Associate Dean - Manufacturing, Agriculture, and Construction Technologies (AMET) Division

Fox Valley Technical College•Appleton, WI

36d•$109,100 - $128,300•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides leadership and support in managing division operations and instructional programming across the Fox Valley Technical College District, ensuring alignment with the organization’s vision, mission, values, and strategic priorities. The Associate Dean directly supervises multiple instructional departments, programs, and related staff within the division and serves as a key resource and backup to the Division Dean.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or educational administration is required
Demonstrated leadership in a professional setting is required.
Two years of teaching experience is required, preferably at the community/technical college level.
Subject to FVTC’s Motor Vehicle Records Disclosure Check.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and travel to campus locations, regional centers, business and industry partners, educational institutions, and community events throughout and beyond the College district as needed.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred.
Three years of managerial supervisory experience at the community/technical college level is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of instructional programs.
Coordinate instructional programming and curriculum across assigned areas.
Oversee curriculum development, modification, and documentation in compliance with state and district requirements.
Lead the investigation and development of new programs in response to workforce and community needs.
Coordinate shared degree programs, articulation agreements, and academic partnerships with other institutions.
Assist with division strategic planning and operational priorities.
Develop, manage, and monitor assigned budgets and resources.
Support planning and evaluation related to facilities, technology, equipment, and instructional resources.
Participate in long-range planning to support division growth and operational effectiveness.
Monitor and analyze key performance indicators, including enrollment, FTE production, student success, graduate outcomes, program health and vitality, workload, contract training performance, and financial results.
Assess program performance and sustainability to identify opportunities for growth, improvement, and alignment with workforce and community needs.
Use data to support decision-making, resource allocation, strategic planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide leadership in the development and implementation of flexible and alternative instructional delivery methods.
Ensure consistency and quality of instructional delivery across campuses and regional centers.
Coordinate continuing education programming and assigned contract training services.
Support instructional scheduling, program operations, and delivery across the division.
Hire, supervise, coach, develop, and evaluate assigned faculty and staff.
Provide leadership to functional and cross-functional teams and projects.
Foster employee engagement, collaboration, and professional development.
Support effective communication and alignment across departments and teams.
Promote and maintain strong partnerships with industry, community organizations, and other key stakeholders.
Collaborate with industry and institutional leaders to ensure the relevance and currency of academic programs and workforce training.
Develop new partnerships that support innovative educational opportunities and workforce solutions.
Represent the College in industry, community, and workforce development initiatives.
Develop grants, projects, and corporate partnerships that support program enhancement and growth.
Serve as a member of the Division Leadership Team and assist with overall division management.
Monitor key performance indicators, including enrollment, productivity, workload, program performance, and financial outcomes.
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives and well-documented project implementation.
Serve as a resource and support division leadership in achieving strategic and operational goals.
Serve as a division liaison to Student Services regarding program admissions, enrollment, and graduation, involving department chairs and faculty as appropriate.
Implement and support academic advising of program students.
Address student issues as appropriate.
Provide direction for the development and maintenance of active advisory committees for assigned programs, addressing district policy requirements.
Develop and maintain community linkages appropriate to the role of associate dean.
Participate on institutional committees, projects, task forces, etc. as appropriate.
Promote involvement of students and staff in co-curricular student organizations.

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance
retirement contributions to the Wisconsin Retirement System and 403(b)/457 plan options
paid time off
sick leave
holidays
bereavement leave
recess periods
life and disability insurance, with options for additional coverage
flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions)
wellbeing programs
training, certifications, and tuition reimbursement
onsite health and wellbeing clinic
dental clinic
fitness center
Parent/Child Center (onsite child care)
library
café
printing services
Trilogy Salon & Spa