Dean of Career Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce Development Position Available In Madison, Alabama

Dean of Career Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce Development

Salary
$100,936.00

• $143,669.00 Annually
  Location Huntsville, AL
  Job Type
  Full-Time
  Job Number
  06189
  College/Division
  DRAKE-220010-Work Force
• Common Costs
  Opening Date
  05/09/2025
  Closing Date
  5/23/2025 5:00 PM Central
  Campus Location
  Drake State Community & Technical College

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
Position Summary
The Dean of Career Technical Education and Workforce Development will plan, develop, and implement innovative partnerships with business and industry in themunity that align with the College and the Alabama Community College System strategic initiatives and operational processes.

Salary:

Appropriate placement on the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees
Salary Schedule B
Salary Range $100,936

• $143,669 (12 month salary)

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Position:

Non-Tenure Work Hours:

8:00 am

• 5:30 pm Monday
• Thursday and 8:00 am
• 12:00 pm Friday
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The Dean of Career Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce shall perform the duties as specified in conformity with policies established by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College Faculty and Staff Handbook. Work is generally performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule. Learned physical skill is required for keyboarding. Frequent walking, standing, or sitting may be required. Working hours may vary and occasional evening or weekend work is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.
Job description may be modified or altered at any time by management.
Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of an earned Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution Minimum of Five (5) years of full-time Workforce or Career Technical Education experience Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with industry and/ormunityanizations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Hold certifications or credentials tied to Workforce and Career Technical Education
Experience in developing business and industry training programs
Thorough understanding of the preparation of budgets and financial statements
Previous grant writing, coordination and administration experience
Experience in working with educational institutions and programs
Experience collecting, analyzing, and reportingplex data

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The essential job functions listed are notprehensive and duties and responsibilities may change without notice.
Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effectiveputer assisted presentations before large audiences
Demonstrated results working with industry and delivering results related to workforce technical training needs
Demonstrated use of effectiveanizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow through
Accessmunity needs and develop partnerships and other collaborative relationships with business/industry, government agencies, councils, boards, and other entities to design and implement regionally-focused strategic workforce initiatives
Develop partnerships and coordinate with external agencies to develop opportunities for students that expand the workforce; ensure positive relationships are built and maintained
Communicate and network with leaders in the private and public sectors to promote Drake State Community and Technical college and determine needs for training and workforce development services; linking and aligning Career Technical Education instructional programs with local and regional employers
Collaborate with local and state agencies, and the Alabama Community College System Office Staff to determine the current demand for training and credentialing needs for the key workforce local and regional economy
Market, develop, and conduct outreach to promote educational programs to assist with training and re-training workers, including specialized contract educational programs
Assist in the development and planning of instructional programs that expand high skilled training opportunities for our workforce
Effectively market the College and its educational services to the business and industrymunity
Assist with the economic development efforts in the College’s service area, including being actively involved in the recruitment process for new business and industry
Recruit workforce development instructional staff and make rmendations for hiring
Responsible for all reports, data, and statistics as they relate to other Workforce Development programs
Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule that may involve travel, as appropriate, with some evening and weekend work required
Participate in pertinent local, state, regional, and nationalanizations
Maintain an established, result oriented work schedule
Work independently to develop and execute plans
Represent the College atmunity functions
Support and implement the mission of the College
Maintain appropriate records and files related to workforce development
Develop a marketing and recruiting plan for workforce training programs
Assist in the development, publication, and enforcement of policies established by the College
Serve on appropriate College Committees
Ensurepliance with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accreditation requirements
Other duties as assigned by the President

DESIRED PROFILE

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and aplishments:
An understanding of andmitment to the philosophy and mission of amunity and technical college
A sensitivity andmitment to cultural diversity
The ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm and professional manner
Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
Amitment to teaching and learning, w recent high school graduates, adult students, and non-traditional students are involved
Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit aplete application packet through the NEOED on-line application system to be considered. Aplete application consists of the following:
An on-line application
Current resume
Copy of college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Background Check Requirement
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and agree to a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit apleted application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the open period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalists will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Drake State Community and Technical College from the institution(s) granting the credits.
All applicants must have an on-line andpleted application packet by the deadline date. All applications received will be screened and interviews scheduled by appointment only. All applicants must ad to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Applicants must demonstrate written proficiency in English as part of the on-campus interview process. Drake State Community and Technical College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
Drake State Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Drake State will make reasonable amodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Drake State reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding. Drake Statepiles information about safety and security and publishes an annual report. This report can be found on the by accessing the crime and safety report link. The link can be found on the Drake State home page by clicking the “About Drake State” tab and then selecting the “Campus Security ” link. A copy can also be obtained by contacting the Director of Operations at 256-551-5210.
The College reserves the right to fill the position within (120) days of the job announcement stated closing date or to not fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.
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