This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position that reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs and is located at the JWCC campus in Quincy, Illinois. Position begins immediately.

JOB DESCRIPTION

John Wood Community College (JWCC) is seeking a Dean of Career and Technical Education to collaborate with the Vice President of Academic Affairs in managing and providing leadership for the Career and Technical Education Division of the College. This position provides primary administrative oversight of various CTE programs, as well as applicable grant-funded programs.

The Dean of Career and Technical Education provides leadership for faculty, curriculum planning and development, recruiting, recommended hiring and evaluation of staff and faculty, and budget development and administration of the Division. The division of Career and Technical Education includes but is not limited to Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Truck Driver Training, HVAC, Welding, and Electrical. Grant-funded programs also report to the Dean.

AREAS OF OVERSIGHT

The Dean of Arts, Sciences, and Academic Support Programs supervises and provides leadership for the following areas:

• Industrial Technology
• Manufacturing
• Agriculture
• Truck Driver Training
• HVAC
• Welding
• Electrical Technology
• Various Grant Funded Programs

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate commitment to John Wood Community College's mission, vision, values & goals.
• Provide leadership necessary to develop and maintain viable programs of study which meet the needs of students related to classes in the CTE division.
• Collaborate with the Vice President of Academic Affairs to provide comprehensive supervision of all CTE program areas.
• This role shall include but not be limited to ensuring there are regular evaluations of and appropriate revisions to curricular offerings, and promptly implementing curricular changes as might be required.
• This role requires strong understanding of the Illinois Community College system, the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) and curriculum development.
• Supervise and evaluate full-time and part-time CTE faculty and staff members.
• Actively assist with the recruitment and selection of faculty, staff, and adjuncts within the division.
• Promote and foster open communication among all faculty, both full-time and adjunct, which includes conducting divisional and/or inter-departmental meetings on a regular basis.
• Collaborate with department chairs, directors, and coordinators to create department course schedules for each semester in a timely manner.
• Supervise and lead contract training staff in the delivery of business and industry (B&I) and Community Based Outreach (CBO) related training, workshops, and outreach programs.
• This position is required to grow customized training opportunities in partnership with educational opportunities at JWCC and the larger John Wood Community College district.
• Develop a pool of qualified associate faculty to deliver on demand contract and customized training offerings.
• Develop and manage program related to Community Education and Continuing Education program offerings.
• Work with other college entities to provide a holistic approach to noncredit training with a special emphasis on bridging noncredit and credit program offerings.
• Work closely and collaboratively with the JWCC administration and area high school faculty and administrators to maintain open channels of communication that promote seamless connections for high school curricular offerings and JWCC programs.
• Additionally, work collaboratively with the Vice President of Academic Affairs and appropriate student affairs personnel to develop and maintain articulation agreements between JWCC and other institutions of higher education and secondary school districts for CTE programs to insure the optimum degree of transferability of instructional credit.
• Serve as a college's principal contact with the Illinois Community College Board's (ICCB) Division of Vocational-Technical Education.
• Ensure the college programs meet the applicable rules and regulations established by State, Federal or professional agencies.
• Represent the College as required, on external boards, committees, commissions, etc.
• Serve as a member on institutional committees.
• Travel as required with the ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Master's Degree Required.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of work experience in Agriculture, Manufacturing, Truck Driver Training or other CTE related field required.
• Leadership or teaching experience in community colleges preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Data-minded leadership.
• Familiarity with and use of a Student Information System.
• Strong curriculum and assessment experience.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time position with a typical schedule of Monday-Thursday (8am - 5pm) and Friday (8am - 12pm).

SALARY

• This is an exempt position with an approximate annual salary of $82,000.00 - $92,000.00.

BENEFITS

JWCC offers a competitive benefits package!

• 36-hour work week, Friday's get off work at noon!
• Earn 3.7 weeks of vacation in your first year!
• Sick Leave and Personal Leave.
• 19 Paid Holidays!
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance; Only $5 per pay period for Employee Coverage!
• Wellness Program.
• College provided life and disability insurance!
• State University Retirement System.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• JWCC Tuition Waiver for Employees + Dependents

APPLICATION

To receive full consideration, submit a resume with cover letter by visiting . Position is open until filled.

06/10/2026