26-050 Assistant Dean Job

Assistant Dean

Workforce & Economic Development

Position #26-050

WVU Parkersburg is a Community and Technical College located in Parkersburg, WV, with a branch in Ripley, WV, and Vienna, WV.  We are not a branch of West Virginia University. We are dedicated to teaching and are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to offer certificates, associate and bachelor’s degrees. 

 

Benefits

Retirement plan with 6% mandatory every pay (biweekly) that is matched 100%
Health and life insurance plans through PEIA and flexible benefits through Mountaineer Flexible Benefits
Annual and sick leave for full-time non-exempt staff, exempt staff, and 12-month faculty
Minimum 12 paid holidays per year
WVU Parkersburg tuition waiver (if eligible) for an employee, employee’s spouse or dependent of a full-time benefits eligible employee who is 24 years of age or younger

To Apply
Visit www.wvup.edu/jobs

Posted

04/01/2026 with an application deadline of 04/14/2026.

 

Employment Status

Exempt/Non-Classified/Salary Staff, full time regular, benefits eligible position. 

 

Exempt, salaried position; not eligible for overtime. The position requires a minimum of 37.5 hours per week; however, there is no fixed schedule or maximum number of hours, and work time is determined by the duties and responsibilities of the role.

 

Shift

Variable. Standard hours (8:00 am – 4:00 pm).  Full time is considered 37.50 hours a week. 

 

Other Essential Job Requirements

This is an on-site position.
Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance and punctuality are expected to ensure performance of the essential function of the job, including scheduled meetings and shifts.
This is a 37.5 hour per week position. 
May require working alternate hours or alternate locations upon request to support campus mission.

Primary Location

Innovation and Technology Center - 1961 Innovation Drive, Vienna WV 26105

Pay Grade

08 (Salary is commensurate with education and experience)

Function/Summary

The Assistant Dean serves in a key operational leadership role supporting the Workforce & Economic Development (WED) Division. This position is responsible for the supervision of WED staff, day-to-day coordination, implementation, and continuous improvement of workforce programs, employer partnerships, and non-credit training initiatives.

The role focuses on executing workforce strategies established by the Dean, ensuring that programs are aligned with industry needs, delivered effectively, and connected to credit-bearing pathways where appropriate. The Assistant Dean plays a central role in advancing workforce programming at the Innovation and Technology Center (ITC), including coordination of customized training, short-term credentials, and employer-based initiatives.

This position operates with delegated authority for day-to-day operational decisions but does not hold final authority over personnel, budget, or institutional commitments. The Assistant Dean supports and implements divisional priorities and does not serve as a substitute for the Dean in matters of final authority unless formally designated.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: 

Required: Associate’s degree required
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in business, workforce development, technical discipline, education, or a related field preferred

 

Experience:  

Required:
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in workforce development, industry training, higher education, or a related field
Demonstrated experience managing workforce programs, employer partnerships, or customized training initiatives
Strong understanding of workforce pathways, credentialing models, and professional-credit and credit program alignment
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Preferred:
Experience working in both academic and professional-credit workforce environments
Knowledge of community and technical college systems and workforce funding models
Experience with grants, customized training contracts, or apprenticeship programs
Supervisory or leadership experience in a workforce, education, or industry setting
Familiarity with program evaluation, assessment, and continuous improvement processes

Licensure:  

N/A

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Program and project management
Industry and workforce alignment
Relationship building and partnership development
Data-informed decision making
Communication and coordination
Problem solving and adaptability

 

Duties/Responsibilities

Workforce Program Operations

Coordinate scheduling, delivery, and execution of non-credit workforce training programs
Ensure programs are aligned with industry needs and delivered in a timely and effective manner
Support development and refinement of short-term training, micro-credentials, and customized programs
Monitor program performance and recommend improvements based on data and outcomes

Employer & Industry Engagement

Serve as a primary point of contact for business and industry partners for workforce training needs
Coordinate development and delivery of customized training, incumbent worker programs, and apprenticeships
Support and participate in Business & Industry Leadership Teams (BILTs) and sector partnerships
Maintain ongoing communication with employers to assess workforce needs and program effectiveness

Pathway & Program Alignment

Facilitate alignment between non-credit workforce training and academic credit programs
Support development of stackable credentials and career pathways
Collaborate with academic leadership and student services to support transitions from workforce training into degree programs

Data, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement

Track and analyze workforce metrics including enrollment, completions, credentials, and employment outcomes
Prepare reports for internal leadership, external partners, and grant requirements
Use data to identify gaps, improve programming, and support decision-making

Operational & Administrative Support

Assist the Dean with budgeting, grants, contracts, and workforce-related financial tracking
Support development and implementation of grants and externally funded workforce initiatives
Coordinate logistics for workforce programming, including facilities, instructors, and materials
Participate in institutional committees and cross-functional initiatives as assigned

Staff & Instructional Support

Supervise Workforce & Economic Development Staff
Support onboarding and coordination of adjunct instructors, trainers, and workforce staff
Assist with scheduling and workload coordination
Promote consistency, professionalism, and quality in program delivery

Collaboration with Internal Teams

Work in coordination with marketing, admissions, advising, and other college units to support workforce initiatives
Provide program information, outcomes data, and workforce insights to support institutional efforts
Collaborate across divisions while maintaining clear operational responsibility within Workforce & Economic Development

 

WVU Parkersburg is an Equal Opportunity Institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, religion, color, ancestry, or national origin in admission, employment, educational programs or activities. Further, faculty, staff, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination. WVU Parkersburg will take steps to assure that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. WVU Parkersburg provides a collegial and respectful environment that values the contribution of all faculty, staff, and students.

Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Other Benefits