METHOD OF APPLICATION: Online application at www.montcalm.edu/employment. Attach your cover letter, detailed resume, transcripts, and three reference letters.

Title: Dean for Occupational Programs & Workforce Development

Department: Academic Affairs

Employee Group: Administration

Employee Classification (if applicable): N/A

Immediate Supervisor: Vice President for Academic Affairs

Supervises: Occupational Faculty and Greenville Campus Staff

Hours: 40

EX/NE: Exempt

General Description: The Dean for Occupational Programs and Workforce Developmentis a liaison to Montcalm Community College’s business and industry partners, and community. This position is responsible for customized training, apprenticeships, non-credit courses and programs, advisory committees, consulting services, and job assessment.

Position Duties/Functions:

1. Exercise good stewardship of college resources and adhere to college policies, procedures, and contractual obligations in the administration of assigned responsibilities.

2. Oversee Greenville Campus operations.

3. Ensure course and program assessment occurs in all programs within the division.

4. Participate in the creation and management of the schedules for all credit and non-credit classes including summer camps.

5. Participate in review of course evaluations.

6. Cultivate business and industry relationships and provide appropriate business solutions.

7. Provide consultative and assessment services to business and industry clients including training needs assessment, workforce grant preparation, and customized training development and delivery.

a. Manage Michigan New Jobs Training Program process.

8. Serve as the College’s primary workforce training representative for Ionia, Gratiot, Newaygo, and Montcalm Counties.

9. Supervise all occupational programs (except for nursing and health careers) to ensure MCC’s occupational programs are current and kept up to date and relevant to regional workforce needs and industry standards.

10. Ensure all courses are staffed meeting Higher Learning Commission credentialing requirements.

11. Oversee and write appropriate grants including Carl D. Perkin’s grant.

12. Support and actively participate in the College’s strategic planning processes.

13. Serve as part of the Expanded Executive Team.

14. Coordinate mentorship program for industrial occupational adjunct faculty.

15. Serve as a contact person and ensure compliance with appropriate local, state, or federal agency reporting requirements.

16. Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Academic Affairs or College President.

Required Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree required; doctoral degree preferred.

2. College level teaching and/or business/industrial experience.

3. Demonstrated excellence in organizational/management skills.

4. Commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college.

5. Familiarity with and commitment to the mission and goals of Montcalm Community College.

6. Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in assessing training needs and developing appropriate training.

7. Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in developing and nurturing community and business networks.

8. Demonstrated ability to work positively and productively with students, college staff, community groups, business and industry personnel, and the general public.

9. Demonstrated excellence in written, oral, and interpersonal communication.

10. Demonstrated ability to work as a team member as well as independently.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, high deductible health plan-fully funded. Long-term disability, Group Term life insurance, vacation, and sick leave. Tuition free study (some limitations) for self and dependents age 25 and under

REMUNERATION: $75,000 - $88,000 (determined by experience)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 3, 2023

START DATE: Mid-January to Early February 2023

METHOD OF APPLICATION: Online application at www.montcalm.edu/employment. Attach your cover letter, detailed resume, transcripts, and three reference letters.

It is the policy and practice of Montcalm Community College to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of race, sex, pregnancy, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, height, weight, disability or veteran status, or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment, and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. In addition, no person, on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression shall be discriminated against in educational programs, activities, or admissions. Arrangements can be made to ensure that the lack of English-language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location