Academic Dean, Business & Technology

Aims Community College; Evans (CO); On-site; USD 102,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Leave accruals (vacation/sick)

4-day work week

Disability & life insurance

Tuition waiver

Dependent tuition

PERA retirement

Gym access

Free parking

Job summary

Aims Community College seeks an Academic Dean for Business & Technology to provide strategic leadership, oversee program reviews, and manage budgets and accreditation efforts. The role involves coordinating with program chairs, expanding curricula, and aligning initiatives with the college’s mission.

Collaboration with external partners will be essential to drive workforce-aligned programs. The Dean will lead as part of the academic leadership team, shape the division's strategic plan, and

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a discipline within the division or related area.
• Three years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education.
• At least two years of supervisory experience in Higher Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Academic Dean role within the Business & Technology division.
• Plan, develop, and direct division activities.
• Coordinate program reviews, accreditation, and evaluation processes.
• Supervise full- and part-time faculty and staff; hire and evaluate personnel.
• Develop long-range goals and support curriculum innovation and growth.

Skills

Leadership experience

Supervisory experience

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Minimum Hiring Annual Salary:$113,362.00

Included with Aims Full-time Employment is a generous package of Benefits, most are listed below:

• Benefits are effective immediately
• 100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)
• 85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and/or family
• Voluntary vision insurance
• Administrator Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 24 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)
• 17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year
• Summer schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off
• Employer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums
• Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees
• Tuition waiver for dependents
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Free parking on all campuses

Job Description:

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. Reporting to the Chief Academic Officer, the Academic Dean for Business & Technology is responsible for effective planning and vision, comprehensive leadership, program review, budget oversight, data analysis, institutional coordination, supervision, and management of all activities and credit-bearing degrees and certificates. This includes programs in Accounting, Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Business, Computer Information Systems, Construction, Engineering Technology (CAD), Graphic Design and Rich Media, Industrial Technology, Marketing/Management, Oil and Gas Technologies, CIS/CSC, Communication Media, and Welding. This position also coordinates and collaborates with other departments and divisions at the College to support applicable non-credit courses and programs.

The Academic Dean is responsible for leading the strategic objectives and initiatives of the academic plan and overseeing programmatic and college accreditation efforts. This role provides forward-thinking leadership through futures thinking, environmental scanning, and strategic planning to anticipate emerging workforce trends, evolving technologies, regional economic needs, and opportunities for program innovation.

Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and industry partners, the Dean works to identify program development needs and to support the creation of innovative curricula that align with employers' requirements, enhance employees' skills and knowledge, and prepare students for success in a dynamic workforce. While partnering and working with program Chairs and Directors to ensure compliance with professional accreditation requirements and state regulations. The responsibilities of this position include recruiting students and faculty, overseeing operational budgets for various programs, and managing logistics for major grants and contracts. This role may also involve serving as a liaison with external agencies, community organizations, industry partners, and other stakeholders within the College.

The Academic Dean must be adept at developing, building, and maintaining strong relationships; providing leadership for faculty and staff within the programs; participating as a member of the College's academic leadership team; contributing to long-term academic and institutional planning; and representing the College within the community. Interpreting and analyzing data, labor market information, stakeholder input, and emerging trends to make informed decisions regarding program growth, sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The Academic Dean of Business & Technology works independently, exercises discretion and sound judgment in decision-making, effectively responds to critical issues, and represents the College professionally. This position requires a commitment to student success, fostering a collaborative work environment, delivering high-quality service to all stakeholders, and developing academic programs that are responsive to current needs while preparing for future opportunities.

