Academic Dean

Lincoln Tech•Scotch Plains, NJ

11h

About The Position

We are seeking a results-driven academic leader to serve as Academic Dean at our Lincoln Tech campus in Union, NJ. This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll drive student success, operational excellence, and institutional performance while managing a team of 10+ staff and overseeing 50+ skilled-trade faculty. You'll set the strategic direction for all academic operations, own key performance metrics, and partner directly with the Campus President to build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. This isn't a traditional academic administration role - it's a dynamic leadership position where you'll balance strategic thinking with operational execution, drive meaningful student outcomes, and build a culture of excellence in skilled trades education. If you're an entrepreneurial leader who thrives on accountability, loves developing talent, and wants to make a real impact on student success, this role offers that opportunity.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
7+ years of progressive leadership experience in post-secondary education, corporate training, or performance-driven educational environments
Proven track record managing complex operations, leading diverse teams, and driving measurable results
Deep knowledge of accreditation standards, compliance requirements, and regulatory frameworks
Demonstrated success improving student retention, satisfaction, and academic quality
Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets and resources
Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic planning capabilities
Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends to support faculty and student needs

Nice To Haves

Experience with career-focused or technical education strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead all campus academic operations with accountability for student satisfaction scores, retention benchmarks, and graduation outcomes
Build and develop high-performing teams including Education Supervisors who manage instructional faculty
Drive faculty excellence through effective hiring, onboarding, professional development, and performance management - maintaining optimal faculty retention and ensuring training standards are met
Partner with the Campus President on academic strategy, budget management, and resource allocation
Manage complex academic operations including schedule development, attendance tracking, retention initiatives, and graduation planning
Ensure compliance with all institutional policies and implement corrective action plans where performance gaps exist
Oversee Learning Resource Center operations and academic support services that drive student success
Implement and monitor student disciplinary processes and academic standards
Execute faculty onboarding and training protocols to ensure classroom readiness and accreditation compliance
Ensure curriculum delivery meets institutional standardization and industry requirements
Conduct classroom observations and faculty evaluations according to institutional standards
Lead course evaluation processes and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain institutional and programmatic accreditation standards, coordinating site visits and reporting requirements
Ensure faculty credentialing meets all regulatory and accreditation requirements
Oversee Education Supervisors in coordinating Advisory Board meetings and maintaining accreditation standards
Use academic performance data to identify trends, diagnose issues, and develop targeted improvement plans
Lead at-risk student identification and intervention strategies
Collaborate with stakeholders on survey administration and translate results into actionable initiatives
Monitor and report on key performance indicators that drive institutional success