Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.
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Posted: February 4, 2026
Level: Manager 2
Employment Type: Management / Confidential
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date:
Work Location: CT State Middlesex, 100 Training Hill Road, Middletown, CT 06457
Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote
Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials
by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, March 11, 2026
The Associate Dean of Campus Operations oversees the day-to-day campus environment and provides leadership, general direction, and administration of the campus's facilities, maintenance and custodial services, financial support services, information technology services, emergency preparedness, and auxiliary services (e.g., campus security, campus bookstore, food services). He/she assists the President/CEO in managing the overall budget and serves as a liaison with appropriate local, State, and College officials.
Under the direction of the Campus President, or other Administrator, the Associate Dean of Campus Operations is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the campus through effective performance in these essential duties:
Key responsibilities include:
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Budget and Fiscal Management
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accountable for assisting with managing the campus budget and collaborating with the College to ensure efficient and effective performance of the campus.
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Facilities and Capital Planning and Management
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accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the campus buildings, equipment, and grounds, and developing plans and capital budgets for the campus's future facilities' needs.
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Campus Operations
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accountable for the safe and reliable operation of the campus's facilities, equipment, and utilities.
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Emergency Preparedness and Security
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accountable for campus safety and security and campus-wide emergency preparedness.
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Business and Auxiliary Operations
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accountable for managing the services associated with business and auxiliary operations.
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Consulting and Advisement
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accountable for consulting and advising with the President/CEO and serving as a liaison within the College.
Additional responsibilities include:
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Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
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Service on assigned committees and task forces
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Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.
This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.
Master's degree in an appropriate field with five (5) or more years of experience in higher education or academic administration, which includes three (3) years of experience in the supervision of the work of others or a combination of education, training, and experience that would lead to the competencies required for
successful performance of the position's essential duties.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Budget and fiscal management
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Facilities and Capital Planning and Management
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Campus Operations and Security
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Higher education administration
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Supervision and training
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Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
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Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
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Two (2) years of experience in budget preparation, financial management, or operations, including budget responsibility
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Experience in applying relevant state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations
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Experience working with the state agencies managing building construction, renovation and environmental considerations
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Experience creating and implementing emergency preparedness policies and procedures
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Experience working with communities underrepresented and/or historically underserved in higher education
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Salary range; $101,935-$127,418 approximate annual
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Salary is based on qualifications, education, job-related experience, and internal equity
CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Generous leave policies
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Multiple retirement plan options
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Comprehensive health insurance choices
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Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
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Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.
To apply, submit:
The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.
Important Notes:
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Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered
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Links to external resume sites are not accepted
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Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
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CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas
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Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States
After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.
The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.
Employment offers are contingent upon:
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Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
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Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks
CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.
Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.
CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.
For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or [email protected].
CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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