Dean of Oneonta Campus and Early College Programs (Internal Vacancy)

This position is posted in compliance with Alabama Code §16-22-15. It is the intent to place a current employee in this position. The Dean of Oneonta Campus and Early College Programs serves as a member of the College's administrative leadership team and is responsible for the leadership, coordination, and day-to-day administration of the Oneonta Campus and all Early College/Dual Enrollment programs. The Dean provides administrative oversight for campus operations, instructional support, Early College programming, Dual Enrollment Success Advisors, community partnerships, and related operational functions while ensuring compliance with College policies and applicable dual enrollment regulations. The Dean works collaboratively with College administrators, instructional divisions, school systems, and community stakeholders to support institutional goals, student success, retention, and enrollment growth. Provide administrative leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operations, facilities, instructional support activities, and assigned personnel at the Oneonta Campus in conjunction with appropriate College administrators. Serve as the College's administrative representative for the Oneonta Campus and Early College Programs with local school systems, community agencies, business and industry partners, civic organizations, and other external stakeholders. Provide leadership and administrative oversight for all Early College/Dual Enrollment programs, including coordination with instructional divisions, academic departments, and participating secondary schools. Supervise, support, and evaluate assigned personnel, including Dual Enrollment Success Advisors and other designated staff associated with the Oneonta Campus and Early College Programs. Coordinate and oversee Early College and Oneonta Campus student support processes, including admissions coordination, registration assistance, orientation activities, academic advising support, and related services in collaboration with the appropriate College departments. Ensure that Early College/Dual Enrollment courses and instructors comply with College policies, accreditation standards, credentialing requirements, and applicable state guidelines. Serve as liaison between the College and local school districts regarding dual enrollment agreements, student participation, program compliance, and academic progress. Develop, implement, and evaluate annual goals, strategic initiatives, events, activities, and operational plans for the Oneonta Campus and Early College Programs in support of institutional priorities. Develop, manage, and monitor budgets associated with the Oneonta Campus and Early College Programs and ensure responsible stewardship of College resources. Assist in establishing and maintaining partnerships with secondary schools, community agencies, business and industry, and other educational institutions to support enrollment growth, workforce development, and student success initiatives. Participate in College administrative planning, institutional committees, policy implementation, and strategic initiatives as assigned. Provide leadership and coordination for institutional accreditation, compliance, and quality assurance activities, including collaboration with College administrators, faculty, and staff to support accreditation reaffirmation and processes to maintain compliance with accreditation standards. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, required, or directed by the College. The College reserves the right to assign additional tasks and to alter or reassign job duties as necessary to meet business and operational needs. In order to perform these essential functions, the Dean of Oneonta Campus and Early College Programs must be present at work. Therefore, attendance is an essential function. Minimum of a master's degree in education or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Must have an experience in instruction, academic administration, student services, curriculum, advising, or educational leadership Experience working with K-12 systems, dual enrollment, or early college programs is preferred. Must have supervisory experience overseeing programs, personnel, or divisions. Must be willing to travel in and out of state and work nonstandard hours including evenings and weekends.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

A complete application packet must be received in the no later than 1 p. m., Monday, June 22, 2026. A complete application packet consists of: (1)Completed Wallace State Community College employment application with three work references. (2)Résumé (3)Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the qualifications outlined for the position. (4)Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications. Letter(s) must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. (5)Separate transcripts from each college attended (photocopies will suffice until employed) Applicants must meet eligibility requirements to work in the U.S. at time of appointment. All application materials must be submitted as a complete packet and will become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only application packets received during the period of this announcement will be considered.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT

WWW.WALLACESTATE.

EDU/EMPLOYMENT Please Note:

ALL APPLICATION MATERIAL MUST BE SCANNED.

It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these documents during the process. Human Resources Monday

• Thursday 7:30 am
• 4:30 pm Friday 7:30 am
• 2:00 pm 256-352-8020 When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied.

HOWEVER , this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement. All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

The deadline for receipt of all application material is June 22, 2026.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The College reserves the right to fill the position within four months of the stated deadline date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position should circumstances warrant the need to fill more than one position. Applicants scheduled for an interview may receive or review the Essential Functions for the position at the time of the personal interview. Any applicant, however, may request a copy of the Essential Functions for the position prior to the interview appointment. All male applicants between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Before an offer of employment can be made to the selected candidate, the College will require written verification (on letterhead and signed by an appropriate authority) from current and previous employers confirming the required level of experience as stated in the "Qualifications" section. Wallace State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College Systems, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Wallace State Community College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. Applicants requiring accommodations in the application or interview process should contact the Human Resources Office at 256-352-8020 prior to the closing date of the announcement. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Wallace State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirm an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.