Associate Dean, Health Sciences

Pitt Community College; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitt Community College seeks an Associate Dean for Health Sciences to provide administrative leadership and strategic direction for Health Sciences programs within the college. The role reports to the Dean of Health Sciences and drives planning, development, implementation, and evaluation to ensure academic excellence and accreditation compliance.

The Associate Dean will lead program oversight, scheduling, and collaboration across departments; support faculty development, workload planning, and

Qualifications

• Active unencumbered license or multi-state licensure to practice as a healthcare professional.
• Master's degree in Health Sciences or related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive health sciences education experience, including teaching and leadership.
• Experience with accrediting bodies and compliance standards (ACOTE, CAAHEP, CAHIM, JRCERT, NLN, etc.).
• Experience in faculty supervision and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative leadership, oversight, and coordination of Health Sciences programs.
• Review accreditation reports and documentation; analyze data for program approval and compliance.
• Collaborate with Program Directors, Department Chairs, and Student Services to maintain records and student data.
• Support faculty recruitment, onboarding, and evaluation; participate in workload planning.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with healthcare organizations for academic-practice opportunities.
• Assist the Dean in strategic planning and ongoing program improvement.

Skills

Healthcare leadership

Teaching

Curriculum development

Accreditation/compliance

Faculty supervision

Data management

Strategic planning

Education

Master's degree in Health Sciences or related field

Doctorate preferred (Ed.D./Ph.D./DNP)

Job description

***Position will be Open Until Filled***

The Associate Dean for Health Sciences provides administrative leadership, oversight, and coordination of Health Sciences programs. This position will report to the Dean of Health Sciences. The primary functions in this position concern management of planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of health sciences programs in the Health Sciences Division. Provide visionary and operational leadership for Health Sciences programs, ensuring academic excellence, compliance with accreditation standards, and alignment with Pitt Community College's mission to serve the community and workforce needs.

Leadership and Administration

• The Associate Dean will provide administrative oversight and supervision of health sciences programs as delegated by the Dean, Health Sciences. Program assignments and supervisory responsibilities may be aligned with the Associate Dean's clinical expertise and professional background to best support program quality, accreditation compliance, faculty development, and student success.

• Assist the Dean in reviewing accreditation reports and other required documentation; compile and analyze data for program approval, evaluation, and compliance.
• Serve as a liaison for managing resources across Health Sciences programs.
• Ensure adherence to college policies and procedures within Health Sciences departments.
• Collaborate with Program Directors, Department Chairs, and Student Services to maintain accurate student records and tracking systems.
• Support faculty recruitment, onboarding, and evaluation processes in alignment with college guidelines.
• Participate in faculty workload planning in coordination with Department Chairs and Program Directors.
• Foster effective working relationships with Health Sciences committees and serve as a resource for standing and ad hoc committees.
• Provide academic guidance and assist with conflict resolution for students enrolled in Health Sciences programs.
• Represent the division in college committees and task forces as requested.
• Engage with community organizations to address local health education needs and strengthen program visibility.
• Act as designee for the Dean when required and perform other duties as assigned.

Programs and Curriculum Oversight

• Provide leadership in planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of Health Sciences programs.
• Oversee scheduling of academic offerings to ensure consistency and quality across programs.
• Monitor compliance with college policies, state regulations, and accrediting agency requirements.
• Guide curriculum development and revision to maintain program relevance and alignment with industry standards.

Partnerships and Collaborations

• Collaborate with college administrators, faculty, and curriculum committees to review and enhance Health Sciences programs.
• Work with internal stakeholders to manage and analyze student, clinical, and academic data for program evaluation and improvement.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with healthcare organizations to create academic-practice opportunities that enhance student learning, support workforce development, and meet community health needs.

Strategic Planning

• Assist the Dean in developing and implementing the division's strategic plan in alignment with the college's mission and goals.
• Continuously assess progress toward strategic objectives and recommend updates as needed.

Professional Development and Scholarship

• Engage in professional development and scholarly activities to support program excellence.
• Mentor faculty in pursuing professional growth and scholarly endeavors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications for this position are consistent with NC state legislature and include:
• An active unencumbered license or multistate licensure privilege to practice as a healthcare professional.
• Master's degree in a Health Sciences discipline or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in health sciences education, including:
• Teaching experience in a health sciences program.
• Administrative or leadership experience in curriculum development, accreditation, or program management.
• Experience working with accrediting bodies and compliance standards (e.g., ACOTE, CAAHEP, CAHIM, JRCERT, JRC-DMS, CoARC, NLN, or other relevant healthcare agencies).
• Experience in faculty supervision and development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate preferred (e.g., Ed.D., PhD., or DNP), especially for leadership and accreditation oversight.

Our Values:

At Pitt Community College, our culture is built on excellence, collaboration, innovation, accountability, and a student-centered focus. We expect our employees to embrace the following cultural statements:

• Every role contributes to student success.
• We treat one another with respect and work together as one team.
• We embrace creativity, adaptability, and new ideas to stay relevant.
• We act with integrity, accountability, and responsible stewardship.
• We put students first, designing programs and services that help them thrive in college, career, and life.

Supplemental Information

Work Environment: Office and field-based work; Frequent collaboration with program staff, campus departments, and community partners; requires independent work in the field and professional communication with diverse adult populations; Extensive use of computers, mobile devices, and presentation equipment; work involves data entry, intake, and documentation in secure systems in compliance with FERPA and TRIO/EOC grant requirements.

Physical Demands: Prolonged periods of driving, sitting, and computer work; Frequent standing, walking, and presenting during site visits and events; ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs and occasionally push/pull a cart with materials; Manual dexterity and visual acuity to complete forms, review documents, and operate standard office/presentation equipment; Ability to speak clearly in group settings and one-on-one; Valid driver's license.

Required Annual Training: FERPA Compliance, Title IX Compliance, PCI Compliance, Bloodborne Pathogens at Work, Introduction to Cybersecurity, HIPPA Rules & Compliance

Normal Working Hours: Standard schedule, Monday – Friday; with a flexible schedule to meet participant availability and event needs; Evenings and occasional weekends required for recruitment, workshops, and community events; occasional travel to nearby counties/partner locations and periodic training as assigned; Schedule adjustments coordinated to meet grant goals, reporting deadlines, and program priorities.