Associate Dean of MCT (Manufacturing, Construction, & Transportation) and Apprenticeships (FT)
Associate Dean of MCT (Manufacturing, Construction, & Transportation) and Apprenticeships (FT)
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Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsins largest and most diverse technical college offering 170 high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at.
Under the direction of the Dean of Manufacturing Construction and Transportation Academic & Career Pathway this position collaborates with the Dean in the general operations of the Manufacturing Construction and Transportation (MCT) Academic & Career Pathway.The Associate Dean may also have responsibility in the areas of:Both internal and external relationships and administration of all MATC Apprenticeships
Supervision of apprentice in our region including events marketing public relations activities that lead to the smooth operation of and which foster the growth of apprenticeship
Oversight of several MCT programs including but not limited to Building Automated Systems Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning Power Engineering Electrical Power Distribution Sheet Metal Steamfitter and other academic programs within the Pathway
Leadership of several grants and special projects as they relate to to the MCT Pathway in support of students and the needs of local communities and employers
Management of program vitality; advocating for and acquiring resources needed and implementing continuous improvements insuring vibrant programs current faculty and up-to-date learning environments
Oversight of the Energy Conservation and Advanced Manufacturing Center
The Associate Dean encourages and fosters a culture of inquiry about student learning in support of various college strategic initiatives works in collaboration with District-wide administration as well as the 4-yr transfer and community partners to align programsand curriculum to 4-yr colleges & universities labor market needs and to maximize opportunities for student success. The Associate Dean will collaborate with the Dean in the planning directing and evaluating all assigned functions associated with maintaining and delivering quality academic programs.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
- Stakeholder Relationship Management:Manages relationships with key stakeholders including but not limited to academic and student support offices pathway staff members students industry partners and faculty. Collaborates with teams in various functions and design strategies to improve communication and collaboration across teams. Networks and continuously improves external and internal relationships to aid in faculty development. improvement of instructional delivery and for program growth. Identifies opportunities for innovation growth and expansion.
- Curriculum and Instruction: Under direction of the dean shall beresponsible for the oversight of the development and ongoing review of curriculum through a pathway curriculum committee and the assurance of coordination with other impacted programs across the college (through the AIC committed on instruction). Will also support the dean for required annual program reviews and program vitality process.
- Strategic Decision Making:Collaborates with the Dean and district wide administration on aligning programs and curriculum to labor market needs and maximize opportunities for student success. Serves as a participant and leader in the Deans management team. Provide leadership in program and curriculum management.
- Enrollment and Class Schedule Oversight:Faculty load and assignment is the primary responsibility of the Associate Dean (with final approval by the dean). Coordinates with the Scheduling Offices and Lead Faculty to approve the schedule of classes and assigns staffing as needed for classes. Maintains master course and curriculum files for the assigned academic program. Ensures quality uniformity and compliance in all publications. Supports the curriculum and instruction delivered within the program to ensure quality completion retention and effectiveness of courses.
- Faculty Administration:Assists with the hiring of all part-time faculty by reviewing credentials interviewing and recommending those best qualified for the position. Also assists the dean with full time faculty hiring onboarding and assignments. Ensures that onboarding FQAS and evaluations are managed and adhered to within the colleges evaluation cycle.
- Fiscal Administration:Assists with preparing and administering capital operational and grant budgets and reconciles and balances accounts. Identifies student and program needs and researches applicable federal and state grants in partnership with the Grants Department and Quality Planning and Assessment teams. Collaborates with the Institutional Research Department to identify and secure external funding. Assists faculty in managing the program/department budget. Approves budget transfers monitors spending patterns and serves as liaison between Dean and lead faculty when adjustments need to be made.
- Operational Oversight:Performs operational activities related to the assigned academic program such as timesheet approval office scheduling purchasing repair orders tracking or maintenance requests.
- Accreditation Compliance:In conjunction with the Dean ensures accreditation compliance (as applicable) within the assigned Academic Pathway. Promotes systems and processes that ensure data-informed Academic Pathway Program improvement and accreditation compliance.
- Data-Informed Decision Making and Continuous Improvement:Leverages data analytics to drive informed decision-making and fosters continuous improvement within the area of responsibility. Analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) and relevant metrics to gain actionable insights and monitors performance measures aligned with organizational goals. Utilities data to inform strategic and operational decisions. Applies continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Plan-Do-Study-Act) based on data analysis promoting a data-driven culture and enhancing team data literacy.
