District Dean of Business and Social Science
District Dean of Business and Social Science
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Position Summary
Please note:The salary range for this position is$115651.00 to $143089.00 annually;new hires typically start at $120470.00. This position eligible for occasional telework.
Themissionof Pierce College is to create quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world. The Pierce College District is committed to being an antiracist institution; to truly be antiracist we must work deliberately to eliminate barriers that have prevented the most promising and capable students from entering and thriving in college.Wework to ensure that every student in the Pierce College District feels valued respected and inspired to achieve their goals. We provide a brave space for Black Indigenous Persons of Color (BIPOC) LGBTQ/QTPOC students students with disabilities and all students and staff to seek refuge and an opportunity for them to cultivate their strengths intelligence resilience and creativity.As a leader at Pierce College an innovative and equityfocused community college dedication to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals the Instructional Dean is responsible for the planning development implementation and assessment of the Business and Social Science Divisions instructional programs in order to achieve student success outcomes in support of Pierce Colleges mission vision and values. The district Dean provides leadership oversight support and evaluation for faculty and staff within assigned disciplines and programs including managing the development and assessment of curricula and programs. Responsibilities include engaging broad data sets in a highly collaborative environment to advance strategic thinking and innovation in academic planning budgeting and intentional action. The Dean is an advocate for the district within internal and external groups. The Instructional Dean engages faculty in shared governance and encourages innovation and professional development in both academic and administrative areas of Pierce College.
This position reports to the Vice President of Learning and Student Success. This position requires regular and consistent attendance and may be eligible for up to 2 days of remote work once established in the position.
About the DistrictPierce College is a highperforming missiondriven datainformed studentfocused district committed to equity diversity and inclusion. For 55 years Pierce College has developed a national reputation for academic excellence and support services to ensure student success. The district is proud of the many awards and recognitions it has received. Pierce College is an Achieving the DreamLeader College of Distinction and was the 2017 recipient of their prestigious Leah Meyer Austin Award given for measurable improvements in student outcomes.
Named as a Top 5 Finalist and a Rising Star for the 2019 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence Pierce College Fort Steilacoom was recognized for exceptional achievements in student learning certificate and degree completion while in community college and after transferring to a fouryear institution employment and earnings rates after graduation and access for and success of minority and lowincome students. Pierce College District was named as a Top 10 finalist for the 2021 Aspen Prize and a Top 25 for 2023.
Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom
Located on a beautiful 140acre site adjacent to a 340acre community recreational park and Waughop Lake.
Want a feel for our District take a peek withaerial campus views!
Pierce College at Puyallup
Located on an expansive site with 125acres of wooded land including modern facilities and beautiful hideaways.
Pierce College at JBLM
Located at the Joint Base LewisMcChord military sites serving many of our military and active duty families serving our country.
Our colleges enjoy a strong presence in the communities in which they serve and participate in numerous partnerships with business community government and educational organizations.Essential Functions
The following represents a variety of the responsibilities assigned to the person in this position. The examples represent typical work but are not intended to be inclusive of all duties required for this position.
Instructional Leadership/Supervision:Provides leadership oversight and evaluation for faculty and staff within assigned disciplines or programs and manages the development and assessment of curricula programs and degrees.
Provides supervision for faculty and staff within assigned disciplines or programs (recruit select train schedule and discipline) and provides recommendations for similar actions to reporting supervisors.
Promotes professional development and supports a collaborative climate which fosters innovation and academic excellence and advances equity diversity and inclusion. Supervises course scheduling faculty assignments and instructional delivery.
Resolves conflicts in division area in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct the Negotiated Agreement and Pierce College policies and practices.
Resolves complaints arising from division activities which may include participating in the process of collective bargaining contract grievances.
Foster Student Success:
Serves as a leader in assuring programs and services advance Black and Brown student excellence and equitably support student achievement and attainment of educational/career goals.
In collaboration with faculty develops curriculum that supports a variety of instructional methods and learning opportunities including computerassisted instruction and eLearning.
Assesses course and program goals in relation to institutional goals and mission.
Engages faculty in planning organizing developing and assessing programs activities and curriculum. Oversees the development coordination and publication of the quarterly and annual schedules and other communications.
Administration:
Manages the operations of the assigned district area and acts as an advisor to the Vice President for Learning and Student Success particularly with regard to items affecting student learning.
Demonstrates commitment to and fully engages in shared governance consultative processes and consensus building.
Works collaboratively with faculty to plan organize develop and evaluate instructional programs.
Participates in strategic enrollment management with administration and for faculty and staff within assigned disciplines or programs.
Ensures the college is in compliance with national and state laws regulations and guidelines.
Recommends develops and implements policies procedures and initiatives related to programs that promote student success and continual improvement.
Ensures that strategic integration of emerging technology and contemporary business practices aid the institution in achieving mission.
Assists in the accreditation process.
Represents Pierce College at assigned community state and national activities.
Actively engages during college and districtwide meetings.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Budget and Planning:
Develops recommends and manages budget for assigned areas of programs and services.
Manages financial resources consistent with district policy and sound financial management principles.
Participates in the collaborative annual planning and budgeting process with other deans and in cooperation with managers supervisors faculty and classified staff consistent with college principles and values.
Facilitates grant applications for assigned area manages grants and prepares required reports.
Qualifications
Required Education:- Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Required Experience:- One 1 year of administrative management experience in higher education.
- Three 3 years of instructional experience at the community college or university level or related experience such as work experience in K12 adult schooling or educational programs in the corrections system.
- Demonstrated success in datainformed decision making.
- Demonstrated experience in improving student success and retention.
- Experience with innovative teaching and learning strategies.
- Demonstrated experience and/or commitment to advancing Black and Brown student excellence.
- Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity diversity and inclusion.
Special Requirements:- Ability to travel between Pierce College campuses and/or sites.
- The successful candidate must consent to and pass a criminal background and credit check aftera conditional offer of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability to perform in this position.
Application Process
To be considered for this position applicants must
- Meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.
- Complete the online application profile and apply for the specific job opening at: (attach) a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.(Cover Letter)
- Upload (attach) detailed rsum of all educational and professional experience .(Rsum)
- Please note:Certain positions require specific levels of educational attainment such as a postsecondary degree licensures or certifications. In order to evaluate applicant materials to determine if the minimum qualifications are met information regarding your education and experience should be included in your application materials.
- Applications without transcripts attached may receive notification that their application materials are incomplete. If you receive a notice and information has been provided elsewhere in your applications materials please disregard. Unofficial transcripts acceptable for application process; official transcripts required upon hire.(Transcripts)
- Upload (attach) a list of at least three 3 professional references with names telephone numbers and email addresses. One of which must be your current or most recent supervisor. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted.(References)
- Provide a response to the following question.(Supplemental Question)
- Based on your knowledge or education professional and personal experiences how do you incorporate equity engagement and belonging in your preferred leadership style Please limit your response to a maximum of 500 words. To learn more about our Equity Engagement and Belonging efforts please visit: Note:To ensure consideration application materials should be received no later than 8:00 a.m. on the closing date.
All correspondence regarding your application status will be sent to the email address associated with your account. Please make sure to check your spam folder periodically in the case of an automated incorrect delivery.
Terms of Employment
This is a fulltime administrative exempt position.The anticipated start date for this position is July 1 2025.The primary work location will be at Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom.Occasional travel to Pierce College campuses an/or other sites may occur. Standard work hours are between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday however hours will vary with occasional evening and weekend hours required. This positionmayis eligible for 1 2 days per week for telework once established in the position.This position requires regular and consistent attendance.Salary & Benefits
The salary range for this position is$115651.00 to $143089.00 annually;new hires typically start at $120400.00.Our paycheck is just part of the total compensation package. There is an outstanding benefits package which is worth an additional value equivalent to about 30 of your salary. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical dental and vision insurance. Life and long term disability insurance plans; vacation sick and personal leave; reduced tuition; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information please visit our Benefits and Leave website at: benefits.
Physical Work Environment
This position is required to work indoors in an open office environment which requires visual concentration on detail dexterity precision and is subject to frequent noise and interruptions. This position operates in a dynamic and fastpaced environment.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the District Human Resources Office by calling. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay the states free telecommunication access service.
Screening & Interview Process:
Only those candidates who have complied with the application process and meet the required qualifications will be considered. Following the review of application materials the most qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Check the email account you used for the application process for communication regarding the status of your application. Application materials submitted to Pierce College are the property of the College and will not be returned.
Please note:This is a competitive selection process. Your application materials will be reviewed and evaluated based on the minimum qualifications listed for the position. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Districts needs will be eligible for further consideration.Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written oral and performance examinations and final interviews.
Conditions of Employment
Prior to the start of employment the finalist for this position will be subject to a criminal background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment.Conditional offer letters will be accompanied by a declaration and authorization to release information form to be completed by the applicant. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law RCW 28B.112.080.
An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Pierce College has adopted a Drug Free Workplace policy. As a condition of employment employees must agree to abide by the requirements established in that policy.
Equal Opportunity
The Pierce College District is an equal opportunity employer. The Board of Trustees and Pierce College District are committed to providing equal opportunity and will not discriminate in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices. Decisions are made without regard to 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 veteran or military status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.
For more information about this position or assistance regarding your application please contact the Human Resources office at:
Questions regarding equal employment opportunities or discrimination may be directed to the following:
Sean Cooke
Title IX Coordinator
Davi Kallman
ADACO / Section 504 Coordinator
Deena Forsythe
Interim Vice President for Human Resources
Paula HensonWilliams
District Affirmative Action Officer
Employment Type
Full-Time
