The Dean serves as the principal academic and administrative leader of the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, & Applied Science working to achieve the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives. As such, the Dean must be a subject matter expert in at least one program housed within the school and shall gain a working understanding of all programs within the school. The Dean has the ultimate responsibility for planning, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, curriculum, instruction, program and instructional quality, student academic success and other academic matters. Dean has the ultimate responsibility for planning, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, curriculum, instruction, program and instructional quality, student academic success and other academic matters. This position actively represents and promotes the School and the College to students, industry partners, parents, professional organizations, secondary and post-secondary articulation partners, and other relevant stakeholders. The Dean may deliver assigned classes in accordance with college loading policy and course objectives as needed. This position proactively identifies opportunities and challenges for the school, particularly in the context of linkages to economic sectors, current and future workforce needs, instructional resources, the College's Strategic Plan, and the College's Development Office. This position performs all the essential functions as identified below.
LEADERSHIP
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Work with the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Workforce Vice President and their teams to support the College's mission, strategic planning and College development initiatives.
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It is critical to work collaboratively with the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, who oversees Ivy+ Career Link, and their staff to solve workforce problems related to the school.
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Recommend instructional and general policies, conduct meetings to facilitate planning and collegial decision-making and to keep staff informed about issues and projects for the overall College instructional program.
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Maintain current knowledge of trends and innovations in post-secondary education.
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Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus.
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Provide leadership for program improvement and development; review and recommend changes to maintain relevance of academic programs; and to meet student, industry, workforce, and community needs.
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Promote excellence-in-learning-centered teaching and promote faculty engagement in scholarly activities.
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Link the College's Strategic Plan with School strategies, objectives, and initiatives.
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Ensure School’s compliance with applicable policies, accreditation standards, and legal requirements.
INSTRUCTION
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Deliver assigned classes in accordance with college loading policy and course objectives.
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Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and other course materials.
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Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required.
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Maintain a safe, quality classroom/ lab, including equipment, supplies, inventory and maintenance.
CURRICULUM AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
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Work with individual program and department chairs and other faculty to plan for curriculum development, modifications, and deletions; set priorities for resource needs; and provide program analysis.
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Ensure linkage of programs and curricula to needs of applicable economic sector(s) and current and future workforce needs.
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Facilitate maintenance of relevant curriculum appropriate to the college mission. Work with faculty to identify and implement Student Learning Outcomes.
ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT
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Coordinate Student Affairs and Marketing & Communications activities for student recruitment, advising, registration, retention, graduation and other promotional activities.
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Develop secondary and post-secondary linkages, including working collaboratively with the Executive Director for K-14 Initiatives to facilitate high school-based dual credit initiatives.
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Facilitate the development of course schedules conducive to student enrollment.
Participate in career services and alumni activities.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
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Develop and manage the school budget consistently with college policy and sound financial management principles.
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Facilitate data-driven analysis of information regarding curriculum related matters.
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Facilitate program review processes in a timely manner.
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Identify and prioritize School needs, secure available funding, and strategically allocate and re-allocate resources.
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Confer with faculty regarding ideas for program improvement to find resources for development through grants, College development initiatives, and special projects.
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Work with the Campus Development Office to identify specific fundraising opportunities that support the priorities and needs of the school.
STAFFING
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Interview and participate in selecting employees; orient, train, supervise, develop, evaluate, mentor, counsel, discipline, and recommend termination of personnel according to established policies and procedures.
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Facilitate assignment of faculty to classes, monitor schedules and workload for accuracy throughout the semester.
ADVISING AND STUDENT SUCCESS
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Work with faculty and staff to assess and continuously monitor student progress for success.
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Ensure compliance with College policy to resolve student issues and assist faculty and staff to refer issues (student behavior, grade changes, etc.) to appropriate departments.
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Provide student advising support as applicable.
INSTITUTIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
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Participate in department, campus, and college-wide committees.
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Serve discipline by providing leadership and participation in appropriate professional associations and organizations.
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Attend and actively participate in commencement ceremonies and other required College events, which may occur outside of normal business hours, as an essential function of the position.
Compensation $95,000-$100,000 annually based on education and experience.
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Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree required; with evidence of professional and community service, and college service outside of teaching and administrative assignments. Must be credentialed to teach within the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science.
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Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate, minimum of 5 years related teaching experience with at least 2 years full-time equivalency teaching in higher education, and 2 years of academic administrative experience at the Department Chair level or above preferred.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