Leadership, Analysis & Budgeting: 35%

• Serve as principal administrator of instructional programs in the academic division, Business & Technology.
• Create and administer budgets in accordance with the College's strategic plan and policies; conduct trend and data analysis; prepare capital, Perkins, operating, personnel, and grant requests; generate budget reports and respond to requests for information.
• Facilitate/initiate respectful and effective communications internally and externally; provide staff with information and interpretation of College policies and procedures; schedule and preside at Division meetings/committees; create and distribute written communications internally and externally in a timely manner; serve as an essential link to administration in communicating needs of departments, faculty, staff, and advisory committees.
• Lead in the development of programs, courses, and related classroom, laboratory, and work-based learning experiences in accordance with professional guidelines and College procedures.
• Assist in the preparation and editing of handbooks, the College catalog, and other informational literature.
• Lead Program Review process for the Division.
• Assist in the development and implementation of processes and procedures designed to assess student learning at the course, program, and college level.
• Evaluate, research, and initiate new programs.

Management & Advocacy: 30%

• Provide strategic leadership and management for a multifaceted, multi-subject division.
• Plan, develop, and direct division activities.
• Coordinate program, department, and division reviews, as well as accreditation and evaluation processes.
• Delegate and monitor administrative responsibilities of chairs and other employees as appropriate.
• Coordinate administrative duties with the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) and college constituencies.
• Implement systems to maintain and centralize academic administration and division records, forms, and procedures.
• Assist in the review of operational contracts.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures to the CAO or President.
• Oversee all processes related to the semester and yearly course schedule.
• Communicate and interact with officials and agencies at the state and local levels.
• Serve on community workforce teams and committees on behalf of the college.
• Represent the college at state-level committees, councils, and with other higher education institutions.

Planning: 20%

• Create strategic and operational plans for programs within academics and the division to provide safe, efficient, and effective programming and services.
• Develop and implement long-range goals for academic administration, the division, and programs.
• Facilitate and support the development and delivery of alternative curriculum options.
• Plan for faculty professional development; investigate and support grant opportunities; develop and review Academic Plan.
• Complete reports.
• Maintain credentials and knowledge of educational technology and the College's infrastructure related to technology and the position.
• Provide professional development activities as appropriate.
• Work with Department Chairs and Program Directors to oversee course scheduling, catalog presentation, and marketing/recruiting materials for programs in conjunction with the Marketing and Communication Office.
• Actively encourage faculty members across all departments to use emerging learning-centered processes and support their professional development.

Personnel Management: 10%

• Supervise full-time and part-time faculty and staff.
• Hire and supervise staff.
• Anticipate and plan for personnel needs.
• Evaluate support staff.
• Oversee preparation and review of contracts.
• Chair hiring committees.
• Review and approve staff appointments.
• Serve as the point of contact for student/faculty disputes and grade change requests.
• Resolve employee and student conflicts or direct them to the appropriate office on campus.

Other Duties as Assigned: 5%

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in a discipline in the Division, or inHigher Education, Educational Administration, or a similar discipline; plus, three (3) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education, including experience in academic administration, academic program leadership, department chair leadership, or a closely related role, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Of the required three (3) years of work experience, two (2) years must be supervisory experience specifically in Higher Education.

Strategic and Future-Focused Leadership

• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic, forward-looking leadership for academic programs, engaging in futures thinking, environmental scanning, and academic planning.
• Proven ability to anticipate and respond to emerging workforce needs, technological changes, regional economic trends, and opportunities for program innovation.
• Effective alignment of divisional priorities with institutional strategic plan objectives, academic plan initiatives, accreditation expectations, and student success goals.

Academic Program Leadership and Innovation

• Extensive experience designing, implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving academic programs relevant to the division.
• Commitment to supporting program growth, sustainability, innovation, and relevance through data-informed decision-making and the creation of innovative curricula and academic pathways that meet student, employer, and community needs.

Operational, Budget, and Compliance Oversight

• Knowledgeable in budget planning and management, program evaluation, accreditation processes, regulatory compliance, and data-informed decision-making.
• Experienced in managing specialized accredited programs and ensuring compliance with state, federal, and professional standards, alongside operational complexity, including budgets, personnel, grants