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GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:

Serves as principal academic and administrative leader of the School of Arts, Sciences and Education, and the School of Public Affairs and Social Services, working to achieve the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives. The Dean has the responsibility for, planning, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, curriculum, instruction, program and instructional quality, student academic success and other academic matters. This position actively represents and promotes the Schools and the College to students, business and industry, parents, professional organizations, secondary and post-secondary articulation partners, and other relevant constituencies. The Dean may deliver assigned classes in accordance with College loading policy and course objectives as needed. Proactively and in collaboration with Ivy+ Career Link, identifies opportunities and challenges for the Schools particularly in the context of linkages to economic sectors, current and future workforce needs and instructional resources, and the College’s and the Campus’s Strategic Plan. Provides strategic leadership for campus academic support services and faculty development initiatives that promote student success, instructional excellence, and institutional effectiveness. Oversee academic support operations, including testing, tutoring, and library services, while leading campus-based professional development programs for faculty and adjunct faculty to ensure alignment with College priorities, compliance requirements, and continuous improvement goals. This position reports to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs & Career Link, matrix reporting to School Vice Presidents.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

LEADERSHIP:
1. Work with the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and School Vice Presidents to support the College’s mission, strategic planning and College development initiatives.
2. Proactively link with business and industry regarding current and future College curricula within the division.
3. Work with Vice Chancellor, School Vice Presidents, individual program and department chairs, and other faculty to plan for curriculum development, modifications and deletions; set priorities for resource needs and provide program analysis.
4. Recommend instructional and general policies, conduct meetings to facilitate planning and collegial decision-making and to keep staff informed about issues and projects for the overall College instructional program.
5. Maintain current knowledge of trends and innovations in post-secondary education.
6. Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus.
7. Provide leadership for program improvement, development, and review and recommend changes to maintain relevance of academic programs and to meet student, business and industry, workforce and community needs.
8. Promote excellence in learning centered teaching and promote faculty engagement in scholarly activities.
9. Link the College’s Strategic Plan with School strategies, objectives and initiatives.
10. Ensure School’s compliance with applicable policies, accreditation standards and legal requirements.

11. Provides direct supervision to the Director of Academic Support Services and oversees the operational effectiveness of campus academic support functions, including Testing Services, Tutoring Services, and Library Services. Ensures services are aligned with institutional goals, support student success and retention, maintain compliance with College policies, and continuously improve the student experience.

12. Oversees campus-based professional development programs for faculty and adjunct faculty, including planning, delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement of training and development activities that support instructional excellence, student success, and alignment with College priorities. 

INSTRUCTION:
1. Deliver assigned classes in accordance with College loading policy and course objectives.
2. Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and other course materials.
3. Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Maintain a safe, quality classroom/ lab, including equipment, supplies, inventory and maintenance.

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT:
1. Coordinate with Student Affairs and Marketing and Communications activities for student recruitment, advising, registration, retention, graduation and other promotional activities.
2. Develop secondary and post-secondary linkages, including the facilitation of high school-based dual credit initiatives.
3. Facilitate the development of course schedules conducive to student enrollment.
4. Participate in career services and alumni activities.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT:
1. Develop and manage the School and Department budgets consistent with college policy and sound financial management principles.
2. Facilitate data-driven analysis of information regarding curriculum related matters.
3. Facilitate program review process in timely manner.
4. Identify and prioritize Division needs, secure available funding, and strategically allocate and re-allocate resources.
5. Confer with faculty regarding ideas for program improvement to find resources for development through grants, College development initiatives and special projects.
6. Work with the Campus Development Office to identify and secure specific fundraising opportunities that support the priorities and needs of the Division.

STAFFING:
1. Interview and participate in selecting employees; orient, train, supervise, develop, evaluate, mentor, counsel, and terminate personnel according to established policies and procedures.
2. Facilitate assignment of faculty to classes, monitor schedules and workload for accuracy throughout the semester.

3. Responsible for the supervision of the Director of Academic Support Services.

ADVISING AND STUDENT SUCCESS:
1. Work with faculty and staff to assess students and continuously monitor their progress for success.
2. Ensure compliance with College policy to resolve student issues and assist faculty and staff to refer issues (student behavior, grade changes, etc.) to appropriate departments.
3. Provide student advising support as assigned.

INSTITUTIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE:
1. Participate in department, campus and college-wide committees.
2. Serve discipline by providing leadership and participation in appropriate professional associations and organizations.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS/OUTREACH:
1. Communicate with leaders in the private and public sectors and in educational agencies to determine needs for new courses and programs and establish advisory committees as appropriate.
2. Directly work with Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Campus Vice President for promotion of the Campus and College development initiatives.
3. Facilitate academic partnerships between the Division and four-year transfer institutions; assure maximum course articulation for students.
4. Participate and provide professional expertise to aid or lead organizations that create linkages between the college and the community.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs & Career Link

SUPERVISION GIVEN: Designated full-time and adjunct faculty; designated staff

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Meet faculty credentials per ASOM 7.1 for at least one program within School of Arts, Sciences and Education or the School of Public Affairs and Social Services:

If credentialing under School of Arts, Sciences and Education, minimum of five years related teaching experience with at least two years full-time equivalency teaching in higher education and if credentialing under School of Public Affairs and Social Services, has relevant professional certification or licensure in the field or two years of directly postmaster degree related work experience.

• Evidence of ongoing professional development and maintaining currency in the field.
• Demonstrated competency in supervision and leadership
• A combination of industry with teaching/training experience may be considered in lieu of specific years’ experience as noted above.

• Committed to an environment where team members feel valued, respected, and supported.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to a workplace culture that recognizes and appreciates varied perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.

• Passionate about creating and maintaining a team dynamic that encourages open communication and mutual respect.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Experience with secondary and post-secondary partnerships or community partnerships
• Evidence of contributions to the community and to the profession
• Involvement in a workforce development initiative, service on an industry council, or other related activity
 

Classification:

Administrative Faculty, F-2-F-5

Salary:

The salary for this position at an F-2 faculty rank is $82,000 annually.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.