Dean of Business and Information Technology

Olympic College • Bremerton Campus, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dean of Business and Information Technology (B&T) at Olympic College provides leadership for instructional programs and services in the division, supporting faculty, students, and staff in achieving academic and institutional goals. The Dean oversees division budgets, supports effective communication, implements instructional policies and procedures, and fosters collaboration across the college and with external institutions. The division includes academic transfer and professional-technical programs, including three bachelor’s degrees, 11 associate degrees, 26 certificates, and internship preparation and learning. The Dean supervises faculty and staff across several academic programs and disciplines and is supported by a Division Program Manager and Division Outreach Coordinator.

The position is a full-time, exempt administrative role reporting to the Vice President of Instruction. It is scheduled Monday through Friday and requires a regular on-campus presence, with occasional evenings and weekends. The employee must reside in Washington State within a reasonable distance of campus and may travel frequently to Olympic College campuses or other sites. Olympic College cannot sponsor visas; candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• Experience in a community college as a faculty member or administrator.
• At least two years of administrative experience in higher education, such as Dean, Associate Dean, Director, or Department Chair; administrative leadership experience within a faculty role may be considered.
• At least two years of full-time teaching experience in higher education.
• Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills.
• Adhere to faculty and staff collective bargaining agreements in division operations.
• Maintain regular on-campus presence Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends as required.
• Reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of campus at the time of hiring.
• Be currently authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Complete a background check and the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required for WB HB 2327.
• Apply online and submit an Olympic College application, resume, cover letter, and unofficial college transcripts; the successful candidate must provide official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching experience in a Business or Information Technology discipline.
• Leadership experience in accreditation, program review, and assessment.
• Experience formally supervising faculty.
• Demonstrated expertise in budget development and management.
• Experience managing external partnerships.
• Experience obtaining or managing grants.
• Experience with community college pathway strategies and student success initiatives.
• Ability to support improved outcomes for historically underserved student populations.
• Ability to build trust-based relationships with faculty, staff, and college leadership and navigate complex situations with discretion, sound judgment, and emotional intelligence.
• Embrace emerging educational technologies and innovative teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership for B&T initiatives aligned with the college’s strategic priorities.
• Advocate for B&T faculty, students, and resources in support of institutional goals.
• Use enrollment, retention, transfer, and student outcomes data to guide decisions about scheduling, curriculum, and resource allocation.
• Mentor faculty on inclusive pedagogy, assessment strategies, and high-impact teaching practices.
• Supervise and support full-time and adjunct faculty, as well as exempt, classified, and/or hourly division employees.
• Manage tenure processes and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
• Serve as a liaison between the division and other college units.
• Participate in college-wide initiatives, including accreditation, strategic planning, and shared governance.
• Oversee B&T curriculum development, program offerings, and partnerships with external organizations.
• Encourage and support faculty in preparing grant proposals.
• Recruit, hire, and retain diverse, highly qualified division personnel.
• Manage division budgets and resources.
• Ensure instructional spaces meet faculty and student needs.

Benefits

• Medical and vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance and accidental dismemberment coverage
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA
• Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan
• TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan
• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation, sick, and personal holiday leave
• Aflac
• Auto and home insurance
• Space-available tuition waiver
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness center
• Reduced-rate and priority consideration for on-site childcare, based on space availability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director