Executive Dean - Career & Technical Education

JOBThe Executive Dean of Career & Technical Education (CTE) leads the division in fulfilling our mission and promoting equitable access and success. The position reports directly to the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs and serves as a member of the college's executive team. The Executive Dean of CTE contributes to the development and implementation of the college's academic services by providing educational leadership and administrative direction for the following programs and departments: Apprenticeship, Applied Technologies, Behavioral Health & Health Promotions, Health Sciences, Brooks Center, Emergency Services, Diesel Technology, Agricultural Sciences & Technology, Business Programming, Early Childhood Education, Mid-Willamette Education Consortium & Perkins V grant, and Yamhill Valley Campus CTE, Eola Center & Wine Studies. Chemeketa is a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution that aspires to be an inclusive environment where we honor and value the unique contributions of our diverse students, employees, and community. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions that support all students in achieving their educational goals. If you are interested in joining the work of the college to pursue a supportive and inclusive culture, we encourage you to apply.When applying for this position, please attach the electronic documents listed below. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected as incomplete. Any documents you provide that are not listed will not be seen by the Search Committee.ResumeUnofficial Transcripts - An electronic copy of your academic transcript(s) from an accredited institution which clearly indicate the degree awarded, and any other applicable information, must be attached with your application if you would like it considered as part of your eligibility for the position. Any applicants who earned academic credentials from outside of the United States and wish to use those credits for consideration must also upload an evaluation of college credit earned at the non-U.S. institution.EXAMPLE OF DUTIESLeadership & SupervisionMotivates and encourages all team members to actively participate in continuous improvement activities in order to facilitate delivery of effective, high-quality services to both internal and external customers.Provides strong leadership and represents the division through a participatory management style, team-building activities, and problem-solving techniques.Provides leadership for the recruitment and hiring of outstanding staff to enhance the capacity and diversity of the college; supports innovative staff development to ensure continual learning; provides effective evaluation of administrators to promote continuous professional growth; recommends the retention, non-retention, promotion, or reassignment of existing staff.Responsible for direct coordination, supervision, and evaluation of management level Deans and Directors within the division.Provides leadership in and contributes to the college's diversity plan by fostering an environment of cooperation between students, staff, and the public who represent a variety of cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds.Builds, promotes, and leads effective teams to support the instructional and service mission of the college.Employs effective interpersonal skills to empower staff in the performance of their work.Maintains a working knowledge of all negotiated agreements, institutional policies, regulations, and procedures; may participate in collective bargaining with employee associations as a representative of the college.Uses project management, teamwork, and leadership development skills to bring college-wide projects to completion.Maintains and builds effective collaborative relationships with business, legislators, educational institutions, governmental agencies, and community organizations to ensure quality and relevance and compliance of college programs and practices.Attends board meetings as a member of the college staff; participates by reporting and discussing matters pertinent to the academic affairs of the college.Represents the college at local, state, and/or national levels.Strategic Planning & Budget OversightCollaboratively plans, develops, and monitors division goals, policies, and strategic plans. Interprets decisions and policy formulation to staff, students, and the public. Cooperatively develops, monitors, and manages division budget; coordinates long-range budget planning, including intra-divisional budget transfers; reviews college budget planning and spending. Promotes the collection, analysis, and assessment of data for the purpose of creating improved processes, programs, and services. Facilitates intra-college and community resource development to effectively serve students and staff. Serves on Executive Team, Academic Affairs, and other committees. Plays a central role setting and articulating college and instructional vision. Participates in the development of college policies, procedures, and guidelines.Curriculum & Instruction OversightPromotes curriculum innovation and instructional excellence. Pursues alternative methods for meeting varied learning needs of culturally and linguistically diverse students. Extends the use of technology to support and enhance teaching and learning. Recommends new curricula. Gives final approval to the schedule of classes and instructional assignments within the Executive Dean's area of responsibility.Institutional ExpectationsEmbraces diversity and actively collaborates effectively with a variety of students, staff, and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds. Participates in recruitment and retention of students at an individual and institutional level in the promotion of student success. Embraces, understands, and uses appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions. Provides high quality, effective service to internal and external customers through continuous improvement and adoption of lean office practices.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONSCHEDULE & MODALITYRegular remote/hybrid work is not a feature of this position. At the supervisor's discretion, exemptions may be made for special projects or responsibilities requiring periodic needed focus time.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENTThis is a 100%, 12-month exempt assignment of the E1 band and grade. This position has a 1-year probationary period. All positions at Chemeketa are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college. Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends. This position may require the use of your personal vehicle for transportation between campus locations. Requires the provision of official transcripts upon hire. Employees must maintain Oregon, Washington, or Idaho residency as a condition of employment. Successful applicants for designated positions must successfully pass a background inquiry, which may include criminal, driving, credit, and full background checks. Only information relevant to the position will be considered. An individual with negative information on their background inquiry will not necessarily be denied employment. Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer, or dismissal.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary requirements are met.VETERANS' PREFERENCEApplicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Chemeketa Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application.DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCEOne of the following: MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) -OR- Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension -OR- Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate. In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following: A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs -OR- Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/.PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESSChemeketa Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERChemeketa Community College prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the following: Or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity, or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy, and interfering with rights or privileges granted under federal, state, or local laws.Under College policies, equal opportunity for employment, admission, and participation in the College’s programs, services, and activities will be extended to all persons, and the College will promote equal opportunity and treatment through application of its policies and other College efforts designed for that purpose. All persons having questions or concerns related to Equal Employment Opportunity or Affirmative Action should contact the Affirmative Action Officer at 503.315.4586, 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem OR 97305. Persons having questions or concerns about Title IX, which includes gender-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, interpersonal violence, and stalking, contact the Title IX coordinator at 503-584-7323, 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem OR 97305, or http://go.chemeketa.edu/titleix. Individuals may also contact the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), 810 3rd Avenue #750, Seattle, WA 98104, 206.607.1600. To request this publication in an alternative format, please call 503.399.5192.

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