PCC is seeking a dynamic leader to embrace the role of Dean of Online Learning. The leader should have a proven record in developing and managing comprehensive online education programs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership within an academic team and possess a clear vision for the future of online learning, aligned with our mission of equitable student success.
As the Dean of Online Learning, you will lead a team of professionals in instructional design, media creation, course development, faculty development, and compliance. You will collaborate with academic and student affairs leadership to drive change and work closely with academic deans to enhance online degree and certificate programs, offering flexible completion options for students.
This role is a hybrid position with about 50% on-campus work. This position is based out of the Sylvania campus but attends meetings and activities at other PCC locations.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter that outlines your experience performing the duties of this position, relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities, and how your professional experience meets the job duties and at least 3 of the success criteria. Please limit your response to less than 2000 words or four pages.
Candidate Profile
These qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position.
Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.
Demonstrated experience in developing, managing, and delivering online education programs with strong leadership and a clear vision for the future. Demonstrated commitment to improving student success rates in online courses, focusing on diversity, retention, and equitable outcomes for underserved communities. Demonstrated proficiency in using data and analytics for decision-making, program assessment, project management, and continuous improvement. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate colleagues, support, and mentor team members, and cultivate a positive and collaborative work environment that focuses on continuous improvement. Inspires and empowers colleagues across the college to innovate and adapt to online education’s evolving landscape of flexible online educational experiences for students
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered, your application must demonstrate these minimum qualifications. (Experience is calculated based on the start and end dates you provide multiplied by the number of hours per week worked).
Master’s Degree and eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience related to the area of assignment, providing program/project management or program/project coordination.
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Four (4) years of higher education management/supervisory experience
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OR Bachelor’s Degree and ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience related to the area of assignment, providing program/project management or program/project coordination.
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Four (4) years of higher education management/supervisory experience
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Position Grade
O
Starting Salary Expectations
Minimum $116,103 to range midpoint of $142,228. Placement will generally not exceed the mid-point, based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Position Grade Salary Range
$116103 to $168351 Annual Salary
FTE
1
PCC Benefits
PCC offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs.
PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP. After one year of management or confidential service, PCC also provides a 2% contribution to a 403(b) account for eligible management and confidential personnel. PCC offers a tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement.
Additionally, PCC provides a tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age, as well as partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions.
Paid Leave: (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees)
- 14.67 hours of vacation leave per month
- 1 day of sick leave per month
- 12 holidays
- 3 additional personal leave days per year
View a complete list of PCC benefits.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Work environment includes frequent disruptions and changes in priorities. Work is generally performed in an office or remote environment with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule. Working hours may vary and occasional evening or weekend work is required. Frequent travel to other locations is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.
Background Check Required
Yes