Dean of Business and Information Technology

Dean of Business and Information Technology Salary: $115,000 - $135,000 annually Classification: Administrative/Exempt Reports To: Vice President of Instruction This position will remain open for a minimum of seven (7) days. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time after the minimum posting period once a sufficient applicant pool has been established. The?Dean of Business and Information Technology (B&T)?at Olympic College is a key administrative role, responsible for leading instructional programs and services within the B&T division. The position supports faculty, students, and staff in achieving academic and institutional goals. The Dean ensures effective communication, oversees division budgets, and implements instructional policies and procedures, while fostering collaboration within the college and with external institutions. The Division?represents?a collection of academic transfer and professional-technical programs that offer specialized skills and knowledge for a direct route to employment and higher earning potential in specific fields.? Instructional Program offerings consist of, The BT division office is supported by a dedicated team, including a Division Program Manager and Division Outreach Coordinator. The Dean supervises faculty and staff across several academic programs and disciplines. Essential Functions

• Provide visionary leadership for B&T initiatives aligned with the college’s strategic priorities.

• Advocate for B&T faculty, students, and resources to support institutional goals.
• Utilize enrollment, retention, transfer, and student outcomes data to guide decisions on scheduling, curriculum, and resource allocation.
• Mentor faculty on inclusive pedagogy, assessment strategies, and high-impact teaching practices.
• Supervise and support full-time and adjunct faculty, as well as exempt, classified, and/or hourly division employees.
• Manage tenure processes and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
• Act as a liaison between the division and other college units.
• Engage in college-wide initiatives, including accreditation, strategic planning, and shared governance.
• Oversee B&T curriculum development, program offerings, and partnerships with external organizations.
• Encourage and support faculty on grant proposals.
• Recruit, hire, and retain diverse, highly qualified division personnel.
• Manage division budgets and resources.
• Ensure instructional spaces meet the needs of faculty and students., * Model equity-centered leadership and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Advance community college pathway strategies and student success initiatives.
• Support faculty and staff in advancing outcomes for historically underserved student populations.
• Build trust-based relationships with faculty, staff, and college leadership.
• Navigate complex situations with discretion, sound judgment, and emotional intelligence.
• Adhere to faculty and staff collective bargaining agreements in division operations.
• Lead effectively within a shared governance environment.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Embrace emerging educational technologies and innovative teaching practices.
• Maintain regular on-campus presence Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends as required.

• 3 - Bachelor’s Degrees (Computer Science, Information Systems, and Organizational Leadership & Technical Management)
• 11 - Associate degrees
• 26 - Certificates: Certificate of Recognition (7), Certificate of Completion (11), Certificate of Proficiency (7), and Certificate of Specialization (1)

• Internship preparation and learning., * Master’s degree.

• Experience in a community college as a faculty member or administrator.
• Two (2) years of administrative experience in higher education (e.g., Dean, Associate Dean, Director, Department Chair). Administrative leadership experience within a faculty role may be considered.
• Two (2) years of full-time teaching experience in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in a Business or Information Technology discipline.

• Leadership experience in accreditation, program review, and assessment.
• Experience formally supervising faculty.
• Demonstrated expertise in budget development and management.
• Experience managing external partnerships.
• Experience obtaining or managing grants.

Competencies & Additional Expectations

• Embody the mission, vision, and values of Olympic College.

This is a full-time exempt position scheduled to work Monday through Friday. The salary for this position is $115,000 - $135,000 annually, which includes a generous benefits package that includes the following. Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, 11 paid holidays, leave - vacation/sick/personal holiday, Aflac, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration for on-site childcare based on space availability. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website Conditions of Employment

• Prior to hiring, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required for WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.