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Excelon Associates

Regional Dean of Academic Affairs

Orlando, FL · On-site

$90 - $150/hr

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Regional Dean of Academic Affairs - Orlando, FL The Regional Dean of Academic Affairs operates centrally to ensure consistent, high-quality academic delivery across all Florida campuses, academic ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for dean academic affairs in the United States is $91,879.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,500.00 and $109,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Dean Academic Affairs vs Academic Program Director?

AspectDean Academic AffairsAcademic Program Director
CredentialsTypically requires a doctoral degree in education or related field, extensive experience in academiaUsually requires a master's or doctoral degree, with experience in program management
Work EnvironmentUniversity or college administration, overseeing multiple departments or facultiesSpecific academic program or department management within an institution
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, universitiesUniversities, colleges, academic institutions
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on overall academic leadership and strategic planningFocuses on managing specific academic programs or curricula

The Dean Academic Affairs holds a broader leadership role overseeing multiple academic departments, while the Academic Program Director manages specific programs or curricula within an institution. Both roles require relevant academic credentials and experience, but their scope and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Dean Academic Affairs job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 38% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,879 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

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The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

Honolulu, HI • On-site

$120 - $180/hr

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The University of Hawai\u02B4i Windward Community College (WCC) seeks an innovative, mission-driven academic leader to serve as Dean of Division II (Academic Affairs). Reporting to the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, the Dean provides strategic leadership for the departments of Math & Business, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Career & Technical Education (CTE). As an Indigenous-serving institution, WCC seeks a collaborative leader committed to open-access student opportunity, faculty development, and community connection. The Dean will oversee instructional quality across traditional and non-traditional environments—including Early College, distance learning, and education for non-traditional students—while expanding workforce pathways and driving student success.
If you are a visionary academic leader passionate about institutional transformation, we invite you to guide Division II into its next chapter.

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