Academic Dean Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

*Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be placed within the range based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity.

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by September 4th, 2026.

POSITION SUMMARY

Serve as an instructional leader responsible for advancing teaching excellence in alignment withCollegeframeworks (faculty competencies,GuidedPathways,InstitutionalLearning Outcomes (ILOs), etc.).Under thedirectionof an academic dean,translate the College's strategic and operational priorities into practice.Through facultyhiring,evaluation,coaching,and program review processes, ensurehigh-quality teaching, meaningfulassessment of student learning, effective resourceallocation,and continuousimprovementof instructionthat valuesall students.

Academic Quality & Instruction

• Ensure theimplementation of industry-aligned and transfer-readycurriculum across programs and courses, ensuring students have access to high-wage/high-value pathways.

• Lead and supportallfaculty in establishingregular,high-qualityassessmentof learning.In collaboration with theCenter for Faculty Development and Innovation,advance consistentfaculty use ofevidence-basedpractices in teaching and learning to addressallstudent needsacross all locationsandmodalities.

• To operationalize the continuous improvement of instruction, lead faculty and teams through program review and annual desk review processes, using these as opportunities to elevate teaching and strengthen student learning.

• Leverage assessment data and work with faculty for course and program improvement opportunities.

• Lead faculty through annual assessment planning and reporting focused on continuous improvement of student learning.

• Ensure compliance with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), and discipline-specific accreditation bodies.

Faculty Leadership &TalentDevelopment

• Cultivate an engaged and high performing team through effective hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance management, communication, and professional development while fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and accountable workplace culture.

• Conduct performance reviews and classroom observations to evaluate teaching effectiveness, provide meaningful feedback, establish performance expectations, and support continuous improvement in teaching practice and student learning outcomes.

• Collaborate with Talent & Culture to attract, recruit, and onboard qualified faculty who are committed to student success.

Academic Operations & Resource Management

• Make recommendationswith regard tobudgeting and resource allocation to prioritize impactful and sustainable use of resources.

• Oversee facility use, equipment procurement, and scheduling for program needs to ensure learning environments effectively support teaching and learning and program needs.

• Determine faculty workload and provide recommendations regarding course scheduling to meet student needs across the district.

• Align departmental work with college and academic division strategies, connecting everyday operations to student success priorities.

Student Support & Academic Administration

• Support a consistent set of processes and policies for student conduct, including managing challenging student classroom behavior and code of conduct infractions, as well as for student grievances and complaints.

• Ensure faculty and program teams work to maintain a safe and secure learning environment.

College & Community Engagement

• Participate in college committees to influence academic policies and decision-making.

• As directed by Academic Dean, engage with advisory committees to facilitate conversation to inform programs.

• As directed by Academic Dean, operationalize K12 work.

• Based on program vitality data, provide input to the dean regarding an academic portfolio that reflects the needs of the region.

Minimum Qualification

Education

• Master's degree requiredora bachelor's degree and the ability to obtain a master's degree within an established timeframe as a condition of employment.

Experience

• Five years of teaching, training, or instructional experience, with demonstrated effectiveness in facilitating learning, in a disciplineor arelateddisciplineto theprogram(s) supervised.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience

• Teaching experience in a community or technical college setting

• Two years' occupational experience outside the field of education

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite

Other Requirements

• Must hold a valid driver's license and be insurable under the District's standard insurance policy terms.

Competency Statement(s)

Our college values and competencies shape how we work and support students every day.All employees are expected todemonstrateour core competencies. Learn morehere.

The physical demands described below represent the general requirements necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Workstation Activities: Ability to work at a computer, facilitate and/or demonstrate instructional activities, and attend meetings for extended periods.

• Mobility: Ability to navigate throughout campus locations, classrooms, offices, meeting spaces, and events as needed.

• Manual Dexterity: Ability to operate office equipment, instructional technology, tools, or controls required for the position.

• Communication:Ability to effectively access, interpret, and exchange information with students, employees, and community members.

• Light Material Handling: Ability to transport or move instructional materials, supplies, or equipment required for the position, with or without assistance or adaptive equipment, if applicable.