Associate Dean of Education assists Dean with the management of administrative functions of the college of education. Collaborates with Dean on planning college strategic initiatives and supports on college fundraising. Being an Associate Dean of Education provides administrative leadership in areas of curriculum development, institutional assessment and improvement, human resource, faculty development and performance appraisals, budget and finance, and facilities planning and management. Typically requires an advanced degree. Additionally, Associate Dean of Education typically reports to a Dean. The Associate Dean of Education typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be an Associate Dean of Education typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
TITLE: Associate Dean of Continuing Education and Workforce Development
DEPARTMENT: Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CEWD)
FUNCTION: In collaboration with the Vice President of Continuing Education and
Workforce Development, assists in the design and delivery of Continuing Education and
Workforce Development (CEWD) programs and course offerings, focusing on certifications
and licensing in health professions and other professional fields. Demonstrates leadership
through the development and expansion of innovative programs tailored to prepare students for
a variety of career opportunities that require specific credentials. This role involves fostering a
collaborative environment, leading operations, providing administrative and instructional
leadership to instructors, and conceptualizing as well as executing a strategic plan for
Continuing Education credential programs. The Associate Dean of Continuing Education and
Workforce Development embraces the mission of the College while enhancing and optimizing
the efficiency of service delivery and assuring programs are in compliance with local, state and
federal regulatory agency requirements.
REPORTS TO: Vice President, Continuing Education and Workforce Development
SUPERVISES: Division staff as assigned
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Coordinates, administers, manages, and evaluates Continuing Education credential programs
and courses, including Health Professions.
2. Designs and organizes new educational credential programs and courses to meet local and
regional community needs.
3. Develops and assesses curriculum, program outcomes, and student learning outcomes for
Continuing Education credential programs in collaboration with instructors.
4. Collaborates with the Grants Department to develop and write grant proposals and employer
partner contracts for funding and workforce partnerships.
5. Supervises CEWD health professions and credentialed program instructors, recruits and
mentors them, assesses their performance, and manages their payroll.
6. Collaborates closely with the Vice President of Continuing Education to support the
development of clear pathways from non-credit credential programs to credit courses.
7. Creates marketing and promotional strategies for the programs and courses responsible for.
8. Ensures compliance with criteria set by state agencies, national industry associations, and
accreditation agencies.
9. Works with instructors to ensure students meet their learning and career goals.
10. Reviews, maintains, and evaluates the budget for credential programs responsible for. Works
with the Vice President of Continuing Education to allocate funds for CEWD Professional
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Credential Programs.
11. Attends workshops, courses, meetings, professional development, and other activities to
further divisional objectives.
12. Implements College and divisional policies and procedures.
13. Performs additional tasks or duties as assigned by the Vice President of Continuing
Education and Workforce Development or other designated management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
● Demonstrated knowledge and experience in creating and managing career development
programs with a focus on health professions and other licensed and credentialed fields.
● Understanding of curriculum, evaluation, needs assessment, and marketing for
Professional Credential courses and programs.
● Proficient in project management, overseeing the scheduling of courses, securing
qualified instructors as needed, managing input into the registration system, and ensuring
continuous availability of courses for registration.
● Advanced proficiency in Excel, learning management systems (e.g., Canvas), customer
relationship management (CRM) software, and other relevant technology tools.
● Capable of budgeting for courses by accurately assessing associated costs, adhering to
budgetary constraints, and conducting profitability calculations to ensure financial
viability.
● Proven organizational, supervisory, administrative, communication, interpersonal, and
leadership skills.
● Exhibits excellent customer service to a diverse population, demonstrating an
understanding of equity best practices and the community college mission.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree with a Master’s Degree preferred.
Experience:
● Minimum of 3 years of experience developing, managing, and evaluating post-secondary
educational courses. Experience in healthcare education is preferred but not essential.
● Proven ability to conduct comprehensive business analyses, including market research,
financial assessments, and performance evaluations, to inform strategic decision-making
and enhance program offerings and outcomes.
● Demonstrated success in cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with external
companies and organizations to facilitate student internships and clinical placements in
health professions..
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● Demonstrated ability to provide individualized career counseling and guidance to
students, assisting them in setting goals, exploring career options, and developing action
plans.