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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Interim Dean of Health Sciences, Education and Wellness Institute (HSEWI)

Bellevue, WA

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$118K/yr - $177K/yr

5+ years exp

NEOGOV is associated with Bellevue College, a vibrant, student-centered institution. The Dean of Health Sciences, Education, and Wellness Institute provides collaborative leadership, overseeing curriculum, accreditation, and faculty support while ensuring programs meet professional standards and respond to the needs of students and the community.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of a divisional mission and vision aligned with Bellevue College's mission, vision, and strategic plan

Represent HSEWI in college-wide strategic planning, governance, and decision-making

Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and collaborative leadership across health sciences, education, and wellness programs

Build and sustain partnerships with clinical sites, K'12 districts, industry, and community organizations to strengthen programs and expand experiential learning

Participate in college advancement and fundraising efforts that support division initiatives

Engage with accrediting bodies, state agencies, and professional organizations to ensure program relevance and compliance

Oversee curriculum development, program review, and instructional quality to ensure academic and professional excellence

Supervise and support faculty, chairs, directors, and staff, including hiring, onboarding, mentoring, evaluation, tenure, and promotion processes

Lead assessment, accreditation, and compliance processes for programs with external standards

Promote inclusive pedagogy, culturally responsive instruction, and evidence-based teaching practices

Oversee program-level work, including scheduling, lab/clinical operations, and equipment/safety protocols

Provide leadership for bachelor's degree development and oversight within the division

Develop and implement strategies to improve access, retention, progression, and completion for all students

Collaborate with student affairs and campus services (e.g., Disability Resource Center, Multicultural Services, Title IX, CARE Team, TRIO) to provide holistic support for student success

Create inclusive, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive learning environments across clinical, classroom, and field settings

Respond to student concerns and academic grievances in a timely, equitable, and student-centered manner

Lead initiatives to reduce equity gaps in health, education, and wellness programs

Support integration of high-impact practices such as clinical placements, internships, and community-based learning

Manage divisional budgets, instructional resources, scheduling, and staffing in alignment with strategic goals and enrollment targets

Oversee facilities, labs, clinical agreements, and instructional technology to ensure safety, accessibility, and operational efficiency

Ensure compliance with financial policies, collective bargaining agreements, and regulatory standards

Collaborate with other deans and directors on shared resources, strategic enrollment management, and facilities planning

Provide oversight for grants awarded to division faculty and staff, ensuring accountability and alignment with institutional priorities

Serve on college committees, task forces, and governance groups as assigned

Represent the division at internal and external events

Perform other duties as assigned to support institutional priorities and the evolving needs of Academic Affairs

Qualification

Academic leadershipCurriculum oversightFaculty developmentStrategic planningBudget managementOrganizational transformationEquityInclusionCulturally responsive instructionInnovative programsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsCollaborative leadership

Required

Master's degree from an accredited institution. A combination of relevant education and professional experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis

At least two (2) years of full-time (or equivalent) teaching experience in higher education

At least three (3) years of experience managing complex organizational units with competing needs

Demonstrated ability to supervise, support, and evaluate diverse faculty and staff in a collaborative, inclusive work environment

Proven success in academic leadership, including curriculum oversight, faculty development, and instructional innovation

Experience leading or participating in strategic planning, program development, or organizational transformation

Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to build consensus and lead through influence

Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and student success in a diverse educational environment

Familiarity with budget management, resource planning, and operational oversight in an academic setting

Understanding of trends in health sciences, education, and wellness professions, including workforce and community needs

Preferred

Graduate degree or equivalent experience in a health sciences, education, wellness, or related discipline

Doctorate in a related field

More than two (2) years of full-time teaching experience in higher education, particularly in a community or open-access college

Experience with program-specific accreditation and compliance in healthcare, education, or wellness fields

Experience overseeing bachelor's degree programs or leading curriculum development for applied or transfer programs in health sciences, education, or wellness

Experience with strategic enrollment planning, grant development, or clinical/community partnerships

Familiarity with ctcLink (PeopleSoft) or similar enterprise systems used in higher education

Experience developing innovative programs in response to evolving community, workforce, or industry needs

Benefits

Generous is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents

Choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans

Paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans

Transit program

Reduced tuition

Employee discounts and memberships