Renton Technical College is seeking an Associate Dean of Equity & Student Engagement. The Associate Dean is responsible for providing strategic vision and leadership for student engagement, programming, and retention services. This includes the supervision, development, direction and management of strategic engagement initiatives, as well as administrative oversight of the Office of Student Leadership & Programs, the Unity Center, and TRIO Student Support Services (SSS).
The Associate Dean will maintain a student-centered and equity focused approach to the engagement, learning, and retention of a diverse student population, in alignment with the College's Be the Place Strategic Equity Plan. This position will develop collaborative partnerships to advance equity-centered student engagement initiatives, anti-racism programming, and culturally responsive support services that foster student success and belonging.
This is a full-time, and exempt position reporting to the Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The salary range for this position is $120,527.58 - 125,527.58 annually. The priority application date is August 9, 2026.
Renton Technical College, located southeast of Seattle, has provided quality education in a variety of occupations for over 75 years. Our professional-technical certificate and degree programs offer entry and mid-level training in the areas of allied health, trades, and industry, culinary, business, technology, and automotive. Our outstanding college & career pathways program with classes in adult basic education, English as a second language, and GED preparation is available to those who need additional preparation before entering a training program and for those who simply wish to improve their math and English skills. Career Education and apprenticeships degrees round out our offerings.
Strategic Leadership & Departmental Oversight
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Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for departments and initiatives that support student engagement, leadership development, retention, belonging, and equity-centered student success within the Office of Student Leadership & Programs, Unity Center, and TRIO Student Support Services.
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Develop strategic partnerships with faculty, instructional leadership, and academic departments to integrate co-curricular learning, student engagement, and equity-centered practices into the student experience.
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Implement, and assess strategic priorities, goals, and initiatives in collaboration with campus partners to advance institutional student success outcomes.
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Assist college administrators with strategic planning efforts and other institutional initiatives as assigned.
Equity, Inclusion & Antiracism Initiatives
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Lead the development, implementation, and assessment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism programming for students in alignment with Washington State RCW 28B.10.149 and the College's Be the Place Strategic Equity Plan.
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Collaborate with faculty, staff, student leaders, and campus partners to develop and implement culturally responsive and antiracist educational programming and training that advances student success and belonging.
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Serve as the college’s Tribal Relations liaison to strengthen relationships with local Tribes, including partnership development and coordination of cross campus efforts that bridge student engagement, instruction, and community based initiatives.
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Provide leadership and cross-campus collaboration on initiatives that advance diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and culturally responsive campus services.
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Utilize institutional data, student learning outcomes, and campus climate assessment findings to inform strategic decision-making, continuous improvement, and equity-centered student success initiatives
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Promote equitable and inclusive practices that support the success of a diverse student population.
Student Engagement, Leadership & Learning
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Provide strategic oversight of student engagement, leadership development, and co-curricular programming, including assessment, student learning outcomes, marketing, budgeting, and continuous improvement.
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Oversee the effective operation of the Associated Student Government (ASG), student clubs and organizations, and student representation on college committees, governance councils, and tenure committees.
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Partner with instructional divisions to create high-impact practices that integrate curricular and co-curricular learning, fostering student belonging, academic engagement, and persistence.
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Support the development of meaningful co-curricular experiences that foster student leadership, civic engagement, belonging, and personal growth.
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Serve in a leadership role on the annual commencement committee to coordinate planning and implementation of commencement activities.
Fiscal Stewardship & Resource Management
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Coordinate the development, management, and oversight of departmental budgets for all areas reporting to the Associate Dean of Equity & Student Engagement.
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Provide oversight and stewardship of Services and Activities (S&A) Fee funds, including supporting the Office of Student Leadership & Programs in facilitating the annual S&A budget process in collaboration with Associated Student Government.
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Ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and institutional requirements governing student fee expenditures.
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Monitor resource allocation and fiscal practices to support Division goals and student success outcomes.
Institutional Collaboration, Governance & Representation
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Participate actively in the college's governance structure and shared decision-making processes.
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Foster collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, students, administrators, and community partners to advance institutional priorities.
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Represent the college at professional associations, community organizations, conferences, and college system meetings.
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Ensure all areas of responsibility operate in compliance with college policies, procedures, and applicable governing regulations.
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Support the college's mission by creating a learning and work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking. Foster a climate of multicultural understanding.
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Communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing, with college employees, departments and outside agencies.
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Perform other related projects and assignments as assigned.
In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Renton Technical College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
The person hired is required to provide authorization for employment in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent to background checks, including employment and required degree/credential verification. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform successfully in the position. Finalists are required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure form as required under RCW 288.112.080. Post offer, pre-employment criminal background checks are also required.
For questions regarding this position contact [email protected].
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EEO STATEMENT: Renton Technical College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veterans or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal, as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Re-authorization Act and Washington State Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. The following college official has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX / EEO Coordinator, Lesley Hogan, Vice President of Human Resources 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, WA 98056 (425)235-7873, [email protected].
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We acknowledge that RTC sits uninvited on the ancestral land of the Puget Salish people, including the Duwamish, Suquamish, Snoqualmie, Tulalip, and Muckleshoot Nations. We are grateful to the original inhabitants of this land, upon which we gather and dialogue. We also acknowledge our increasingly virtual world, in which RTC’s work is done across multiple indigenous lands, in some cases, away from Puget Salish territories. We thank the original caretakers of our local lands and waters, who are still here.
Beyond acknowledgment, we each have an obligation to learn about and support our local tribes. Find out how on our resources page, which includes scholarships for Indigenous students.
