Dean

lcsc; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LC State invites applications for the Dean of Career & Technical Education in Lewiston, Idaho. The role carries a salary of $100,000–$110,000 and requires strategic leadership across CTE programs, curriculum development, and workforce partnerships to advance student access and success.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree, 3+ years of senior leadership in postsecondary education, and proven experience with budgets, Perkins V grants, and collaboration with industry partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a related field from a regionally accredited institution; consideration for current Master's enrollees with a confirmed completion date.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible administrative or leadership experience in postsecondary education, community college, or technical education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Perkins Act and CTE accountability frameworks; ability to develop and assess CTE curriculum and programs.
• Experience in budget development, fiscal management, and resource allocation; strong partnerships with employers and community organizations.
• Excellent oral and written communication; ability to present to diverse stakeholders; commitment to student access and success.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day administration for all programs within the School of Career & Technical Education, including technical and industrial programs and embedded academic programming across divisions.
• Oversee curriculum development, program review, and continuous improvement aligned with LC State policies and NWCCU accreditation.
• Supervise assessment of student learning outcomes; develop improvement plans based on data.
• Ensure currency of articulation agreements with regional partners; manage technical advisory committees.
• Collaborate with NC3 and national partners to advance industry-recognized certifications in CTE coursework.

Skills

Leadership experience

Budget management

Curriculum development

Partnership building

Communication skills

Student access & success

CTE administration certification

Education

Master's degree

EdD/PhD preferred

Job description

LC State invites applications for the Dean of Career & Technical Education.

Salary and rank based on experience and qualifications: $100,000 - $110,000

Degree Required: Master's degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Consideration may be given to individuals currently enrolled in and completing a Master's program with a confirmed completion date.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative or leadership experience in postsecondary education, community college, or technical education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act and postsecondary CTE accountability frameworks.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and assess CTE curriculum and programs.
• Experience in budget development, fiscal management, and resource allocation.
• Strong record of building partnerships with employers, industry, and community organizations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to student access and success.
• Must meet qualifications to obtain Idaho State Career Technical Administrator's Certificate (https://cte.idaho.gov/educators-5/become-a-cte-educator/)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (EdD or PhD) in Education, CTE, or a related field.
• Teaching or instructional experience in a postsecondary CTE program.
• Experience administering Perkins V grants or other federal workforce education grants.
• Familiarity with Idaho's postsecondary CTE landscape, regional workforce needs, and the Idaho Division of Career Technical Education.
• Experience with NC3 certification programs, dual enrollment, or secondary-to-postsecondary articulation.
• Record of successful enrollment growth and program development in a CTE or technical education context.
• Experience working in a rural or regional higher education environment.

Responsibilities:

Academic Leadership & Curriculum:

• Provide leadership and day-to-day administration for all programs within the School of Career & Technical Education, including Technical & Industrial programs and embedded academic programming across each academic division. Oversee Adult Learning and Workforce Training. Collaborate with the Health Professions Dean on financial oversight of the Allied Health Division.
• Oversee curriculum development, program review, and continuous improvement processes in alignment with LC State academic policy, NWCCU accreditation standards, and Idaho State Board of Education requirements.
• Supervise the assessment of student learning outcomes and program effectiveness; develop and implement improvement plans based on data.
• Ensure currency of course articulation agreements with regional high schools, community colleges, universities, and industry partners.
• Manage technical advisory committees for each CTE program, facilitating the incorporation of industry recommendations into curriculum and training.
• Collaborate with NC3 and other national partners to advance industry-recognized certifications embedded in CTE coursework.

Personnel & Faculty Development:

• Recruit, hire, supervise, mentor, and evaluate CTE faculty and staff, including full-time, adjunct, and classified employees, in accordance with college policy.
• Develop faculty teaching assignments and workload allocations.
• Promote a culture of instructional excellence, professional development, and continuous learning among CTE faculty and staff.
• Address and resolve personnel matters in coordination with Human Resources and the Provost's Office.
• Support faculty participation in governance processes, including senate, curriculum committee, and other faculty-led committees.

Budget, Grants & Resource Management:

• In conjunction with the Budget Office, develop and manage the CTE annual operating budget with transparency and faculty/staff input; present budget recommendations to the Provost/President.
• Serve as the institutional lead for the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act (Perkins V) grant, ensuring compliance with Idaho's state plan, accountability measures, and reporting requirements.
• Identify, pursue, and administer additional grant and funding opportunities (federal, state, and private) to support program expansion, equipment upgrades, and student scholarships.
• Prepare periodic cost analyses for each program, ensuring fiscal sustainability.
• Oversee the Schweitzer Career & Technical Education Center facility operations in coordination with campus facilities and community partners.

Student Success & Enrollment

• Champion student recruitment, retention, and completion strategies specific to CTE learners, including coordination of events such as the NC3 National Letter of Intent Signing Day.
• Collaborate with Admissions, Financial Aid, and Advising to develop clear enrollment pathways, stackable credentials, and articulation bridges from high school CTE into LC State programs.
• Ensure faculty provide adequate academic advising and student support services for CTE students.
• Track and analyze enrollment, retention, graduation, and employment placement data; use data to drive programmatic decisions.
• Additional duties include direct and indirect activities to support recruitment and retention of students.

Workforce & Community Partnerships

• Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships with regional employers, industry associations, economic development organizations, and sector-specific advisory boards.
• Represent LC State in local, regional, and statewide professional organizations and workforce development coalitions, including the Idaho Division of Career Technical Education (IDCTE), under the direction of the Provost.
• Collaborate with the Idaho Department of Labor, IDCTE, and Idaho's other technical and community colleges to align CTE offerings with the state's workforce needs.
• Maintain active relationships with neighboring school districts to support secondary-to-postsecondary CTE pipelines and dual enrollment opportunities.

Strategic Planning & Institutional Collaboration

• Contribute to the development and execution of LC State's strategic plan; align CTE goals with institutional priorities.
• Participate in senior academic leadership meetings, President's Cabinet, and institutional accreditation processes.
• Report on CTE program performance and strategic progress to the Provost, President, and State Board of Education as required.

Application Procedure:

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact Information or Letters for three (3) Professional References
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts requested upon hire)

This position is open until filled. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check and may also be subject to an education verification. LC State is an EEO/VETS employer.