Associate Dean of College & Career Pathways

Salary: $113,000.00 - $123,000.00 Annually
Location : 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, WA
Job Type: Exempt
Job Number: 26-E0007
Department: College and Career Pathways
Opening Date: 10/26/2026
Closing Date: 11/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Position
Renton Technical College is seeking an Associate Dean of College & Career Pathways! College and Career Pathways (CCP) is one of the largest instructional department at Renton Technical College, and one of the largest Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) programs in Washington State. CCP supports students learning English, earning a high school credential, strengthening skills for college, and preparing for the workforce.

The Associate Dean is responsible for managing day-to-day operations for English Language Acquisition (ELA), I BEST, and High School programs, including GED, Technical High School, Open Doors, and High School+. The position also supports faculty observations, program coordination, and escalated student and staff concerns. The CCP Division offers both daytime and evening programing. Regular evening availability is required.

This is a full-time, and exempt position reporting to the Dean of College & Career Pathways. The salary range for this position is $113,000 - $123,000 annually. The priority application date is November 16, 2026.
Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Include

• Coordinate student and program processes from entry through completion in accordance with applicable SBCTC, OSPI, and BEdA requirements, including eligibility, intake, enrollment, progression, transitions, completion, and required documentation.
• Coordinate ELA intake and placement operations, including scheduling, assessment pre/post testing, student and transition from intake to enrollment.
• Coordinate I-BEST operational processes, including student interest and eligibility processes, enrollment coordination, program communication, and start-of-quarter activities.
• Coordinate high school completion and credentialing processes, including graduation requirements and pathways, completion review, required documentation, and diploma/credential processing.
• Coordinate shared program resources and logistics, including computer lab and other instructional scheduling needs.
• Coordinate with Enrollment Services, instructional departments, faculty, and other college offices to implement CCP processes and resolve enrollment and operational issues.
• Provide faculty and staff with program procedures, requirements, course observations, and operational support necessary to implement CCP programs consistently
• Maintain program and student tracking systems to support enrollment, progression, completion, reporting, and program requirements.
• Support the Dean of CCP in developing and maintaining quarterly class schedules and implementing annual program goals and initiatives.
• Represent CCP as assigned. Serve as representative to relevant SBCTC organizations, coalitions and partners for programming and goals under the respective shared governance.
• Ensure that programs remain in compliance with various SBCTC, college, state, and federal requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership or participation in institutional programs with persons from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical and learning abilities, and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable working / learning environment.
• Bachelor's degree in education, administration, training and development, or a related field.
• Three years of supervisory, lead, or coordinating experience in an educational setting. Experience in a community or technical college setting is preferred.
• Three years of experience in BEdA programming, adult education, and / or youth re-engagement.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, think critically and exercise independent judgment required.
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of electronic student database systems such as LACES / WABERS, Skyward, ctcLink, or similar.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively and engage with individuals whose first language is not English. Clearly, concisely, and effectively communicate with others both in writing and orally.
• Ability to facilitate the development and implementation of short- and long-term goals.
• Demonstrated attention to detail required as well as previous experience maintaining accurate records, managing multiple tasks, and planning and organizing work in order to meet changing priorities and deadlines.

• Demonstrated ability to promote universal design and accessibility. Proficiency in (or ability to learn within 6 month of hire) the production of accessible content, whether print or electronic.
• Ability to represent the college in a positive and professional manner, while using tact, discretion and courtesy.
• Ability to speak a regionally top spoken language other than English is preferred (Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Somali, and Chinese).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working hours are generally aligned to business hours, Monday - Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. Work is mostly sedentary in nature, performed in an office environment. Frequent use of a computer and exposure to terminal screens is required. May drive/travel to trainings, conferences, and/or college events. This position will move throughout campus periodically, utilizing various spaces to facilitate planned activities. Work will occur on-campus, with occasional remote work possible.
Terms of Employment
In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Renton Technical College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.

The person hired is required to provide authorization for employment in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent to background checks, including employment and required degree/credential verification. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform successfully in the position. Finalists are required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure form as required under RCW 288.112.080. Post offer, pre-employment criminal background checks are also required.

For questions regarding this position contact recruiting@rtc.edu

2026 Employee Benefits Summary

Coverage begins the first day of the month following the date of hire. If the date of hire is the first working day of the month, coverage begins immediately. Spouse or same-sex domestic partner, and dependent children are eligible for coverage. Eligible employees at Renton Technical College (RTC) receive a generous benefits package in addition to their paycheck, including:

Medical Insurance
Employees pay a portion of their medical care cost through payroll deduction. The employee premium is based on the choice of plan and coverage for lawful spouses, same-sex domestic partners, and dependent children. more information can be found by visiting www.hca.wa.gov/pebb
2026 Employee Monthly Contribution by Family Tier
PEBB medical Plans

Employee

Employee & Spouse

Employee & Child(ren)

Employee & Family

Kaiser Permanente NW Classic

$256

$512

$448

$704

Kaiser Permanente NW CDHP

$58

$116

$102

$160

Kaiser Permanente WA Classic

$141

$282

$247

$388

Kaiser Permanente WA CDHP

$25

$50

$44

$69

Kaiser Permanente WA Sound Choice

$102

$204

$179

$281

Kaiser Permanente WA Value

$150

$300

$263

$413

UMP Classic

$145

$290

$254

$399

UMP Select

$82

$164

$144

$226

UMP CDHP

$57

$114

$100

$157
Dental Coverage

Renton Technical College provides dental coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee. Benefit eligible employees have 3 dental plans to choose from. Options include:

• Uniform Dental Plan (Preferred Provider Organization -PPO plan) Administered by Washington Dental Service(WDS)
• DeltaCare (Managed CarePlan) Administered by Washington Dental Service (WDS)
• Willamette Dental (Managed CarePlan) Administered by WillametteDental

Vision
Renton Technical College provides vision coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee. Benefit eligible employees have 3 vision plans to choose from. Coverage for care services and Hardware (glasses, contact lenses, etc.) vary by plan. Options include:

• Davis Vision by MetLife
• EyeMed
• MetLife Vision

Waiving Medical Coverage
If you have other medical insurance, you can choose to waive medical coverage for yourself or anyfamily member. If you have existing coverage through your spouse or domestic partner, please contact the plan directly to see how they will coordinatebenefits.

If waiving medical coverage, the employee will still be covered under the dental and vision insurance plan at no monthly premium cost.

Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA& LPFSA) & Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The FSA, LFA and DCAP plans are offered by the College and the State of Washington. FSA is a PEBB sponsored benefit program that allows you to use pre-tax money in a calendar year to pay for certain out-of-pocket medical expenses and/or Childcare expenses.

An FSA can save you 25 - 40% on your eligible expenses. Both plans are offered as payroll deductions.

Annual contributions in 2026 for Flexible Spending Arrangements can be between a minimum of $120 to maximum of $3,400. As a "use it or lose it" IRC governed plan, medical expense reimbursements can be requested for employees, spouse, or their IRS eligible dependents.

Annual contributions in 2026 for the Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Arrangement can be between a minimum of $120 to maximum of $3,400. As a "use it or lose it" IRC governed plan, medical expense reimbursements can be requested for employee, spouse, or their IRS eligible dependents. Limited Purpose FSA is for employees enrolled in CDHP plans with HSA. Funds can only be used for dental and vision expenses only.

Dependent Care FSA (DCAP)