Dean of Workforce

Dean Of Workforce

The Dean of Workforce is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, operating, and assessing effectiveness of workforce programs (continuing education, vocational, avocational, and customized corporate) reporting to the Vice President of Academic Affairs of Wharton County Junior College. These initiatives are conducted in response to community and student needs and reflect changes in the workforce and community demographics. The Dean oversees certain workforce programs to ensure they follow state and regional accreditation and certification standards and meet any State and/or Federal agency guidelines.

The Dean of Workforce is a member of the President's Cabinet, the Extended Cabinet, and various instructional committees.

This position requires a Master's degree from any regionally accredited institution. A minimum of seven (7) years in higher education is required. Applicant must have extensive knowledge of monitoring programs and knowledge of grant application and administration. This position requires a comprehensive knowledge of workforce curriculum and program development. This position requires a high level of skill in the application of critical thinking, communication, organization, and time management.

This position requires a minimum of five (5) years' experience with educational technology with the applicant able to utilize technology to access and maintain student records, develop and deploy curriculum, and monitor program outcomes. This position must work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to provide an optimal educational environment in all workforce training areas. Preferred:
Applicant should have a track record of progressively increasing administrative experience in Academic Affairs (such as Chair, Director, Associate Dean, or comparable positions). Applicant should have experience teaching at the college level.

To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents:

All documents must be attached to one online application to be considered. Please re-open your application form to verify all documents are properly attached.

Summary of Wharton County Junior College (WCJC) Full Time Benefits:
At No Cost to the Employee Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period) Life Insurance of $5,000 (after 90 day waiting period) Long Term Disability Coverage Optional Coverage at Employee's Cost Dependent Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period) Dental Insurance Optional Life Insurance Dependent Life Insurance Voluntary Accidental Death Insurance Long & Short Term Disability Insurance Optional Premium Conversions Dependant (Day) Care Reimbursement Health Care Reimbursement Retirement Options Teachers' Retirement System Fund (TRS) (after 90 day waiting period) 403b Optional Retirement Programs (ORP) (after 90 day waiting period) Tax- deferred Annuities Participation in Social Security is mandatory.

Additional Benefits Free WCJC Tuition Free WCJC tuition for employees and dependents (does not include Continuing Education classes) Personal Days Two personal days per year Holidays 25 paid holidays per year for twelve month full time employees Sick Days 1.5 sick days per month - maximum number accrued is 60 days Nine month employees may accrue 13.50 days per year Twelve month employees may accrue 18.50 days per year Vacation Days Twelve month employees who work 40 hours per week for 12 months - 12 vacation days per year COBRA Benefits COBRA benefits available upon separation from WCJC

Please note:

All benefits will be discussed in depth with each new WCJC employee during New Employee Orientation. Questions regarding benefits should be directed to the WCJC Payroll and Benefits Office at extension 6376.