Instructional Dean Below you will find details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for this opening. To apply for this position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Position Information Position Title Instructional Dean Classification Title Administrator Position Number B217PD Grade Level D3 Starting Wage/Salary $91,000 -$110,000 plus exceptional benefits. Close Date 02/09/2025 Open Until Filled No Open Until Filled Notes Position Type/Employee Class Administrative Faculty Status Not applicable FTE 1.0 Contract Months 12 Months Overtime Eligible Exempt Location Bend Hybrid Remote Work Eligible? No Exceptional COCC Benefits Summary CLICK HERE TO VIEW BENEFITS & PERKS Primary Purpose In this position, you will lead academic programs in Career & Technical Education, some transfer, and instructional support areas while fostering excellence, supporting student success through innovative programming and building partnerships that promote equitable education both within the college and throughout the community. Essential Duties and Responsibilities No two days are the same in this role, but here are some broad activities in which you will be engaged: + You will lead academic departments by ensuring alignment with the College mission, overseeing program development, maintaining accreditation standards, and managing Perkins funding while fostering innovation and community partnerships. + You will direct personnel management including hiring, evaluation, supervision, and professional development of faculty and staff, while supporting promotions and tenure processes and collective bargaining compliance. + You will oversee administrative functions including course scheduling, budget management, grant development, and representation on various college committees and councils at local, regional, and national levels. + You will drive student success by facilitating high-quality instruction, leading assessment practices, conducting classroom observations, and coordinating with department chairs to address student concerns. + You will promote an inclusive environment by modeling cultural competency, ensuring ADA compliance, advocating for diverse perspectives, and supporting student services from orientation through career planning. + You will collaborate with a dynamic and focused dean team and Vice President of Academic Affairs who prioritize faculty and student success. Department Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies. + Effective and positive collaboration in a team environment, actively participating in group decision-making, communicating openly, and supporting the team in its work toward common goals + Strong commitment to shared governance and to serving as an advocate for faculty, staff, and diverse student learners within institutional policies, practices, and strategic directions. + Demonstrated commitment to the concept, values, and ideals of a comprehensive community college and to teaching excellence and standards of quality in all areas of instruction and instructional support. + Demonstrated ability to manage personnel, budgets, and instructional resources; familiarity with regional accreditation standards, with specialized accreditation, certification, and licensure requirements. + Proven record of leadership in outcomes assessment and data-driven decision making + Ability to work cooperatively with, and contribute to, a diverse workplace through ideas or experience. Ergonomic Requirements Working hours are generally Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Additional hours or schedule changes may be required based on work requirements including attending monthly evening board meetings. Work is performed in an office setting, mostly sitting with frequent computer use. Individual is required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Requirements Education + Master’s Degree in a discipline related to the mission and programs of the college. Experience + Two (2) years college teaching experience as a full-time faculty member or closely related equivalent. + Two (2) years administrative experience in an academic setting. + Two (2) years of successful leadership experience within a complex organization, including supervision of staff. Equivalency Statement The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process. Preferred Qualifications Education + Earned doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution. Experience + Experience as a dean, chair, or program director in an academic setting; + Administrative experience and/or supervision of both Transfer and Career and Technical Education programs in an accredited community college. EEO Statement The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211. This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3. In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.