Academic Dean: Business, Math & Technology

Virginia AG; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a public, open access institution in the Virginia Community College System. It seeks an Academic Dean for the Division of Business, Mathematics, and Technology, a full-time, 12-month administrative role.

The dean leads curriculum development, budgeting, and cross-division collaboration to advance student success and program growth. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree, strong leadership and communication skills, and a track record in higher

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution and credentialed to teach in a discipline represented in the division.
• Commitment to the community college mission and philosophy.
• Three or more years of community college teaching experience in an area represented in the division and/or related work experience.
• Knowledge of state and national issues pertaining to higher education, administrative experience, with demonstrated leadership and management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop courses and curricula in response to identified needs.
• Proven ability to work as a team player and to build a highly effective working team.
• Demonstrated skill in managing budgets, equipment, and other institutional resources.
• Ability to provide leadership for business or technology accreditation, certification, or licensing requirements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Leads the planning, development, and evaluation of the division's course offerings and curricular programs.
• Provides direction and support to faculty in developing, revising, and evaluating division program curricula, courses, and materials.
• Collaborates with faculty to review curricula, learning outcomes, ongoing assessment results, and current research as a basis for improving instructional offerings and outcomes.
• Oversees recruitment, appointment, orientation, assignment, and evaluation of full-time faculty and support personnel.
• Collaborates with department chairs to oversee class schedule development and adjunct faculty, including dual-enrollment and prison education faculty.
• Fosters a collaborative and inclusive working environment that encourages professional development and innovation.
• Strengthens the quality of teaching and the learning environment to promote student achievement and retention.
• Develops partnerships with businesses, K-12 schools, universities, and community organizations.
• Advocates for students by addressing their diverse academic and professional needs.
• Prepares and manages the division budget, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources.
• Seeks and manages private, state, and federal grants, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
• Leads the division in developing and supporting initiatives that align with PVCC’s strategic plan, mission, and goals.
• Collaborates with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness, department chairs, and division faculty in developing the division's annual plans.
• Collaborates with the Offices of Marketing and Media Relations and the Outreach and Admissions Office to develop and oversee the implementation of marketing and outreach efforts for division programs.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Strategic planning

Education

Master’s degree

Doctorate (preferred)

Tools

Navigate

Job description

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a public, open access institution in the Virginia Community College System. It seeks an Academic Dean for the Division of Business, Mathematics, and Technology, a full-time, 12-month administrative role.

The dean leads curriculum development, budgeting, and cross-division collaboration to advance student success and program growth. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree, strong leadership and communication skills, and a track record in higher