Dear for School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science

Ivy Tech Community College•Bloomington, IN

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Ivy Tech Bloomington campus seeks a principal academic and administrative leader for the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Sciences. The School includes degree programs in areas such as Advanced Automation & Robotics, Biotechnology, Building Construction, Design Technology HVAC, and Industrial Technology. The Dean helps advance the College’s mission and strategic plan and is responsible for planning, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, curriculum, instruction, program and instructional quality, student academic success, and other academic matters. The Dean represents and promotes the School and College to students, business and industry, professional organizations, educational partners, and other relevant constituencies. The Dean may teach assigned classes as needed, consistent with College loading policy and course objectives, and works proactively with Corporate College to identify opportunities and challenges tied to economic sectors, workforce needs, and instructional resources. The position is based in Bloomington, with some regional and statewide travel, and pays $100,000 per year. Applicants should attach unofficial transcripts demonstrating minimum qualifications. Application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. The Dean supports academic leadership and planning, enrollment management, resource management, staffing, advising and student success, institutional and professional service, and community relations. The position reports to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. Other logically associated duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Master’s degree, preferably in a related field, or a master’s degree in any field with 18 credit hours in a related field.
At least 3 years of applicable industry experience.
At least 5 years of related teaching experience.
Meets faculty credentials under ASOM 7.1 for at least one program within the division overseen.
Evidence of ongoing professional development and maintaining currency in the field.
Demonstrated competency in supervision and leadership.
A combination of industry experience with teaching or training experience may be considered in lieu of the specified years of experience.

Responsibilities

Support the College’s mission, strategic planning, and development initiatives in collaboration with the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and School Vice President.
Build and maintain links with business and industry regarding current and future curricula, workforce needs, and economic sectors.
Collaborate with academic leaders, program and department chairs, and faculty on curriculum development, modifications, deletions, resource priorities, and program analysis.
Recommend instructional and general policies, lead planning and collegial decision-making meetings, and keep staff informed about College instructional matters.
Maintain knowledge of trends and innovations in post-secondary education and participate in discipline-related scholarly activities.
Lead program improvement, development, and review, recommending changes to keep programs relevant to students, employers, workforce needs, and the community.
Promote excellence in learning-centered teaching and faculty engagement in scholarly activities.
Connect the College Strategic Plan with School strategies, objectives, and initiatives; ensure compliance with policies, accreditation standards, and legal requirements.
Coordinate with Student Affairs and Marketing and Communications on recruitment, advising, registration, retention, graduation, and promotional activities.
Develop secondary and post-secondary educational linkages, including high school-based dual-credit initiatives.
Facilitate course scheduling that supports student enrollment and participate in career services and alumni activities.
Develop and manage the School budget in accordance with College policy and sound financial management principles.
Facilitate data-driven curriculum analysis and timely program reviews.
Identify and prioritize School needs, secure available funding, and allocate or reallocate resources strategically.
Work with faculty to identify program-improvement ideas and resources through grants, College development initiatives, and special projects.
Work with the Campus Development Office to identify and secure fundraising opportunities supporting School priorities.
Participate in employee selection and oversee orientation, training, supervision, development, evaluation, mentoring, counseling, and termination in accordance with policies and procedures.
Coordinate faculty class assignments and monitor schedules and workload for accuracy throughout the semester.
Work with faculty and staff to assess students and monitor their progress; ensure student issues are resolved or referred in accordance with College policy; provide student advising support as assigned.
Participate in department, campus, and College-wide committees and provide leadership and participation in relevant professional associations and organizations.
Engage private- and public-sector leaders and educational agencies to identify needs for courses and programs and establish advisory committees as appropriate.
Work with academic and campus leadership to promote the Campus and College development initiatives.
Facilitate academic partnerships with four-year transfer institutions and maximize course articulation.
Provide professional expertise to organizations that create links between the College and the community.
Teach assigned classes when needed, in accordance with College loading policy and course objectives.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account and employer contribution.
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and orthodontia coverage.
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources at no cost.
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards.
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
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.
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
Paid professional development opportunities.
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess.
Flexible work arrangements where available.
Paid childbirth recovery leave of 8 weeks.
Paid parental leave of 4 weeks.
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and retail services.