Dean of Secondary Programs

Uasys

Hope (AR)

On-site

USD 49,000 - 59,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana (UACCHT) seeks a Dean of Secondary Programs to provide visionary leadership for the Hope Collegiate Academy and Texarkana Collegiate Academy. You will liaise with UAHT and districts to ensure high‑quality academics and career pathways for high school students while maintaining state compliance.

Responsibilities include program planning, budgeting, scheduling, and promoting academies to stakeholders.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
At least three years of experience in secondary or postsecondary education with supervisory or administrative responsibilities.
Strong understanding of dual credit/early college high school programs and CTE pathways.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with K–12 and higher education stakeholders.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary administrator for the Hope and Texarkana Collegiate Academies.
Coordinate with UAHT and local school district leadership on schedules, operations, and instructional programming.
Enroll, register, and advise students each semester.
Develop MOUs with partner districts and manage program budgets and policies.
Lead annual college visits to the University of Arkansas and promote academies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field

Job description

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Type of Position:

Senior Administration - Academic Deans

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Job Type:

Regular

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Institution Name:

University of Arkansas Community College at Hope - Texarkana

The University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana (UACCHT) is a proud member of the University of Arkansas System. The University of Arkansas System is comprised of land‑grant research institutions, a teaching hospital, five community colleges, two schools of law, a presidential school, a residential math and science high school, and an online university, as well as divisions of agriculture, archaeology and criminal justice. These entities exhibit unmatched economic and social impact across the state by providing numerous academic and professional opportunities. Below you will find the details for the position currently available at UACCHT including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

Division of Academics

Summary of Job Duties:

The Dean of Secondary Programs provides visionary leadership and oversight for the Hope Collegiate Academy, Texarkana Collegiate Academy, Hope Secondary Career Center, and Texarkana Secondary Career Center. The Dean serves as a critical liaison between the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana and area school districts, ensuring high-quality academic and career pathways for high school students while maintaining compliance with state policies and institutional goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Collegiate Academy Programs

Serve as the primary administrator for the Hope and Texarkana Collegiate Academies.
Collaborate with UAHT and local school district leadership to develop and implement academic schedules, daily operations, and instructional programming.
Organize and deliver student and parent/guardian orientations.
Enroll, register, and advise students each semester.
Monitor academic progress and support student success through communication with faculty and administrators.
Assist with student discipline in collaboration with the UAHT Dean of Students and Vice Chancellor of Student Services.
Develop and manage program budgets and policies.
Plan and lead an annual college visit to the University of Arkansas.
Work with UAHT Communications and the high schools to market and promote the academies.
Help maintain both academies' social media pages.
Maintain awareness of state policies, high school graduation requirements, and develop annual MOUs with partner districts.

Secondary Career Center Programs

Collaborate with service-area school districts to promote and grow enrollment in career center programs.
Work with the UAHT Dean of Business, Trade, and Industry to coordinate course scheduling and staffing.
Register and advise students enrolled in career and technical education (CTE) pathways.
Manage career center budgets and student degree plans.
Attend state-level career center director meetings and stay current on CTE policy developments.
Develop MOUs for each participating school district and create marketing materials to support enrollment and awareness.
Serve as the primary point of contact for school districts regarding career center programming and compliance.
Order necessary student supplies.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
At least three years of experience in secondary or postsecondary education, with supervisory or administrative responsibilities.
Strong understanding of dual credit/early college high school programs and CTE pathways.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with K–12 and higher education stakeholders.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Arkansas building-level or district-level administrator certification.
Experience with program development, student advising, or academic scheduling.
Budget management experience.
Familiarity with state education policies and requirements for high school and career education.

Additional Information:

Salary Information: $54,000.00

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
ResumeUnofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Must submit all required documents.

Recruitment Contact Information:

Kathryn Hopkins
870-722-8164

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check
Motor Vehicle Reports Check

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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