Dean of Behavioral Science, Public Service and Education Division

Dean of Behavioral Science, Public Service and Education Division

Location: Brockton, MA Category: Executive/Administrative Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Wed Jul 29 2026

Job Description:

The role of the Academic Dean of Behavioral Science, Public Service and Education is to serve as the educational leader and manager for the disciplines housed within the Division. The Dean will facilitate the vision and strategic direction of the division to deliver curriculum and programming designed to study human behavior, service leadership, and foundation disciplines focused on education, social justice, and civic engagement.

The Dean works collaboratively with the faculty to support the design, development, implementation, and assessment of all courses, programs, co-curricular engagement activities, and external partnerships/opportunities associated with the disciplines housed within the Division. The Behavioral Science, Public Service and Education division houses disciplines related (but not limited to) the fields of Education, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Fire Science Technology, Social Justice, Community Organizing, and Public Health.

• Provide strategic leadership for curriculum development, program review, assessment, and continuous improvement across the Division.
• Oversee academic scheduling and equitable delivery of courses across modalities and campuses (including early college and correctional education).
• Supervise, recruit, evaluate, and develop full-time and adjunct faculty and professional staff; lead search committees and manage workload assignments per collective bargaining agreements.
• Manage Division budget and resource allocation in coordination with Academic Affairs and Grants; participate in procurement and cost center oversight.
• Lead accreditation and program licensing activities; ensure compliance with NECHE, DHE, and relevant professional standards.
• Build and maintain community, transfer, and workforce partnerships (Admissions, Early College, CECE, Grants, Transfer Services) to support enrollment, transfer pathways, and grant opportunities.
• Represent the Division on college committees and support cross-college initiatives that advance student access and equity.

• Commitment to the Massasoit Community College mission and values including diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Awareness of current trends and issues associated with the disciplines housed in the division.
• Awareness of current trends and issues in higher education and community colleges, especially related to student success, pedagogy, assessment, community need for academic programs, and instructional technology.
• Ability to thrive in a deadline driven environment while maintaining multiple priorities.
• Ability to develop, administer, and manage budgets.
• Ability to analyze data and make sound recommendations based on these data to offer viable solutions for complex management and administrative issues.
• Outstanding creativity, attention to detail, and strong customer service skills.
• Strong personnel supervision, team building, and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, listening, facilitation, and public speaking.
• Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.

• Master's degree in higher education, a related field, or a discipline related to the division.
• Minimum 3 years teaching at the college level
• Minimum of 3 years of administrative experience in an academic leadership role at the department chair level and above.
• Demonstrated experience in academic planning, curriculum development, assessment, and faculty supervision.

• Terminal degree
• 3 years of teaching in a Community College
• Experience in community college settings
• Familiarity with accreditation processes and workforce/transfer partnerships

Position Status: Non-Unit Professional, Full-Time State Funded with Benefits.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday

Salary: $118,462 - $154,003 annually

While we welcome applications from a broad range of candidates, salary offers will align with the listed range and are commensurate with education and experience.

Massasoit Community College offers exciting benefits such as:

• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• State Pension Retirement Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
• And More!

Worksite: Assignments will include all Massasoit sites and additional locations as necessary.

Final date to receive applications: August 16, 2026