Position Title: Dean of Career and Technical Education

Reports To: University President

FLSA Status: Exempt

Annual Contract: Full-time, 52 Weeks per Year

Rate of Pay: Dependent on Qualifications and Grant Funding

Posting Date: May 01, 2024

Application Deadline: May 14, 2024 or Until Filled

Start Date: As Soon as Possible

In-Person - Not Remote

General Position Summary:

This position is responsible for identifying additional partners and funding sources needed to build the facility and programs within the newly developing Vocational Trades program. Developing the Vocational Trades program from data received from a community-based feasibility study and ongoing conversations and further analysis.

For a full job description and information on how to apply, visit our website.

Resume, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and LCO College job application, which is available on our website, are required for application to be complete.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field per review of WI DPI and other institution requirements for this position.

· Work experience as a Training Director, Training Manager or similar role

· In-depth understanding of traditional and modern training methods (including workshops, simulations, e-learning and coaching)

· Experience organizing training activities in a corporate environment

· Hands-on experience with project management and budgeting

· Proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS)

· Excellent communication and leadership skills

· BSc/MSc in Human Resources, Learning and Development, Organizational Psychology or relevant field

· Plan training programs based on business goals

· Oversee learning activities, curriculum and resources

· Manage quarterly and annual training budgets

· Evaluate the results of learning courses

· Implement coaching sessions and mentorship programs to establish a culture of continuous learning

· Recommend new training methods (including e-learning courses and game-based platforms)

Preferred Qualifications:

· Three to five years’ experience in post-secondary instruction

· OSHA Certification.

Key Responsibilities:

· Conducting a community-based feasibility study to utilize for developing the Vocational Trades program

· Analyzing the feasibility study to utilize in building the facility and programs with Vocational Trades.

· Continuation of the feasibility study to promote gainful employment in the community through specific data collected

· Build a network of business partners and tribal leaders and instructor pool

· Assist responsible University departments with recruitment of students and staff

· Responsible for securing funding for this position two years from the date the position was implemented

· Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

· Leadership and supervision experience in recruiting, developing, and evaluating.

· Experience in data collection and review.

· Attention to detail and follow-through.

· Excellent time management and organizational skills.

· Computer proficiency.

· Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal abilities.

· Ability to work collaboratively with multiple constituencies.

· Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with University administrators, faculty, staff and outside entities.

Reportability:

· This position reports to the University President.

Supervision:

· This is not a supervisory position.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person