Planning & Institutional Collaboration
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Contribute to the development and execution of LC State's strategic plan; align CTE goals with institutional priorities.
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Participate in senior academic leadership meetings, President's Cabinet, and institutional accreditation processes.
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Report on CTE program performance and strategic progress to the Provost, President, and State Board of Education as required.
Application Procedure: Please upload all of the following documents or your application may not be considered for review.
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Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
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Resume/Curriculum Vitae
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Contact Information or Letters for three (3) Professional References
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Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts requested upon hire)
This position is open until filled; however, applications received on or before June 12, 2026, will receive first consideration. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check and may also be subject to an education verification. LC State is an EEO/VETS employer.
