Assistant Dean, Engineering and Built Environment

Assistant Dean, Engineering and Built Environment Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please Note:

A letter of interest responding to the specific prompt identified below is required as part of the application submission.

Valencia College is excited to announce an opportunity for an Assistant Dean, Engineering and Built Environment. As a member of the school’s academic leadership team, this role partners closely with the Dean, Associate Dean(s), and Chair(s) to support instructional excellence and faculty development. The Assistant Dean will lead efforts to observe and coach part-time faculty, provide actionable feedback, and leverage course success data to strengthen teaching practices and improve student outcomes.

• Master’s Degree in Engineering or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in higher education leadership or academic administration or related experience developing and/or mentoring colleagues.

• Experience using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software.
• Experience with project management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of materials science and/or materials testing.
• Experience interpreting and applying building codes and/or conducting building inspections.
• Experience with ABET accreditation processes

• AS Computer Aided Drafting and Design
• AS Construction and Civil Engineering Technology
• AS Advanced Manufacturing and Automation Technology
• AS Energy Management and Controls Technology
• AS Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
• BS Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

• State Medical, dental benefits and paid life insurance premiums
• Paid time off - Annual leave, spring break, winter break, and other holidays.
• Educational and Professional development opportunities for you and your dependents and so much more

• This is a primarily onsite position
• This position is not eligible for Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute 295.07(5)(a), F.S.
• Selected candidates recommended for hire may be required to complete pre-employment screenings as a condition of employment, which may include but are not limited to: a criminal background check, drug screening, professional reference verification, and driver’s license verification. The Office of Organizational Development and Human Resources (ODHR) will confirm applicable requirements during the hiring process.
• Please note that you will need to establish and maintain Florida residency within 30 days from your start date if selected for this position.

To be considered for the position, applications must be received no later than Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.

Position Number

Position Number SE2046

Position Title

Position Title Assistant Dean, Engineering and Built Environment

Job Type

Job Type Staff

FT/PT

FT/PT Full-Time

Employee Class Description

Employee Class Description Administrative Staff

General Position Description

This position serves as a member of the School’s academic leadership team, partnering with the Dean, Associate Dean(s), and Chair(s) to provide learning leadership and supervision for part-time faculty. Conducts observations, offers feedback, and analyzes course success data to support part-time faculty development and improve student outcomes. Serves as a liaison for discipline-specific issues, supports instructional material adoption, and works with academic leadership to enhance faculty effectiveness.

Manages hiring, onboarding, and course assignments for part-time faculty.

Flexible Work Arrangement

Flexible Work Arrangement Majority/Primarily On-site:
Employee performs the majority of job duties on-site, but may occasionally work remotely.

Grade

Grade 2041

Exemption Status

Exemption Status Exempt

Posting Number

Posting Number S4012P

Location(s)

Proposed Work Schedule (Please note hours subject to change based on business needs)

Must have the ability to travel between Valencia College Campuses. Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm (Subject to change based on business needs).

Temporary Position (Temp or Grant Funded) Details

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