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Dean of Instruction, Health Sciences

Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Kirkland, WA | Full Time

$217k-285k (estimate)

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Lake Washington Institute of Technology is Hiring a Dean of Instruction, Health Sciences Near Kirkland, WA

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers 12 bachelor's degrees, 42 associate degrees, and 70 professional certificates in 41 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo. Learn more about LWTech's Mission, Vision, Values, and Core Theme
LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College's commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council, please click on the link.
Summary
The Dean of Instruction - Health Sciences, offers an exciting opportunity to provide crucial strategic instructional leadership at Lake Washington Institute of Technology, working collaboratively to nurture a positive, inclusive, and accountable culture. This position will respond to regional economic development needs, steer the design of innovative program development and curriculum that enhance employees' skills and knowledge, promote student access, success, and completion in certificate to baccalaureate programs, recruit and retain students and faculty, support the seeking of and management of major grants and contracts, and ensure stewardship of state and other funds.
The Dean will be a visionary, exploring interdisciplinary collaboration, technological innovation, and approaches to learning and implementation of promising practices in teaching and learning. The Dean will oversee the specific disciplinary fields (Behavioral and Social Services, Dental Assistant, Dental Hygiene, Funeral Service Education, Medical Assisting, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant and Public Health) and corresponding external accreditations.
The Dean has responsibility for the day-to-day division operations and is the first-line supervisor of assigned full-time and part-time faculty and support staff. This is a contracted, exempt administrative position that reports to the Vice President of Instruction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Foster a culture of relevant, rigorous, innovative, and inclusive learning
Work collaboratively with the instructional team to establish individual and program goals and objectives, research and recommend new or modified programs, conduct program and viability reviews
Recommend for hire, orient, train, direct, supervise and evaluate performance, and oversee improvement plans for division employees consistent with collective bargaining agreements and assigned duties
Assure faculty are evaluated for growth relative to the state vocational certification process and have plans for professional development that represent both program and individual needs
Assure communication with and consideration of opinions offered by Technical Advisory Committees in curricular and technology considerations
Develop, maintain and review relevance of external accreditations, licensure and certifications for inclusion in programs within the division - lead efforts to attain and maintain these chosen relationships
Oversee the tenure process consistent with the faculty collective bargaining agreement
Determine faculty instructional assignments and workload
Oversee the creation of the quarterly class schedule and multi-year planning
Assist in resolving students' instructional concerns
Develop, implement, and monitor divisional budgets within college, state, and federal guidelines
Supervise operation, maintenance, and revision of college facilities and equipment in assigned program areas for safe and effective use
Assist in procuring donations and grants
Implement and interpret policies, procedures, and contracts
Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field
Represent the college in community activities, state and national councils and organizations, advisory boards, and other business and industry relations, host such meetings as appropriate
Prepare and supervise the preparation of reports for internal and external sources
Analyze and apply appropriate data to decision-making
Advise and inform college staff on department matters; identify potential problem areas and make appropriate recommendations
Assist other college administrators as necessary; assume and effectively discharge other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree required, or will obtain a master's degree within a year from being hired; earned doctorate preferred;
Three or more years work experience in an institution of higher education or transferable experience and competencies
Experience administrating programs in higher education, preferably as a full-time administrator, but faculty with some administration experience or training will be considered
Experience in Health Sciences or Life Sciences
Demonstrated experience with budgetary processes and financial statements
College-level teaching experience or training of adult learners, professional/technical teaching experience a plus
Demonstrated professional experience working in and/or supervising educators that is responsive to industry needs and economic demand for fields in the health sciences
A thorough and insightful understanding of how projected changes in health care, the labor market, and higher education, as well as the growing national emphasis on translational research, will impact the educational needs of the students and graduates of a the Health Sciences programs.
Knowledge of rules governing professional-technical education, including those promulgated by State and Federal agencies as well as accreditation standards
Ability to work successfully with diverse populations of students, faculty and staff and a commitment to a culturally diverse work environment that includes preparation of students for diversity in future employment
Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving competencies, combined with a collaborative work style
Demonstrated computer literacy; proficiency in Microsoft Office programs required

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Compensation
Initial salary placement is $10,270. This is a 40-hours per week, exempt position. Typical working hours at Monday - Friday on-campus or via teleworking.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues at 1 day effective upon employment and vacation accrues at 25 days per year. We also offer 13 paid holidays and 4 paid personal days effective upon employment. Full time, exempt employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition, reduced childcare costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit: lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/
Required Online Application Materials

Online application
Current resume
Cover letter
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process

To be considered for a position you MUST submit a complete online application form, resume, cover letter, responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.
Conditions of Employment

Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks

Physical Requirements
Ability to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.
Disability Accommodation
LWTech follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

Ability to operate office equipment
Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Eligibility to Work
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work
EEO Statement
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College's Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to the Meena Park, Vice President of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.
Jeanne Clery Statement:
Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years.
LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at www.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in the East Building at 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA 98034.
Sexual Misconduct
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.
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