The Dean of Workforce Development will plan, direct, and review the activities and operations of all workforce development programs, including Transitional and Career Studies, WIOA, Public Safety, and campus and community continuing education programs. The Dean will coordinate assigned activities with other college departments and outside agencies, and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Senior Vice President of Student Services and Workforce Development.

The duties of the Dean of Workforce Development include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain coordination with the Senior Vice President of Student Services and Workforce Development and division staff to facilitate the proper operation of the College environment 
• Be responsible for divisional compliance with standards, procedures, and accreditation
• Participate in the process for hiring and screening of part-time and full-time educators and staff for the College
• Supervise the WIOA director and provide oversight for associated policies and procedures for compliance
• Develop, plan, and implement goals and objectives, policies and procedures, and new courses for curriculum and workforce development programs
• Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with business and industry partners as well as external agencies and accrediting bodies
• Supervise the activities and operation of all workforce development and public safety matters in Lenoir, Jones, and Greene Counties 
• Evaluate and ensure that operations meet the goals and objectives of the College and the needs of the student population
• Establish and monitor program evaluation systems and procedures
• Assist in the conduct of external program evaluation as required
• Direct, oversee, and participate in the development of the continuing education work plans
• Assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow processes
• Review and evaluate work, methods, and procedures
• Work with employees to correct deficiencies and develop improvement plans 
• Administer and direct the maintenance of various grants
• Develop and write grant proposals
• Ensure the College complies with pertinent grant requirements; prepare reports as required
• Plan, develop, and coordinate advertising for continuing education programs
• Prepare news releases, public service announcements, and a variety of other communication for the media
• Implement strategic plan priorities and initiatives
• Coordinate the development of promotional literature with continuing education staff
• Develop, lead, and coordinate associate deans, coordinators, directors, and support staff in the effort to produce and deliver quality instruction for all workforce development courses
• Lead staff in performance improvement for performance measures
• Review, modify, and evaluate goals and objectives annually for the Accountability and Integrity Plan
• Ensure compliance with required class visitations and documentation
• Assist with monitoring state and special budget expenditures and prepare necessary revisions

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution is required; doctorate preferred
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the development and administration of community college instructional programs or administrative departments 
• Experience with instruction and/or administration of curriculum and workforce development programs
• Experience directly supervising full-time community college personnel and demonstrated ability to lead others and build strong teams
• A record of community involvement and demonstrated ability to collaborate with business and industry partners
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, business acumen, and a growth mindset

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment
• Infrequently lifting and carrying items up to 10 lbs
• Infrequently twisting or bending at the waist or reaching overhead
• Infrequently traveling between buildings on campus, to other campuses, locally or out-of-town to attend meetings and conferences
• Frequently listening to and talking with students, faculty, and other staff members either in person or by phone

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Lenoir Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against and/or exclusion from participation in any benefits or activities by any person, either on the staff and faculty or in the student body, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, political affiliation, or disability.