Dean of Instruction

Maricopa Community College district; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement for employees &/

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) seeks a Dean of Instruction for Scottsdale Community College to provide visionary and collaborative leadership in Academic Affairs. The role focuses on Career & Technical Education, program development, assessment, and program review, working to align SCC’s offerings with community and industry needs.

The Dean reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs and collaborates with faculty, staff, and external partners to advance student success,

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or field related to area of assignment with five years of progressively responsible management/leadership experience, including three years of supervisory experience.
• Master's degree in teaching field related to area(s) of assignment with five years of experience in an academic leadership and/or supervisory role in higher education and three years of teaching that includes curriculum/coursework development.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, direction, review, and coordination for Career & Technical Education (CTE) and Career Services programs, projects, services, and partnerships by working with faculty and staff to improve outcomes for students.
• Collaborates with faculty, community partners, and industry to develop and enhance programs to meet current and future workforce needs.
• Utilizes shared governance to provide leadership in collaboration with department chairs, program directors, faculty, and staff to guide development opportunities pertaining to non-credit, dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, assessment, program review, and other accreditation activities.
• Develops and sustains strategic partnerships with business and industry, economic and workforce development organizations, and non-profit/community-based organizations, and prepares, recommends, and manages operating workforce development funds/budgets.
• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of faculty and staff in Academic Affairs
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Partnership building

Strategic planning

Education

Master's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Job ID

323246

Location

Scottsdale Community College

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Salary Range

$111,666.61 - $145,166.29/annually, DOE

Grade

125

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar

12 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision - creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Campus Statement

Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is proud to be the only two-year public higher education institution located on Native American land. As one of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges, SCC currently serves more than 7,000 full and part-time students each semester from its surrounding communities, including the cities of Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Phoenix, and the Salt River Pima - Maricopa Indian Community.

We are seeking dedicated and collaborative staff and faculty who are passionate about teaching, learning, and fostering student success. We welcome individuals who are eager to contribute their ideas and expertise to help guide the ongoing development of SCC's priorities and strategic initiatives.

At SCC we are proud of our reputation as an innovative college that is focused on student success. Come join us in our desire to improve the quality of life in our communities by providing challenging, supportive, and engaging learning experiences.

SCC Wins the 2022 Sterling Award

MCCCD Fast Facts

SCC Healthy AZ Platinum Award Recipient- 2025

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is currently seeking a full-time Dean of Instruction. The Dean of Instruction is responsible for visionary, innovative, and collaborative leadership in support of the Academic Affairs Division. The Dean of Instruction provides leadership and vision for career and technical education, program/project development, implementation, assessment, and program review/evaluation. This position reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs. Additional responsibilities include actively engaging partnerships serving as a bridge between SCC programs/faculty and community/industry needs.

As part of SCC's Leadership Team, the Dean promotes a culture of care and collaboration, process improvement, data-driven decision-making, programmatic excellence, and service excellence and demonstrates a genuine commitment to access and inclusion. The Dean works closely with academic affairs, student affairs, and administrative services administrators, faculty, and staff in support of student success. This position requires in-person presence to meet the needs of students, staff, and faculty.

For additional information about this opportunity, please review the SCC Dean of Instruction Webpage and Search Prospectus.

Essential Functions

30% - Provides leadership, direction, review, and coordination for Career & Technical Education (CTE) and Career Services programs, projects, services, and partnerships by working with faculty and staff to improve outcomes for students

25% - Collaborates with faculty, community partners, and industry to develop and enhance programs to meet current and future workforce needs

15% - Utilizes shared governance to provide leadership in collaboration with department chairs, program directors, faculty, and staff to guide development opportunities pertaining to non-credit, dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, assessment, program review, and other accreditation activities

15% - Develops and sustains strategic partnerships with business and industry, economic and workforce development organizations, and non-profit/community-based organizations, and prepares, recommends, and manages operating workforce development funds/budgets. Works closely with faculty and staff in facilitation of CTE projects and expenditures: prepares reports (i.e., Perkins, Prop 301, College year-end)

10% - Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of faculty and staff in Academic Affairs

5% - Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for Student Affairs or non-academic pathway: Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or field related to area of assignment and five (5) years of progressively responsible management and/or leadership experience in field of assignment that includes three (3) years of supervisory experience. Examples of student affairs academic support or non-academic pathway management/leadership experience includes: program management, project management, budget development and management related to programs or projects, staff supervision, policy development, administration, evaluation and compliance. No degree equivalency.

OR

Minimum Qualifications for Academic pathway: Master's degree in a teaching field related to area(s) of assignment and five (5) years of experience in an academic leadership and/or supervisory role in higher education and three (3) years of teaching that includes curriculum/coursework development. Examples of academic leadership/supervisory experience includes: division/department chair, project management, policy development, administration, evaluation and compliance, committee leadership, program director, and shared governance. No degree equivalency.

Desired Qualifications

1. Doctoral degree in a recognized academic field of study from an accredited college or university.
2. Three (3) or more years of teaching experience, preferably in the community colleges.
3. Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience serving as a dean, program director, department chair, or similar leadership position.
4. Demonstrated experience partnering with faculty to develop, implement, evaluate, and strengthen academic and/or Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, including the strategic allocation and stewardship of resources to support student success and completion.
5. Demonstrated experience developing and sustaining business, industry, and/or community partnerships that advance academic programs, workforce pathways, or student opportunities.
6. Demonstrated experience using shared governance, collaboration, and evidence-informed decision-making to advance institutional priorities and measurable outcomes.
7. Evidence of outcomes-driven leadership in CTE and/or workforce education, including collaboration with Career Services, industry partners, or other stakeholders to strengthen pathways from education to employment.
8. One year of full-time, relevant MCCCD experience within the previous two years.

Special Working Conditions

• Travel to campus during the interview/selection process will be at the candidate's own expense.
• Will be required to travel or be assigned to other MCCCD locations.
• May be required to work evenings and weekends.
• May require prolonged periods of sitting and viewing a computer screen.
• May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs.
• This position requires a physical presence on campus with possible partial remote work depending on business needs to best serve the students, department, and college.

Posting Close Date

Apply on or before September 28, 2026 to be considered.

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.