Academic Dean Of Building And Transportation

Classification Title MnSCU Administrator 6 Working Title Academic Dean of Building and Transportation Hire Types Administrator Division Hennepin Technical College Department Academic Affairs Unit Manufacturing Engineering Technology Location Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie Campus FLSA Exempt Full/Part Time Full Time FTE 1.0 Employment Condition At Will Work Shift Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week Work Schedule/Hours/Days Posting Details

Hennepin Technical College seeks a Academic Dean of Building and Transportation dedicated to excellence in career and technical education who desires to become part of an environment that values excellence, innovation, and inclusion. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong combination of leadership, human resources, labor relations, and change management experience to ensure success for the department, the college, and the community it serves.

Salary Minimum $89,250 Salary Maximum $142,800 Salary Type Annual Bargaining Unit/Plan 220, Minnesota State Administrators/State Managerial Plan Job Description

The Academic Dean of Academic Dean of Building and Transportation provides visionary academic leadership and direction for portions of academic affairs of Hennepin Technical College, including all the college sites in the area of curriculum, hiring, and training of new staff. As an administrator, this person supports and advances a campus culture of equity and inclusion within the division as well as throughout the college community. Campus administrative coverage for day, evening, and weekends is a basic component with the ability to properly handle emergency situations and student concerns. Participation on college-wide committees and task forces is required as well as providing leadership with college-wide initiatives. The position holder is responsible for program development and revision at the college in consultation with the vice president of academic and student affairs, faculty, and other division deans. In addition, this position requires interaction with external accrediting bodies, collaborative work with other programs, community stakeholders, and educational disciplines that support student learning.

This person will work internally with the vice president of academic and student affairs, academic and student affairs deans, support staff, liberal arts faculty, technical program faculty, and department team leaders (department chairs and coordinators).

Characteristics, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise the development and/or revision of curricula and implement instructional programs;

• Develop course schedules and assignments collaboratively with faculty administration;

• Ensures management of labs, equipment, and other program and department resources;

• Facilitates the effective implementation of college policies, procedures, and guidelines;

• Develops annual individual and department goals;

• Prepares and maintains program and department budgets;

• Ensures appropriate professional development for faculty and staff;

• Creates an environment for successful development and working relationships of teams;

• Resolves issues and problems that may arise with faculty, staff, and students;

• Facilitates the effective implementation of the program advancement process (including program and student learning assessment) and assists in ongoing college accreditation and certification efforts;

• Demonstrates a strong and clear commitment to diversity among both faculty, staff and students;

• Promote the values of shared governance and participative management

• Lead through engagement in Academic Affairs and Standards Council, MSCF Shared Governance Council, Professional Development, and Assessment;

• Hires, supervises, and evaluates personnel;

• Assists in the ongoing college and program accreditation efforts; and

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution.

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience and/or 3 years of full-time higher education teaching experience with leadership components such as Division Chair, Committee Chair, etc.

• Demonstrated understanding of the mission of technical two-year colleges.

• Evidence of a strong and clear commitment to diversity among both students and staff

• Excellent presentation skills and interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated success in partnership development.

• Demonstrated success in promoting the values of shared governance and participative management.

• Experience in developing and administering budgets.

• Experience in administering and managing equipment and supply budgets.

• Transferable skills working with industry partners in transportation, building, and manufacturing areas.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution.

• Experience in vocational education and workforce development.

• College level teaching experience, preferably at two-year technical colleges.

• Experience working with technical education programs.

• Five years' experience in supervision and administration, preferably in a higher education institution with collective bargaining units.

• Experience in program and/or higher learning institutional accreditation.

• Experience in planning and participating in joint projects with business or educational organizations including K12 districts, four-year universities and industry.

• Experience with distance learning and the use of technology in the classroom.

Other Requirements About

Founded in 1972, Hennepin Technical College is the largest technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, Hennepin Technical College has a diverse student population of more than 9,500 and offers degree and non-degree coursework in over 45 programs. Achieving a 99% job placement rate within its network of industry partners, Hennepin Technical College prepares students for in-demand and high-paying employment opportunities Hennepin Technical College is a member of Minnesota State, which includes 30 community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving approximately 400,000 students. It is the fourth-largest system of two-year colleges and four-year universities in the United States.

Hennepin Technical College with campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The college is strategically positioned to meet the economic and workforce development needs of business and industry throughout Minnesota. Hennepin Technical College faculty and staff are committed to preparing students to be successful in obtaining the education and skills that can result in employment and a career. Curriculum is industry validated and delivered in an environment that emulates the work setting. Students receive a well-rounded educational experience that gives them the skills and ability to secure the first job in their career as well as to advance in their career. For more information about Hennepin Technical College, please visit our website at: http://www.hennepintech.edu

Benefits Info

We offer a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. We also offer a variety of retirement benefits including a pension and voluntary retirement plans with an employer match.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F370P Number of Vacancies 1 Re-posting Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 04/22/2024 Close Date 05/06/2024 Open Until Filled No Accept Applications Yes Special Instructions Summary Posting Contact human.resources@hennepintech.edu Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.