Dean of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

Wor-Wic Community College is accepting applications for a full-time dean of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). This position reports directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, leading and managing the STEM division of the college; providing divisional leadership supporting the mission, vision and strategic goals of the college, including the development, implementation, evaluation and management of assigned instructional programs, services, budget and division employees; providing leadership in curriculum, academic assessment, strategic planning and budgeting; and employing enrollment management and retention strategies that foster collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to communicate and coordinate initiatives supporting college and instructional goals. Essential Duties: The following list is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position.

• Manages and leads the STEM programs, having overall responsibility for curriculum and course planning, development and assessment of programs, programmatic accreditation and supervision of assigned directors, department heads and staff
• Provides leadership, encouragement and supervision to the STEM department heads to ensure the development and implementation of institutional and divisional initiatives and policies
• Coordinates class scheduling, curriculum and catalog revisions with the STEM departments; evaluates enrollment patterns, cost/benefit information, employment statistics and other data to identify class schedule opportunities and program development; and responds to student needs
• Provides oversight of articulation agreements and internships to ensure appropriate educational and career pathways for programs within the division
• Determines priorities for budgetary expenditures; develops, plans and manages the budget to ensure the acquisition of necessary equipment and supplies for classroom, laboratories and other instructional settings; and monitors budgets and electronically approves purchase requests
• Prepares and administers the Perkins grant in cooperation with the health professions
• Provides support to issues related to faculty, staff and students and provides input, support, guidance and administration of other external grants
• Participates on internal and external committees and organizes and/or chairs as requested/required
• Provides student academic advising services and champions student success strategies to improve retention and program completion
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree
• Six years of college teaching in a STEM field with a minimum of two years in a supervisory role in one of the STEM disciplines
• Progressive academic administrative experience, including proven success in program planning, strategic planning, faculty evaluation, budget development, assessment and change
• Experience building collaborative community and workforce education partnerships
• Strong purchase order, grant administration, budget management, computer and application skills
• Ability to think strategically and develop relevant and realistic plans, programs and goals for the college
• Ability to recognize college-wide priorities and work cooperatively and collaboratively to support their accomplishment
• Financial management and negotiation skills
• Ability to market programs and ideas, to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, to establish positive public relations, and to work collaboratively with people to set and achieve common goals
• Valid driver's license
• Preference will be given to applicants with a doctorate degree and community college experience

Supplemental Information: This is a full-time exempt position with excellent fringe benefits. Days and Hours of work are Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1 hour lunch). The starting salary will likely range from $107,500 to $131,750 per year, based on qualifications and experience.

The right candidate will represent our commitment to innovation, community, integrity, learning, excellence, accessibility and diversity; collaborate and cooperate with others to accomplish the goals of the college; and support new and creative ideas to enhance institutional effectiveness.

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Please do not use "See Resume" or similar language in the job application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The college reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine and/or eliminate positions at any time.

Applications received by April 30 will be given first consideration; the position will remain open until filled.

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Salary/Compensation: $107,500 - $131,750 per year

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