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Dean - Workforce and Economic Development (WED)

Mott Community College

High 80k to Low 100k

United States, Michigan, Flint

1401 East Court Street (Show on map)

Jun 25, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	57-2024
Position Title	Dean - Workforce and Economic Development (WED)
Department	Workforce & Economic Development - Dept
Employee Group	Supervisory & Managerial
Status	Full-time
Starting Salary Range	High 80k to Low 100k
Compensation Details	Excellent benefits package. Click here to view our benefits summary.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary	*Purpose, Scope & Dimension of Job* : The Dean is a front-line leader of the college, a member of the Workforce and Economic Development Leadership staff, and a member of the college management team. The Dean of Workforce and Economic Development is responsible for the leadership, vision and oversight for the College's Workforce and Economic Development ( WED) division which includes directing the daily operations of the and Workforce Education Center programs, staff development, operational and strategic planning, financial resource assistance, compliance with federal and state policies, funds management, and the delivery of outstanding services for students, families, and community members at various locations. A broad knowledge of academic courses and programs, financial procedures, student services, and community engagement functions is essential for the success of the position and the departments that it oversees. The Dean will work closely with community members, educational organizations, and a variety of agencies to identify educational/training needs and future grant-funded programs, which are supported by Mott Community College. The Dean will work collaboratively with Academic Deans and Student Success Services areas to expose participants to other educational opportunities, financial aid information, and available support services. *Supervisory Responsibility:* This position is responsible for directing and supervising the staff of multiple locations, which includes the following positions: Directors, Administrators, Associate Administrators, Coordinators, Technicians, Intake/Records Processors, Trainers/Facilitators, Career Navigators Program Assistants, Contractors, and Work Study students.
Minimum Requirements	Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience. (Equivalency is Bachelor's degree plus four (4) years of related experience). Minimum of three (3) years' of progressive leadership and supervisory experience in post-secondary education, the business or public sector, or a technology-based industry. Minimum of three (3) years' experience in career and technical education, curriculum design, and/or a workforce training/development management role; can be concurrent with #2. Must have two (2) years supervisory experience, including hiring, developing, and managing employee performance, can be concurrent with #2. Documented success securing funding through outside resources (grant, earmark, foundations, etc.) Demonstrated budget management experience - including budget maintenance of projects of similar size and complexity Budget experience that encompasses the management of resources and the reconciliation of competing needs in excess of available resources. High energy level, sense of humor, diplomatic/tactful, and passionate about the dimensions of this position. Excellent organizational and problem solving skills including the ability to anticipate needs and concerns of stakeholders. History of being open-minded, supportive, trustworthy, and fair. Demonstrated project planning and management, time management, and priority setting skills. Ability to work successfully in a high stress environment, handling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Demonstrated history of on-time delivery of projects; project coordination; and anticipation of issues. A commitment to and understanding of the mission of a comprehensive community college Embraces the community college mission; follows the basic tenets of Mott Community College's Foundational Beliefs: Employee Success, Student Success, Civility, and Compliance, and provides excellent customer service. Good interpersonal skills, including listening, with demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of people. Must have the ability to work as a team member, foster a cooperative work environment and maintain effective relationships. Ability to appropriately use and demonstrate proficiency with standard office productivity software and tools and demonstrated ability at the intermediate level in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Additional Desirable Qualifications	Teaching, curriculum development or academic leadership experience in a community college setting. Experience developing and managing Perkins/CTE, and Workforce programs (federal, state, and local) including developing programs and curriculum that integrates credit and non-credit, and/or competency based education. Experience in program accreditation processes. Experience writing and managing grants, meeting timelines, and demonstrating knowledge of compliance. Professional affiliation/contacts with regional or national training or technology groups Supervisory experience in a unionized work environment.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions	With or without accommodation, the employee in this position needs to move about and position him/herself to access files and operate office machinery. The employee must be able to work at a desk for long periods of time and operate a computer workstation and telephone. Due to the managerial/customer service aspect of this position, it is necessary to communicate both in person and over the telephone with a variety of people each day. It is also essential to occasionally transport up to twenty (20) pounds. This position works in a normal office environment. The minimum reasoning skills necessary for this position include the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where standardization does not exist. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. The minimum language skills necessary for this position include the ability to read and interpret documents such as technical procedure manuals.
Work Schedule	In addition to regular business hours, the person in this position must be able to be flexible around the needs of the department, which includes occasional evening and/or weekend hours.
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Additional Information	First consideration given to internal candidates. Degree must be conferred by either offer date or close of posting Visa sponsorship is not available Selected candidates must submit to a drug test and criminal background check. The College reserves the right to cancel the search at any time.
Application Deadline
Additional Application Deadline Information	The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.
Equal Opportunity Statement	As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, the College encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities. The College does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran's status, age, disability unrelated to an individual's ability to perform adequately, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Title IX Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center ( PCC- 2030G), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0024. Title II, ADA, Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Curtice-Mott Complex (CM-1024), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0373. Section 504 Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center ( PCC- 1130), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0191.