- Committee Participation and System Engagement: Participates in cross-functional committees and organizes reviews and debriefs meetings among stakeholders (with an emphasis on academic matters). Attends state-called or other external meetings including district board meetings as required. May serve as chair/co-chair for college-wide committees including Program Advisory Committees. Collaborates with other departments to ensure quality integrity and effectiveness of Program Advisory Committees that serve the Pathway.
- Cross Functional Relationships and Collaborative Teamwork: Establishes maintains and enhances positive work relationships with staff faculty and administrators.
- Leadership and Supervision: Develops and manages high performing team highly skilled and motivated staff focused on the delivery of quality and value-added services and allocates cross-functional responsibilities and work processes. Responsibilities include hiring coaching/mentoring performance management and progressive discipline as needed.
- Continuous Learning & Professional Development: Maintains current knowledge of best practices and standards in higher education with an emphasis on community Colleges. Actively organizes and/or participates in applicable workgroups training workshops seminars committees and professional associations or conferences to promote continuous learning.
- Other duties: Performs other related duties within the scope of the position as required for the efficient operation of the division and to support institutional objectives.
- Knowledge of curriculum instruction and assessment processes functions and innovations.
- Knowledge of traditional and career-technical program review processes.
- Knowledge of the functions and objectives of all Academic and Career Pathways and programs and support programs and services.
- Advanced skills and knowledge in student-centered approaches and systems in enrollment and scheduling that support the holistic development and success of college students from diverse backgrounds.
- Knowledge of the functions and objectives of pathway-specific programs and student support services. Strong understanding of vocational technical and adult education in academic administration.
- Ability to organize analyze and interpret statistical and management data. Demonstrated ability to gather information identify patterns or connections between situations.
- Knowledge of effective principles of supervision and management. Demonstrate leadership ability and team building skills to effectively supervise professional and staff and interact with all levels of management
- Ability to manage large budgets and other resources in area of responsibility. Demonstrated ability to manage and develop program budgets at the federal state or local levels.
- Ability to incorporate strategic directives into operational-level goals objectives and action plans. Ability to use data analysis to promote quality learning.
- Ability to establish workflowsmanagemultiple projects andmeetnecessary deadlines.
- Sensitive to dealing with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. Open objective and will seek to understand issues from multiple perspectives. Innovative in developing options that are responsive to differing needs.
- Ability to review and evaluate problems and to identify and implement creative solutions.
- Maintains a professional demeanor should have strong presentation skills and should be able to organize and communicate information to groups of varying size and hierarchical levels in the organization. Strong written and oral communicator.
- Demonstrates integrity and deals effectively fairly and in a timely fashion with all stakeholders.
Physical Demands:
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act individuals who perform this role must adhere to these physical job demands with or without an accommodation:- Sitting/Standing/Walking: 50% of time spent sitting 25% of time spent standing 25% of time walking
- Ability to stoop kneel crouch reach hear and speak.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. carry and push up to 20 lbs. and ability to pull up to 25 lbs.
Qualifications
Compliance with all state federal and accreditation standards/requirements as well as all MATC policies and procedures.
Required Education Minimums:- A masters degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a field related to one of the programs in the Manufacturing Construction and Transportation Pathway or applicable/relevant field
- At least three (3) years of experience in the K16 instructional administration/supervision
- The equivalent of 2 (two) years of full-time teaching
- At least one (1) year involved in direct supervision of faculty in teaching roles (may also include apprenticeships clinical sites continuing education or lab-based instruction)
- At least three (3) years of staff supervision or one (1) year of staff supervision combined with an Emerging Leaders (internal MATC program) equivalency
Supplemental Information
Start Date: This position supports the Manufacturing Construction and Transportation Pathway and is available to start as soon as possible.
Hours:This position requires 40 hours per week. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday between 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Salary Information: Salary is listed to the midpoint of therange and placement is determined based on years of experience internal salary equity and a review of the applicants employment and educational background as listed on the fully completed job application.
Application Materials: A complete application entails providing thorough details including personal information educational background and comprehensive work experience. This should include specific job positions held duties performed dates of employment and any relevant licenses or certifications.Please also include a current resume and cover letter at the time of application.
Interviews: Selected qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a virtual interview on a date to be determined. Candidates who are selected after the first interview will be invited to a second-round interview.Final interviews will be conducted in person at our Milwaukee Downtown Campus location.
EEO:Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee applicant for employment student or applicant for admission on the basis of race color national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation creed religion political affiliation marital status parental status pregnancy disability age membership in any reserve component of the armed forces union affiliation arrest and conviction record or any other protected category under applicable local state or federal law.
Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process please contact our office at (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
