Assistant Dean - Education & Social Services

Yakima Valley College is accepting applications for an innovative and collaborative Assistant Dean Education & Social Services who is committed to students and their success. This is a full-time (12 month) administrative position which includes a full state benefits package. This position is in person on campus M-F and occasional evenings and weekends as needed for program operations and support. This role supervises both faculty and staff positions.

This role is essential in supporting various functions within assigned Workforce Education programs including policy and procedure management program planning accreditation processes faculty and staff development curriculum delivery facility and equipment planning and departmental operations. Additional duties involve overseeing grant management fostering community engagement and addressing student concerns. The Assistant Dean will assist in the implementation of policies and procedures designed to ensure compliance with federal state college and accreditation requirements pertinent to assigned programs. The ideal candidate will exemplify a strong commitment to excellence in leadership as well as to the principles of diversity equity and inclusiveness.

JOB DUTIES:

• Provide leadership to maintain accreditation with the Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) and ensure compliance with all PESB requirements for program approval.
• Comply with the following guidelines: (a) college policies and procedures (b) state administrative code (c) standards of the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and (d) standards set forth by all accrediting and approval agencies for Teacher certification in Washington State.
• Develop and recommend overall objectives plans and procedures for assigned programs this includes following records management procedures for the departments.
• Ensure program assessments are conducted and utilize data and research to guide best practices in assigned programs.
• Prepare for on-site PESB accrediting site visits.
• Serve as part of the student appeal process for programs served.
• Create quarterly and annual reports including extensive self-study reports.
• Prepare a preliminary budget for assigned programs incorporating input from faculty and staff.
• Propose annual budget to AVP - Workforce & Economic Development manage and approve program expenditures through effective budget management and utilize college processes to procure necessary supplies materials and equipment.
• Hold self faculty and staff accountable to YVC policies and procedures and department and divisional strategic goals.
• Lead the recruitment process for all faculty and staff in assigned programs. Complete faculty and staff performance evaluations in a timely manner.
• Participate in tenure committees and manage all disciplinary matters following college policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreements.
• Supervise orient and evaluate assigned faculty and staff in adherence to negotiated agreements applicable state and federal laws accrediting bodies as well as college policies and procedures.
• Plan and recommend annual teaching assignments within established guidelines and in accordance with faculty expertise and program needs.
• In collaboration with faculty manage and coordinate the various Advisory Committees within the assigned academic programs ensure a minimum number of meetings are held each year with additional meetings as needed. Follow through with applicable reporting and recruit new members as necessary.
• Collaborate with program faculty to form develop evaluate and revise courses as well as enhance the overall curriculum within assigned programs. Attend and support faculty when presenting proposed curricular changes to curriculum committee.
• Coordinate evaluate and participate in establishing admission criteria and procedures as well as criteria for student promotion and retention.
• Conduct program recruitment through information sessions and prepare admissions materials to facilitate the annual application process for Teacher Education in compliance with the accrediting agencys requirements.
• Ensure the accuracy and currency of program web pages faculty and student handbooks applicable policies and procedures as well as any promotional or public relations materials and reissue them as needed.
• Foster a broad organizational culture that supports collegiality personal well-being and professional development of students staff and faculty.
• Work collaboratively with the YVC administrative team.
• Expand and maintain external relationships with community partners.
• Develop and maintain memorandums of understanding and foster relationships with facilities educational organizations industry and K-12 organizations to assist faculty in recruiting and placing students in field placement sites.
• Actively participate with industry to ensure instructional programs are current with industry standards practices and trends.
• Implement new and revised courses and classes in accordance with adopted budgets and plans.
• Ensure that all faculty are appropriately certified and/or licensed.
• Support faculty to create and maintain a professional development plan as required by WAC.
• Collaborate with the BAS Director as needed.
• Track national trends in teacher preparation program development and develop proposed recommendations for the program.
• Work evenings and weekends as needed to support programming.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters in Education Elementary Education Early Childhood Education or related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years experience as a certified classroom teacher.
• Two (2) years professional supervisory experience.
• Two (2) years full-time or equivalent experience teaching in higher education.
• Must possess a valid Washington State drivers license to travel to local school districts and meetings.
• Must be able to obtain a clear Background Check.

• Doctorate in Education Business Management Organizational Leadership Behavioral Health Criminal Justice or related field.
• Experience in community college administration.
• Demonstrated experience in program development and implementation of teacher certification programs.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in the field of multicultural education and/or diversity social justice or equity.
• Experience managing financial resources in an institutional environment.
• Experience working with disadvantaged at-risk and multi-cultural populations.
• Experience supervising faculty and/or staff.
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum and instruction.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite Programs Excel Word and PowerPoint and other programs such as Adobe Smartsheet video conferencing Canvas.
• Strong communication public relations and interpersonal skills.

• Communicate effectively and professionally across diverse audiences in oral and written forms.
• Develop implement and maintain standard operating procedures policies and documented program guidelines.
• Interpret and follow instructions with strong organization and attention to detail.
• Adapt quickly to new software and technology to support program operations.
• Lead with initiative supporting the team through hands-on problem-solving and collaboration.
• Cultivate a positive work culture valuing developing and empowering staff.
• Foster collaboration within academic institutions and industry partnerships to secure support and engagement.
• Utilize data and labor market analysis to inform program decisions and workforce strategies.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise independent judgment with critical thinking and discretion.

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position you MUSTsubmit a complete YVC Online Employment Application and include the following REQUIREDattachments:

• A cover letterdescribing how you meetthe qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted):
• Please describe how your previous education training and/or professional experience(s) will help create and promote an equitable campus climate at Yakima Valley College
• A current resume(aresume will not substitute for the work experience section of the online application)
• Three (3) professional references(personal references do not count as professional)

• Unofficial transcriptsfor confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire
• Certifications/Credentialsas required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications