Dean of Advanced Manufacturing

Renton Technical College; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Renton Technical College invites applications for the Dean of Advanced Manufacturing to lead the division with strategic vision and results-oriented goals. The Dean will oversee program direction, faculty and staff development, and collaboration with industry partners to support college-wide priorities.

The role emphasizes fiscal oversight, sustainable planning, and workforce initiatives designed to retain and recruit students.

Qualifications

• Strong strategic leadership capabilities for an academic division.
• Experience in building workforce development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and leadership for the Advanced Manufacturing Division.
• Oversee fiscal planning and administrative oversight for programs, faculty, and staff.
• Collaborate with industry partners to align programs with workforce needs.

Job description

Renton Technical College is seeking a Dean of Advanced Manufacturingto provide strategic vision and leadership for the Advanced Manufacturing Division. The Dean is responsible for fiscal oversight, sustainable planning, and the development and implementation of key workforce initiatives. This role will support the retention and recruitment of students, including the collaboration and contribution towards college-wide operational and strategic priorities. The Dean also provides leadership and direction for the division's programs, faculty, and staff to ensure success across all areas.

This is a full-time, and exempt position reporting to the Vice President of Instruction. The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $150,000 annually. The priority consideration date is September 7, 2026.

Renton Technical College, located southeast of Seattle, has provided quality education in a variety of occupations for over 75 years. Our professional-technical certificate and degree programs offer entry and mid-level training in the areas of allied health, trades, and industry, culinary, business, technology, and automotive. Our outstanding college & career pathways program with classes in adult basic education, English as a second language, and GED preparation is available to those who need additional preparation before entering a training program and for those who simply wish to improve their math and English skills. Career Education and apprenticeships degrees round out our offerings.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Support the college's mission by creating a learning and work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking. Contribute to the appreciation of multicultural understanding.
• Collaborate with businesses and industry to provide leadership and administrative oversight for the college’s Workforce, Trades, & Economic Development Programs that ensures consistency with current, changing and future needs of students and the workforce community.
• Provide direction and lead the division in developing and offering current, relevant and effective high demand programs.
• Work with faculty in curriculum review and revision, outcomes assessment, and improvement processes.